As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party, we are excited to have Dr. Benjamin Carp author of the book "Defiance of the Patriots: The Boston Tea Party and the Making of America." Dr. Carp's book is one of the preeminent works on th... Read More

Dr. Joseph Warren is considered by many "the lost hero of the American Revolution." Warren was the brainchild of the revolution movement in Boston. Warren was involved in almost every major insurrectionary act in the Boston area for a decade, from th... Read More

Join ERW historians and authors Rob Orrison and Mark Wilcox as they discuss one of the worst defeats in American history, the Battle of Camden. How did the hero of Saratoga end up the scapegoat in the south? Learn how a coincidence led to a great Bri... Read More

George Washington’s lifetime family associations, primarily his Ball family relations, were used by Washington's first biographer Parson Weems. James Bish's new book "I Can't Tell A Lie" looks into the Washington and Ball family associations, along... Read More

Enjoy small town America in New Castle, Virginia when we celebrate the 247th anniversary of our nation’s Independence. The parade leaves Craig County Fairgrounds promptly at 10 AM and will close with prizes and recognitions at the Courthouse on Ma... Read More

Watch a dazzling fireworks show at George Washington's estate! On June 30 and July 1, relax on the east lawn and watch fireworks soar over the Potomac River. Greet General Washington, enjoy live musical performances, and attend an evening wreath layi... Read More

This December will see the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party. To many historians, this event is the seminal event that leads to the American Revolution. Join us as we talk with staff of the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum on the history of ... Read More

Learn about women's diverse struggles for security and independence in the midst of the American Revolution during the Annual Martha Washington Lecture. Holly A. Mayer and Lorri Glover, contributors to the new book, Women Waging War in the America... Read More

"Our Flag Was Still There details the improbable two-hundred-year journey of the original Star-Spangled Banner—from Fort McHenry in 1814, when Francis Scott Key first saw it, to the Smithsonian in 2023—and the enduring family who defended, kept, ... Read More

Join the Williamsburg-Yorktown American Revolutionary Round Table, at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (200 Water St, Yorktown, VA), for its third in the 2023 speakers’ series. Andrew Outten will tell us about British cartographer Willi... Read More

This event runs every Saturday from May 6th to September 30th, 2023. At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery. Sample 3 distilled spirits, made using 18th-century dist... Read More

by Emerging Revolutionary War The Battle of Waxhaws, fought on May 29, 1780, was a lopsided British victory by Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton's British cavalry over American Colonel Abraham Buford's Continental forces in Waxhaws South Caroli... 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 availa... Read More

For one weekend only, Mount Vernon's serene 12-acre field transforms into a battleground as Continentals and Redcoats conduct military drills, perform cavalry demonstrations, and engage in 18th-century tacticals. Meet the soldiers who are encamped... Read More

Guests will learn about the ladies of the Lewis and Washington families and how tea practices and politics influenced their daily lives in 18th Century Virginia. Sip one of Kenmore’s signature teas from a teacup that you decorate yourself. Also p... Read More

George sure loved his hounds, and so do we! Bring your furry friend to Ferry Farm for a day of fun. Explore the nature trails that lead around the fields and along the Rappahannock River with a discount on Ferry Farm’s grounds for the day, 10am-5pm... Read More

Participants can tour Historic Kenmore interpreted by Abbie Castillo (using American Sign Language). Before or after the tour, visitors are encouraged to explore the grounds, garden, and Visitor Center galleries. Tour times are 1:00 p.m. and 2:00... Read More

In early January 1781, the Revolutionary War struck Virginia with violence and destruction. British forces on land and water raided Patriot farms, military depots, foundries, and the state’s new capital, Richmond. The enemy force was led by none ot... Read More

Celebrate the preservation of Historic Kenmore! Guests will be invited to several educational stations throughout Historic Kenmore’s landscape. Kids under age 12 can enjoy an “egg scavenger hunt” during the event in honor of egg hunts held o... Read More

Join the Williamsburg-Yorktown American Revolutionary Round Table, at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (200 Water St, Yorktown, VA), for its second in the 2023 speakers’ series. Dr. Robert A. Selig, author and lecturer, will present Of Sk... Read More

In honor of Women’s History Month, join us for an hour-long focus tour that explores the lives of the women who called Ferry Farm and Kenmore home. Learn what life was like for different women in the 18th century as we delve into the worlds of Mary... Read More

Celebrate George Washington’s 291st birthday at his boyhood home with fun activities for the whole family! Meet “George Washington,” participate in our annual stone throwing contest, and eat birthday cupcakes – while supplies last. Guests ... Read More

Join Brent Morris for a lecture examining the lives of the maroons living in the Great Dismal Swamp and their struggles for liberation. The massive and foreboding Great Dismal Swamp sprawls more than 2,000 square miles and spills over parts of Vir... Read More

The Gunston Hall Docents’ Association invites you to join us them the seventh annual Champagne and Chocolates fundraiser at Gunston Hall. All proceeds will be used to fund research and educational programming at reconstructed enslaved dwellings in... Read More

Head to the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown as actor James Cameron portrays 18th century York County, Virginia resident John Rollison, a property owning free man of color, and shares his experiences during the American Revolution. Cameron will... Read More

Join the Williamsburg-Yorktown American Revolutionary Round Table, at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (200 Water St, Yorktown, VA), for its first in the 2023 speakers’ series. Dr. Iris de Rode, author and lecturer, will provide new insig... Read More

Just three months before Curtis Harris was born, the Virginia State Legislature passed the Racial Integrity Act, which banned interracial marriage down to “a single drop” of African blood. Harris was the sixth child of an impoverished sharecroppe... Read More

Jan 5 7 pm Author Mike Cecere "Benedict Arnold's Raid on Richmond" Libby Mill Library, 2100 Libby Lake East Street, Henrico, VA 23230 Jan 7 9 am -4 pm Re-enactor demonstrations at Chimborazo Park, 3215 East Broad St, Richmond VA 23223 1 pm... Read More

Kick off the holiday season with sparkling fireworks overlooking the Potomac River. Join Mount Vernon for a family-friendly celebration of the holiday season with Mansion Tours, Wintry Lights, the Winter Market, the Winter Encampment and finishing wi... Read More

Kick off the season with a free afternoon of festive fun and see Virginia House decorated for the holidays! Owned and operated by the Virginia Historical Society, Virginia House is located at 4301 Sulgrave Road in Richmond’s Windsor Farms neighb... Read More

You better watch out! You better not cry! Santa Claus is visiting Rippon Lodge for one afternoon only! Be on your best behavior and keep your name on the “Nice” list. Parents will be given special “Things Santa Should Know” cards upon arrival... Read More

December 9 - 10, 16 - 19, 21 - 23, & 26 - 30 Join us for the rare opportunity to experience Monticello after dark, decorated with the style of holiday greenery found during Jefferson’s era. This tour offers an intimate look at how all people who... Read More

Visit St. Nick in a private family setting! This annual event has been a holiday tradition for many. Admission is $5.00 per child and includes a pre-visit craft activity. Non-perishable food items are also requested for a local food bank. Reservation... Read More

Join us for this special visit to Christmases of the past. With games, live music, crafts, and more, peek into holiday celebrations at Gunston Hall in the 1920s and the 1780s. Explore what Christmas meant for all the different people–enslaved, inde... Read More

December 3, 10 AM – 12 PM December 6, 1 PM – 3 PM Adorn a grapevine wreath with period embellishments at this popular workshop. The $15.00 fee includes the wreath and all materials plus a guided holiday-themed tour of Endview. The program is ... Read More

Time to get into the holiday spirit at Scotchtown! Join us for holiday themed crafts, tours and much more! Story time at the top of every hour. Tickets include: o Open house tours o Costumed interpreters o Hot cider and cookies o Holiday Craft o... Read More

Stroll through seasonal celebrations of the past at Rippon Lodge Historic Site. With interiors and exteriors richly decorated for the holidays, guests enjoy an in-depth exploration of seasonal festivities over the centuries. Reservations suggeste... Read More

The holiday fun kicks off with Yorktown’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. This community tradition goes all the way back to 1945. That's the year that Reverend Claud G. Barkley, Pastor of Yorktown Baptist Church, and staff from the Coun... Read More

November 26, 27, 30 & December 2, 3, 4 Now in their 36th year, Monticello’s annual Wreath Workshops are once again back in-person for 2022. These fan favorite events will be led by Monticello Guide and Floral Designer, Lou Hatch, Monticello Cura... Read More

James Madison’s Montpelier is accepting donations to support the Orange County Love Outreach Food Pantry as they serve a community of families and individuals in need of assistance. The numbers are rising monthly and your donation, particularly dur... Read More

November 25 - 26, December 2 – 3, December 9 – 10, & December 18 Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of th... Read More

Colonial Williamsburg, the Omohundro Institute, and William & Mary are joining together to host a series of five annual conferences to spotlight emerging research, connect a diverse public to scholars and research, and convene significant conversatio... Read More