Walk or Run 250 Miles to Celebrate America’s 250th! Lace up your sneakers and get moving in the free Run America 250 Challenge: a country-wide virtual walk/run event celebrating 250 years of American history! Between July 4, 2025 and Ju... Read More

While the American Civil War permanently redefined Spotsylvania County's landscape and local history, another transformative conflict shaped its very foundation: the American Revolution. This virtual exhibit, containing detailed articles and photogra... Read More

Step into Virginia’s story through the VA250 exhibit, Celebrating Virginia’s History: A Look at Prince Edward County. This immersive display brings to life the county’s pivotal role in both Virginia’s and America’s history. Prince Edward... Read More

LYH250 is proud to announce a new book, entitled, "A Good and Pleasant Company," to be printed in 2026! We are currently accepting preorders at the link below. This book contains 250 bios of men and women whose lives and legacies had an impact on Cen... Read More

Finally Remembered: The Black Patriots of Central Virginia exhibition will be on display at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center from September 20, 2025 to January 31, 2026. The exhibition honors the African American Men and Women... Read More

The exhibition honors the African American Men and Women who served in the Revolutionary War. Through rare documents, profiles, military records, and historical interpretation, it restores the visibility of those whose courage helped shape the ... Read More

In time for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution, discover new perspectives on the ideals and legacies of the American Revolution through the folk art of Oscar de Mejo created during the 1976 Bicentenni... Read More

Discover new perspectives on the ideals and legacies of the American Revolution through the folk art of Oscar de Mejo created during the 1976 Bicentennial and through engaging community art. View more than a dozen original paintings of de Mejo’s wo... Read More

Presented in partnership with Jamestown Rediscovery, this groundbreaking special exhibition explores compelling discoveries that connect the early years of the Jamestown colony and Asia. Featuring Chinese porcelain uncovered during excavations of 1... Read More

Celebrate 250 years of American History with the signature VA250 traveling exhibit, Give Me Liberty: Virginia and the Forging of a Nation, at Northside Library. JMRL hosts this traveling exhibit created by the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.... Read More

Tragedy and Romance: Tasting the Ming Dynasty • Jamestown Settlement • 4 p.m. Join us Saturday, January 24, at Jamestown Settlement's Robins Foundation Theater for a unique opportunity to hear from a master of the Chinese tea arts. Feather Che... Read More

Chinese Tea Ceremony January 24 • 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. • Jamestown Settlement Enjoy an exclusive glimpse into the world of Chinese teas and the art of serving tea as practiced in a traditional tea ceremony with its roots in ancient Chin... Read More

In partnership with the Town of Purcellville, Celebrate the 9th year of this community film festival featuring films created by residents of Loudoun County or those with ties to the community. This year's theme is "Independence". Awards presentation ... Read More

Black Artist Showcase February 1 - March 29, 2026 • Jamestown Settlement Jamestown Settlement’s annual Black Artist Showcase returns in February in celebration of Black History Month connecting the past and present through vivid intersections... Read More

Determined: The 400-Year Struggle for Black Equality traces four centuries of Black history in Virginia through stories of extraordinary individuals who struggled for equality and, in the process, profoundly shaped the nature of American society and ... Read More

This exhibit showcases the artistry and scholarship of Virginia artisan Jackson Foster, who recreates the character and presence of American and English signboards from the 18th and 19th centuries. Drawing on historical research and using reclaimed w... Read More

Kick off the iconic James River Batteau Festival on Friday night with live music and libations at Riverfront Park, then come back Saturday morning for the launching of the historic batteaux, historical reenactments, artisan vendors, food trucks and m... Read More