OCTOBER 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble Virginia is gearing up to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Major General Marquis de Lafayette’s farewell tour, a historic event that captivated a nation and brought Americans together during a time of political and social division not unlike the present. Click here for an updated list of events...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

MAY 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble Attention, history buffs and liberty lovers! The May edition of the Revolutionary Rumble is here, ready to whisk you back to a time of brave colonists and the fight for independence. In this issue, we’ll delve into inspiring tales of heroism, explore captivating historic landmarks, and commemorate the...

APRIL 2024 EVENTS NEWSLETTER The Revolutionary Rumble As the spirit of liberty takes flight once more, Virginians, April beckons! This month, we rededicate ourselves to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, a time when our Commonwealth stood proud in the fight for independence. Immerse yourselves in the stories of heroes, both ordinary and extraordinary,...

A Tapestry: Reflecting on the 2024 “A Common Cause To All” Convening of States By Mike Frontiero VA250 Huzzah! The echoes of fife and drum still resonate as we reflect on the inspiring “A Common Cause to All” conference held in Colonial Williamsburg. Nearly 450 commemoration planners from 37 states registered for this year’s gathering,...

VA250 conference calls for unity in America’s 250th anniversary commemoration A resounding call for unity opened the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission’s (VA250) “A Common Cause to All” conference as keynote dinner speakers emphasized the importance of an inclusive commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary while honoring the revolutionary spirit of 1776. Colonial Williamsburg Foundation President...