This exhibit explores the independence movement in Culpeper County leading up to the Revolutionary War, culminating in the Culpeper Resolves of 1774 and its public statement of support for American self-governance. This year marks the 250th annivers... Read More

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

The quest for religious freedom in America and guaranteeing the right to worship in the in the way of one’s choosing was a revolutionary idea – an idea in which Virginia played an important role. The museum’s latest exhibit, developed and in... 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

During this program you will learn about the Battle of Petersburg from historian William Welsch. In April of 1781, the British Army, under the command of Major General William Phillips, along with Brigadier Benedict Arnold, arrived at City Point (... Read More

Enjoy family activities, story times, and the opportunity to see sheep, oxen, and horses during Animal Family Day at Mount Vernon. Learn about Mount Vernon’s animals and the jobs they performed in the 18th century. Hear stories about the enslav... Read More

The Battersea Foundation and the City of Petersburg invite you to bring the family to Battersea to view the encampment, participate in activities, tour the villa and watch the battle reenactments which will take place at 2:00 p.m. on both days. Free ... Read More

Immerse yourself in the rich history and natural beauty of Stratford Hall Historic Preserve in Westmoreland County, Virginia. Join us for Hands-On History Day as we experience Stratford Hall and its people through the lenses of history, science, and ... Read More

The time is the pivotal year 1774 , when America was a colony of Great Britain. Through this fully immersive historical event, visitors can join Sam Adams at the local tavern to hear about the King’s tyranny. Adams, visibly upset about taxes and te... Read More

Join us in the hearth kitchen at Gunston Hall for the ultimate experience in slow food as you learn to employ 18th-century cooking techniques and recipes to create period dishes. Use your hearth skills to investigate complex recipes while cooking ove... Read More

Join us for the 7th Annual Revolutionary Beer Fest. Enjoy over 30 different craft beer samples from 15 different breweries, live music from Chesapeake locals Kershaw and Foutz, vendors, cornhole, giant Jenga and food available for purchase from your... Read More

Come to a ceremony honoring fifth President and Revolutionary War hero James Monroe. The ceremony is held annually at his restored birthplace in Westmoreland County, outside of Colonial Beach. Local and state leaders will give comments commemorating ... Read More

Please join the Isle of Wight County Historical Society for an afternoon with Thomas Jefferson, as portrayed by the renowned Clay Jenkinson! Clay Jenkinson is a humanities scholar, author, and social commentator, devoting most of his career to pub... Read More

Come tour the beautiful home and garden of one of Fredericksburg's early attorneys, James Mercer. He was a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses, the first judge of the General Court in Fredericksburg, and the attorney who drew up the will of Mar... Read More

Hear from historian Christopher F. Minty, author of "Unfriendly to Liberty: Loyalist Networks and the Coming of the American Revolution in New York City". Minty's new book explores the origins of loyalism in New York City between 1768 and 1776, a... Read More

Join Henricus Interpretation Supervisor and Revolutionary War Historian John Daniel Pagano for a study and look at the forgotten, and now-found, Battle of Osborne’s Landing. This battle was fought 1 mile from Henricus Historical Park on the James R... Read More

Historical interpreters, Nathan M. Richardson and Charmine Crowell-White, will be engaged in a joint discussion of the life story of Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman. These presentations will provide a learning experience of literature concern... Read More

Shop for heirloom vegetables, herbs, and annual flowers—plus, native perennials, trees, and shrubs grown in Mount Vernon's greenhouses. Members get 10% off their purchases and can shop one day early, on April 26, from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. A time slo... Read More

Walk in the footsteps of George Washington on a guided walking tour with local historian, Kevin Vincent. In 1775, George Washington bought 1200-acres of forest in what is now Arlington. After the Revolutionary War, he returned home and surveyed his p... Read More

In this bookbinding class, featuring Kristi Moore, CEO of Moore Archives, you will learn more about how the stamp act made bookbinders out of everyday people. By the end of this class, you will create your own colonial book! Supplies included. Ticket... Read More

Well, shiver me timbers! Take a step back into the Golden Age of piracy as Riverwalk Landing and the Watermen's Museum are invaded by seafaring marauders! Landlubbers of all ages are invited to visit the Historic Yorktown waterfront to learn lessons ... Read More

In 1824, the Marquis de Lafayette made a triumphant return visit to tour the United States and revisit friends and fellow patriots he fought beside during the American Revolution. Join Poplar Forest as we welcome the Marquis back to reminisce with Th... 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

Come to a ceremony honoring fifth President and Revolutionary War hero James Monroe. The ceremony is held annually at his tomb, the restored “Birdcage” monument at Presidents Circle, Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond. An Army general and Color Guard... 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 Pittsylvania Historical Society is presenting "Spring at the Tavern," at the historic Yates Tavern. This fun, educational, and family-friendly event will feature tours of the tavern, colonial and Revolutionary War era reenactors and living histor... Read More

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery. In 1799, George Washington's distillery produced nearly 11,000 gallons, making it one of the largest whiskey distilleries in Am... 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

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... 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

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

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

Patrick Henry’s Red Hill has partnered with the Judith-Randolph-Longwood Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust to feature the "American Revolution Experience" traveling exhibition from May 15 to June 3! ... 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The May 24, 1864, victory of United States Colored Troops over attacking Confederate cavalry comes to life in the “Action at Wilson’s Wharf” at Fort Pocahontas on the James River. Each year we remember the contribution of USCTs to the Federal w... Read More

The Richmond Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), in conjunction with the Amelia County American Revolution 250 Committee, the Amelia County Historical Society, and Christ Episcopal Church, Amelia, will dedicate a marker prominently pointing passer... Read More

In this free evening event at George Washington's Mount Vernon, hear from University of Miami professor Ashli White, author of Revolutionary Things: Material Culture and Politics in the Late Eighteenth-Century Atlantic World.  In her book, Dr. W... Read More

Governor Dunmore has dissolved the House of Burgesses, and the militia is ready to fight! Join us as we explore our shared history and begin the celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. This lecture is part of Yorktown Militar... Read More

On Friday night, June 7, 5-7 pm, The Art Center of Montross will have a juried art show with the theme of Watermen: Then and Now. Reception will be open to the public. On Saturday, June 8, 11 am-1 pm, The Westmoreland County Museum will have an exh... Read More

The Henrico 250 Committee invites you to travel back in time as we watch the movie, Johnny Tremain. Follow in the footsteps of a teenage boy as he decides which path to take in the early days of the Revolutionary War, meeting spies, witnessing the Bo... Read More

Join us for an event celebrating the historic Prince William Resolves! This free family-friendly program features an immersive play reenacting this lively June 1774 debate and also includes children’s activities, food, tours, and more. This event i... Read More

Join us at Gunston Hall as we commemorate the anniversary of the 1776 Virginia Declaration of Rights. In writing this document, George Mason took some of the first steps in American history to make this country and the world a better place. They we... Read More

Enjoy a summer evening of 18th-century entertainment at George Washington's Mount Vernon. Play lawn games, have your fortune told, take a scenic horse-drawn wagon ride, and see how ice cream was made in George Washington's day. At our special VIP... Read More

Join us for a weekend-long patriotic salute to our Armed Forces as we celebrate the contributions of our American heroes both past and present. Enjoy live music, games, stories, special exhibits, and more! ... Read More

The Leedstown Resolves were one of the first protests against the 1765 Stamp Act and influenced public opinion in other American colonies. In this engaging talk, Dr. Levy explores how consumerism in the colonies shaped response to the Stamp Act, infl... Read More

Join us for lunch and a discussion with authors Lori Ann LaRocco and Abby Wallace, who will discuss their new book, Embracing Your Past to Empower Your Future: Four Families Descended from Slaves Reflect of Stories of Strength, Love, and Gratitude.�... Read More

The Boston Tea Party was not the only one. We'll learn about the others. What happened in Virginia in 1774?... Read More

Juneteenth celebrates enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation reaching the westernmost Confederate state of Texas. The Proclamation went into effect in 1863, but this news was purposefully withheld from enslaved people until the arrival of Union... Read More

Juneteenth is the celebration of Emancipation Day in 1865. Long before emancipation, many people enslaved at Mount Vernon resisted enslavement and sought freedom. At this Family Day, learners of all ages can discover how Ona Judge, Christopher Sh... Read More

As the wife of the nation's first president, Martha Washington truly defined the new role of First Lady of the United States. Hear how she and other First Ladies influenced American society, policy, diplomacy, and life, and how many of them broke bar... Read More

At 2 p.m., Sunday, June 23, 2024, the Richmond Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) will host a Virginia SAR ceremony honoring Revolutionary War Veteran and Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court John Marshall. The ceremony, featuring t... Read More

Why do we celebrate Flag Day? Join us to explore the flags that have flown in Henrico since its beginning as a city in 1611 and create your own flag. Information: sch107@henrico.us... Read More

Bring your flags and flip flops because the fun begins with a festive parade down Historic Main Street! Evening activities include a bell-ringing ceremony, patriotic concert, and a spectacular fireworks display over the York River. Grab your red, whi... Read More

On July 4, 2024, the grounds of the State Capitol will answer John Adams’ call for a great anniversary festival of America’s independence. Unlike other celebrations of the Fourth of July which are confined to evening fireworks and a few patriotic... Read More

Celebrate the Independence Day holiday with live music, food trucks, and a kids’ zone. The Richmond Symphony is headlining the show with a laser light show finale.* FREE Admission! Event Information: rec-eventsteam@henrico.us *Please note: Th... Read More

Celebrate Independence Day at George Washington’s boyhood home! Play colonial games, tour the Washington House, meet a George Washington reenactor, watch a flag retirement ceremony at 1pm, talk with archaeologists around an active dig site, take a ... Read More

Celebrate America's Independence at the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum. Our town crier will read the Declaration of Independence. Enjoy crafts, activities, an encampment by the Youth Virginia Regiment, and more! Take family photos choosi... Read More

Celebrate our nation's founding at Mount Vernon, the home of America's first president! Watch as people from across the world become U.S. citizens in a moving ceremony, then hear a performance by the National Concert Band and see a daytime fireworks... Read More

Thomas Jefferson held July 4th as “the only birthday I ever commemorate…” Bring your family and friends out to Poplar Forest, his Bedford County retreat, to celebrate the 248th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in h... Read More

Join the Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Tribe for the "Green Corn Dance" Pow Wow. ... Read More

At the free evening event, hear from popular historian Richard Brookhiser, author of Glorious Lessons: John Trumbull Painter of the American Revolution.  Brookhiser examines the complicated life and legacy of John Trumbull, whose paintings portra... Read More

Over the next few years, Arlington, Virginia, and our whole country will be celebrating the nation’s 250 founding. Kevin Vincent will set the stage for the role that the area now known as Arlington County played during the Revolution. At that time,... Read More

Bring the family and step back in time to experience every day life in Colonial America. Festivities include blacksmithing, grain grinding, weaving, spinning, Colonial re-enacting, kids games, scavenger hunts, and more!... Read More

This July will mark the 250th Anniversary of the Essex Resolutions, which were a bold declaration of the rights of Virginians as British citizens and one of the early steps on the road to the American Revolution. These Resolutions supported a tough,... Read More

The 18th century styles in men's and women's clothing were also considered revolutionary. Discover the glorious, the frugal, and of course the tantalizing creations of an era in fashion that made an impact that was heard around the world! Information... Read More

In 1781, citizens of Henrico and the counties surrounding Richmond witnessed the American Revolution come right through their communities. Black Virginia men camped, marched, and fought side by side with their white neighbors in pursuit of liberty an... Read More

This camp teaches children what life was like in the 18th century, when colonists were on the cusp of war. Through immersive hands-on activities, children learn about colonial life, maritime practices, and the challenges of war. Campers will play col... Read More

Historian Jim Gallagher will portray Thomas Nelson, Jr. as he describes the importance of the colonial protest against England's taxation policies. As a result, the York County Resolves were signed on July 18, 1774. Join us for an exploration into th... Read More

On July 18, 1774, 25 gentlemen from Fairfax County (including Alexandria) signed the Fairfax Resolves which rejected the British Parliament’s claim of supreme authority over the American colonies. John Carlyle, George Mason, and George Washington a... Read More

On July 20, 1774, the citizens of Hanover County met at the courthouse to elect representatives for the upcoming First Virginia Convention at Williamsburg. Patrick Henry and John Syme were chosen and presented with resolutions to take to this meeting... Read More

It’s July 18, 1774, and the citizens of York County have been called out to join the boycott against English goods and protest against the tea tax. Join costumed interpreters portraying the York County Committee and Safety as we explore our shared ... Read More

Today is the 230th anniversary of the town's second most dramatic event - the confrontation between accused "privateer" John Sinclair and U.S. Cavalry commander John Marshall, future Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Join us to learn the detai... Read More

The British are coming! The British are…here! Join us for exhibits and living history stations to mark the 243rd anniversary of the arrival of the British forces in Yorktown. This is a Colonial National Historical Park Service event that is held in... Read More

The year 1774, 250 years ago, saw Henrico County and Virginia move quickly towards war with England. How did we go from peaceful protests to violence and threats? Within six months the Revolution was underway. Join us to learn how people in Virginia ... Read More

Enslaved people were a significant investment and often an enslaver's most valuable asset. When the enslaved self-emancipated, enslavers frequently placed advertisements in not only their local newspaper but papers through the country, seeking to hav... Read More

In late July and early August 1774, Royal Governor Dunmore stayed with Lord Fairfax at his Greenway Court estate in White Post to gather troops from Berkeley, Frederick, Hampshire and Dunmore Counties to join an expedition against the Shawnee to the ... Read More

Debates over secrecy and transparency in politics during the eighteenth century shaped modern democracy.  At this free evening book talk, University of Notre Dame professor Katlyn Carter, author of "Democracy in Darkness: Secrecy and Transparency... Read More

Two-day Native American cultural celebration, including music, dance, food, and crafts. The pow wow is located at the end of Pembroke Lane, which runs off Godwin Boulevard (across from Oakland Elementary School) in the Chuckatuck Borough of Suffolk.... Read More

"...We according marched, we marched to the waters of New River to Drapers Meadows at Col. Billy Prestons..." Pension Application of Robert Bleakley (Blakeley) W279 Transcribed and annotated by C. Leon Harris This encampment will portray a volunt... Read More

Take a step back in time to see what life was like in the British Camp before the arrival of the American and French forces on September 28, 1781. Yorktown’s Historic Main Street will be transformed with military drills, camp life demonstrations... Read More

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery. In 1799, George Washington's distillery produced nearly 11,000 gallons, making it one of the largest whiskey distilleries in Am... Read More

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery. In 1799, George Washington's distillery produced nearly 11,000 gallons, making it one of the largest whiskey distilleries in Am... Read More

Take a step back in time to see what life was like in the British Camp before the arrival of the American and French forces on September 28, 1781. Yorktown’s Historic Main Street will be transformed with military drills, camp life demonstrations... Read More

Join Poplar Forest’s African American Advisory Group, interpretation and archaeology staff, and the Board of Directors to celebrate, recognize and remember the men, women and children of the enslaved community at Poplar Forest. The free, family-ori... Read More

Join Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest to witness a Naturalization Ceremony welcoming new American citizens in honor of Constitution Day, the day in 1787 the American Constitution was signed into law. Admission to the ceremony is included with gener... Read More

Join the Nottoway Indian Tribe of Virginia for the annual Pow Wow with intertribal dancing, vendors and crafts, storytelling, educational exhibits, and Native American Cooking. Master of Ceremonies - Rick Kelly Head Dancers - Adrienne Harmon & ... Read More

The Pittsylvania Historical Society commemorates Local History Month with "Tavern Day," at historic Yates Tavern. This fun, educational, and family-friendly event will feature tours of the tavern, colonial and Revolutionary War era reenactors and liv... Read More

TOURS ARE OCTOBER 11TH AND 12TH AT 11 A.M. AND 2 P.M. EACH DAY. An amateur archaeologist known to have studied Native American material culture, Thomas Jefferson would surely be fascinated by the more than 300,000 artifacts found on the Poplar Fores... Read More

The Beverley Manor Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Staunton, VA in partnership with the Frontier Culture Museum, is celebrating the birth of our nation 250 years ago, with the planting of a black gum tree which is native to Vir... Read More

This event marks the 200th Anniversary of Lafayette's return to America in 1824 as "guest of the Nation" in which he visited all 24 states and all surviving residents. Historian Mark Schneider will appear as Major General Lafayette. The tour is prese... Read More

The day begins with a wreath-laying ceremony followed by a patriotic parade down Main Street to commemorate the victory at the Siege of Yorktown in 1781. The Fifes and Drums of York Town will perform during the parade and at a special ceremony at the... Read More

This is a specially-themed farmers market to celebrate the Victory at Yorktown. Red, white, and blue will be on full display as local artists will be selling patriotic handiwork such as glassware, paintings, and woodwork. Local vendors will be selli... Read More

One of America’s first foodies, Thomas Jefferson had a taste for fine wines and gourmet foods. Join the president, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker, in his private retreat to raise a glass to a successful harvest season and enjoy a multicourse din... Read More

Bring the family for a full day of hands-on Colonial history. Over a dozen local historical organizations will be on hand to lead activities that include cider pressing, grain grinding, blacksmithing, seamstressing, basket weaving, doll making, and m... Read More

This exhibit will feature a traveling exhibit from The American Friends of Lafayette, and numerous artifacts.... Read More

The goal of the Yorktown Tea Festival is to instill a sense of admiration for the history and traditions of tea and tea drinking in Virginia. The three-day event will include four lectures each day along with special tours at the participating muse... Read More

On November 7, 1774, Thomas Nelson, Jr. and his group of fellow patriots marched to the Yorktown waterfront and threw two chests of tea overboard as a show of defiance against the British. This 250th Anniversary celebration will include concerts, shi... Read More

Eat, drink, shop and explore a gem of American history when the Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival returns to Mr. Jefferson’s south lawn. Join Poplar Forest in celebrating Jefferson’s legacy as the father of Virginia wine with tastings from multiple ... Read More

Join us at the Tribal Grounds from 7 pm - 11 pm on the 2nd Saturday of every month beginning November 11th, 2023 until March 9th, 2024. All proceeds benefit cultural programs sponsored by the Cultural and Environmental Restoration Steering Committee.... Read More

The Road to Yorktown, Lafayette's 1781 Campaign in Central Virginia. We'll look at some of the troop movements of Lafayette and Anthony Wayne as they went through Orange County along with the extended campaign leading to the Siege of Yorktown.... Read More

Fort Boykin has been a part of American history since 1623 when a fort known as the Castle was constructed following the 1622 Indian Attack. Today, Fort Boykin constitutes an example of military architecture of the Civil War era. Join us for this fre... Read More

This exhibition will inspire a deep appreciation for the continental and global forces as well as the individual actions by both iconic and ordinary people that brought about a model of democratic government that would change the world. More detai... Read More

This exhibition explores the lives of free Black Virginians from the arrival of the first captive Africans in 1619 to the abolition of slavery in 1865. Through powerful objects and first-person accounts, visitors will discover how Virginia’s peopl... Read More

This exhibition will explore the many people who, over centuries, have made Virginia the unique place it is in America and in the world, and the dramatic impact of the immigrant experience throughout Virginia’s history as people arrived from the fo... Read More

In June 2026, Norfolk, Hampton Roads, and Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay region will welcome an international fleet of tall ships, military vessels, and character ships to commemorate the U.S.’s 250th anniversary. This milestone maritime festival - Sa... Read More