Join the Poplar Forest Archaeology and Landscapes Department every Friday from March 22-May 31 at 1:30 p.m. for an in-depth look into their current excavations and what they are learning about the people who lived in and around the 1857 Slave Dwellin... Read More

See the exhibit that was inspired by the the Musical Hamilton, and learn more about the man who overcame all odds to shape, inspire, and scandalize the newborn America. The exhibit runs through May 31. Founding Frenemies: Hamilton and the Virginians ... Read More

Join the Supreme Court Historical Society and the Washington Presidential Library for two lectures focused on George Washington, the history of the U.S. Supreme Court, and the nation's founding. After each lecture, enjoy a reception with complimentar... Read More

Have you ever wanted to wander through Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown appreciating the architecture of this 300-year-old house? Have you longed to see parts of the house not usually open to the public? To celebrate Historic Preservation Month in May, y... Read More

Stroll through the times of the Revolutionary War period, travel back in time through lively chats about history with Hanover historical organizations, partake in the Parsons Cause reenactment or strike up a conversation with Patrick Henry, all while... Read More

Henricus is hitting the road! Join Henricus Historical Park, the Eppington Foundation, and Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation for the Spring Festival at Historic Eppington! This piece of Chesterfield County’s history, built in 1768, will ... Read More

Step back in time during a Revolutionary War encampment at Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon's serene 12-acre field transforms into a battleground as Continentals, Redcoats, and Hessians conduct military drills, demonstrations, and engage in 18th-centur... Read More

The MathewsVA250 Committee is pleased to announce sponsorship of a performance by the Colonial Williamsburg Fife & Drum Corps, Saturday, May 4, at the upcoming Mathews County Spring Heritage Festival, “May Faire 2024: A Rural Life.” The perform... Read More

The Mathews VA250 Committee will officially announce its presence to the community at the county’s spring festival, “May Faire: A Rural Life”, Saturday, May 4. *Mathews High School freshman, Hunter Owens, a member of the Mathews County VA25... Read More

At 2 p.m., Sunday, May 5, 2024, the Richmond Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) will dedicate a historical marker commemorating the Berkeley Plantation Shipyard, which produced 18 warships for the patriot cause. The ceremony, featuring the Vir... Read More

The Rappahannock People have inhabited the Northern Neck since the beginning. It holds a special place in the Rappahannock story and contains some of the most spiritually and historically significant places to the Tribe. In this talk, Chief Anne Rich... Read More

In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824-25 tour of the United States, enjoy a lecture/concert of music from Lafayette’s lifetime performed on early 19th-century instruments. Join researchers and historical-per... Read More

This presentation shares the French & Indian War Foundation's new online exhibit where we tell the story of how George Washington came to Winchester, Virginia and how his time in the Shenandoah Valley helped shape him into the ultimate Revolutionary ... Read More

The Marquis de Lafayette was a committed abolitionist, and often urged his American friends to end the system of slavery. He joined the French abolitionist organization “Society of the Friends of the Blacks,” and often advocated for Black emancip... Read More

Historian Robert M. Dunkerly will discuss his most recent book, "An Explorer's Guide to the American Revolutionary War." This handbook offers information about hundreds of historic sites and includes detailed battlefield maps and directions for nine ... Read More

Join in a celebration of new American citizens during an 11:30 a.m. naturalization ceremony hosted by the Yorktown Comte de Grasse Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation in partnership wi... Read More

Sip on period cocktails as you learn about 18th-century mixed drinks and snacks in the heart of the historic property. Sit and chat with friends and spouses in our Kitchen yard, and experience the serenity of Mason Neck during an exclusive candlelig... Read More

The Town of Dumfries and the Weems-Botts Museum invite you to celebrate the 275th anniversary of Virginia's oldest chartered town. This black tie dinner & celebration will inaugurate this weekend of historic events with keynote speeches by local dign... Read More

The Patrick Henry National Memorial will host its annual Naturalization Ceremony on the beautiful grounds of Red Hill, Henry’s last home and burial place, overlooking the Staunton River. No venue is more fitting for welcoming new citizens to the Un... Read More

On May 11, learn about the enslaved families at George Washington's Mount Vernon with a guided tour, family activity, and ceremonial remembrance for all ages. Bring your own family stories of love and loss that connect you to the past, and learn abou... Read More

Born in 1751 in Isle of Wight County, Josiah Parker was an American politician, Revolutionary War officer and Virginia planter who served in the U.S. House of Representatives. Today’s lecture will highlight his life, career and influence on Isle of... Read More

Join us in celebrating the 275th anniversary of Virginia's oldest chartered town! This free, family-friendly day will be full of historical games and activities, local history displays, and performances by historical reenactors! Registration is optio... Read More

The Mathews VA250 Committee invites the Mathews community, neighbors, and friends, to celebrate and commemorate our Commonwealth’s place in history, at a concert on the Court Green, Wednesday, May 15, 2024. The Courthouse Community Orchestra, under... Read More

There's nothing more fun than a free, outdoor concert in the lovely month of May. Bring your own blanket, chairs and/or picnic basket to enjoy the sounds of Courthouse Community Orchestra on the Mathews Courthouse Green. This concert is in partner... Read More

Taste unlimited samples of wines from Virginia's finest wineries at Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival. Relax on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River as you experience George Washington’s estate after hours. Bottles of wine will be... Read More

Forty years ago, the octagonal villa at Poplar Forest looked quite different than it does today. Since 1989, using Jefferson’s documents and letters as his guide, Poplar Forest’s Restoration Department have worked to restore the villa to its Jeff... Read More

Experience a rousing concert of 18th-century military field music, presented by the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums Senior Corps and a special guest. Don’t miss this evening of patriotic entertainment held at the Governor's Palace Stage as part... Read More

To honor Friendship Firehouse’s 250th anniversary, join in for a muster of over 15 antique, hand-drawn firefighting apparatus. Participating vehicles will include 19th-century suction fire engines and hose reel carriages. Suction engines, invented ... Read More

Scotchtown is continuing to grow its descendant community of those who lived or worked on the property, and we invite anyone who may have a connection to Scotchtown for an annual gathering! We are kicking off our inaugural Descendants Day with an ... Read More

This event will take place at the historic Chapel of the Centurion, 157 Bernard Road at Fort Monroe, and will pay tribute to the first three enslaved men, Frank Baker, Shepard Mallory, and James Townsend to self-emancipate there in May of 1861. Their... Read More

Dedication of an America 250 Patriots Marker by the Botetourt County Daughters of the American Revolution Chapter.... Read More

Guilty or Innocent? What is the verdict? This Court Day Event brings to life a colonial court room. Those who attend the reenactment observe a real court case that was tried in the 1750 Isle of Wight County Courthouse during the 18th Century. This ... Read More

Alexandria has grown from a small town in the 18th century to a bustling small city in the 21st century. Join us for a tour of Alexandria as we explore looking at the various Architecture styles that adorn the city streets and make it one of the best... Read More

Witness the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums in a thrilling torch-lit march down Duke of Gloucester Street as guest units join them from across the nation! Originally a signal for soldiers to return to barracks before curfew, tattoos evolved into ... Read More

On the battlefield, the sound of fifes and drums could be heard up to a mile away. Experience the majesty of 18th-century military music up close as the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums lead visiting corps from around the country in a Grand March ... Read More

Join the Crewe Astronomy Club for a FREE night of star-gazing. Bring your own telescope or view the night sky through telescopes provided by CAC members and the Red Hill staff. Admission is free, but please register for the event. This event is rain ... Read More

We are pleased to welcome back the Marquis de Lafayette as he recalls his experiences in America during the Revolution and on his return 200 years ago in 1824. Lafayette is portrayed by the talented actor, Mark Schneider, who combines history with... Read More

With the destruction of the Mansion House Hotel in the 1970s and an extensive restoration by NOVA Parks, Carlyle House reemerged into Alexandria’s line of sight as one of the grandest buildings in Old Town. During your self-guided experience, learn... Read More

Come join us at the Museum of Culpeper History to learn all about tracing your family tree! Want to find your Revolutionary War ancestor before the 250th anniversary of American independence? Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, thi... Read More

Join character interpreter, Sheila Arnold, as she presents the life and story of Oney Judge, the personal maidservant to Martha Washington who escaped slavery. Tickets are $35 per person.... Read More

Join us as Andrew Gutowski discusses the road to surrender. The culmination of the Revolutionary War came in Virginia in 1781. To most people this means the October siege and victory at Yorktown. However, there is a bigger story of an intricate cat a... Read More

Brent Tarter is a retired research historian and senior editor at the Library of Virginia. He was one of the founders of the Library's Dictionary of Virginia Biography project, a co-founder of the Virginia Forum, the annual Virginia history conferenc... Read More

May 24, 1774 - in response to Parliament imposing new coercive laws on the colonists, the Virginia House of Burgesses declared a Day of Fasting and Prayer. Join us as historic interpreters tell of this act of non-violent opposition that triggered an ... Read More

Playwright Teresa Harris’s original drama returns to Jefferson’s south lawn for two performances only. Drawn from real-life experiences of the men and women who were enslaved at Poplar Forest, the trilogy explores the complexity of their lives an... Read More

Rebellions and Revolutions will bring living historians from around the country to the Frontier Culture Museum to represent the many rebel movements that have shaped, and been shaped by, American History. See how weapons changed throughout time and p... Read More

Join the Mattaponi Tribe for the 35th Annual Pow Wow featuring dancing, drumming and vendors. Free admission and donations are accepted.... Read More

Join Patrick Henry Jolly on a pop-up Lantern Tour of Red Hill on Saturday, May 25, at 6:30 pm. Patrick will show visitors around the historic grounds including the Quarter Place Trail & Cemetery, the Henry House, and the Henry Family Gravesite. Space... Read More

Witness Patrick Henry Convince his Fellow Delegates to Take Up Arms Against the King! Every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day! 12:00 PM Visitor Center Opens for walk-up Ticket Sales. Call 804.648.5015 to confirm availability. 1:00 PM ... Read More

Young visitors to Historic Kenmore can experience Hands-on History in Kenmore's new Discovery Room, full of experiential exhibits for small hands to touch, see, hear -- and even smell -- what life was like on the cusp of the Revolutionary War. ... Read More

Join us Monday, May 27 at 10 a.m. on Palace Green for a Memorial Day Commemoration. The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation honors the men and women of the United States military who sacrificed their lives to defend our nation with a traditional wreath-... Read More

To conclude Colonial Williamsburg's Memorial Day observance, a lone bagpiper plays iconic selections from the Governor's Palace in a heartfelt tribute to those men and women who gave their lives to our nation while serving in America's Armed Forces.... Read More

Do you have an ancestor who resided in Virginia during the Revolutionary War and were curious whether he may have served in the war? Have you possibly considered applying to a lineage society such as the DAR, SAR, or CAR under said ancestor? This pre... Read More

Author Jenean Hall will talk on Old Plantation and book signing for her latest “Another Day.” Tickets available at capecharlesmuseum.org... Read More

Celebrate Patrick Henry’s 288th birthday at Red Hill on Wednesday, May 29th! Come out and enjoy free birthday cake and lemonade while you tour the property. Docents will provide guided tours, and our director of historic preservation & collections ... Read More