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September 2024 Events Newsletter

SEPTEMBER 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble FIND EVENTS NEAR YOU   September 1 Fairfax County All the President’s Pups Dog Tour Bring your dog along on this 1.25-mile walking tour and explore canine life at Mount Vernon. The tour stops at five historic locations, including the historic west gate. Along the way learn about […]

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A Revolution of Beer

A Revolution of Beer A Staple of Virginia History Image Credit: Colonial Williamsburg   More than just a beverage, beer was a staple of daily life, a symbol of resistance, and a major player in the American Revolution, both directly and in the background. As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States, let’s […]

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August 2024 Events Newsletter

AUGUST 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble FIND EVENTS NEAR YOU   August 2 Richmond Indigenous Perspectives Closing Celebration The Library of Virginia presents an “Indigenous Perspectives” exhibition closing celebration featuring performances and displays from tribal representatives. A drumming circle, dancing and demonstrations of traditional crafts will celebrate Virginia’s 11 federally and state-recognized tribes. Stop […]

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July 2024 Events Newsletter

JULY 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble FIND EVENTS NEAR YOU   July 11 Arlington County Revolutionary Arlington Kevin Vincent will set the stage for the role that the area now known as Arlington County played during the Revolution. At that time, the 26 square miles had less than 2000 people, including the enslaved and […]

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Independence Day Events Newsletter

INDEPENDENCE DAY EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble Looking for the perfect way to celebrate America’s birthday? Look no further! Make sure these events are part of your plans. FIND EVENTS NEAR YOU   June 28 – 29 Fairfax County: Fireworks at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Watch a dazzling fireworks show at George Washington’s estate! On […]

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VA250 hosts American Revolution Experience traveling exhibit at Virginia State Capitol

VA250 hosts American Revolution Experience traveling exhibit at Virginia State Capitol Contact: Mike Frontiero mfrontiero@va250.virginia.gov 804-823-9016 Innovative Revolutionary War exhibition is collaborative project of the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. RICHMOND, VA (June 25, 2024) – The Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) is excited to announce the […]

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June 2024 Events Newsletter

JUNE 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble FIND EVENTS NEAR YOU   Fridays and Saturdays in June A Lamentable Evil Focus Tour at Scotchtown Hanover County Join our historic interpreters for a 45 minute long focus tour centered around the enslaved men, women and children who lived and worked at Scotchtown during the Henry family’s […]