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Getting There: STEM Trailblazers Exhibit Opening
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThe Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM) is excited to announce an upcoming exhibit, Getting There: STEM Trailblazers Dr. Gladys and Ira West. Loaned by the Dahlgren Heritage Museum, this exhibit features […]
Payne’s Farm Day
Payne's Farm Payne's Farm Lane, Locust Grove, VA, United StatesThe Mine Run Campaign was fought November 26 - December 2, 1863, in Orange Co, VA. This property is owned by the American Battlefield Trust. Friends of Wilderness Battlefield is […]
Fredericksburg Rescue Open House (Rescheduled from 9/23)
Fredericksburg Rescue Squad has been an all-volunteer organization since 1940. We are holding our first annual open house and hope to meet members of the community that we serve. We […]
Taste Through Time: Gingerbread
Historic Kenmore 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VirginiaHISTORIC KENMORE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 12PM TO 5PM Reminisce and enjoy a themed demonstration, talk, and tasting – all about Kenmore’s famous gingerbread! Come to Kenmore for a tour of […]
Virginia’s Indigenous Zoom Presentation
Carol Horton, an indigenous descendant herself, will present a program on Virginia's Indigenous peoples during the Fredericksburg Regional Genealogy Society's October 11th Zoom meeting. Register at vafrgs.org for the 7 […]
Evening with an Expert- Archaeology of the African-American Experience
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThe Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM) is pleased to announce our fall Evening with an Expert: Lecture Series. This season’s series discusses topics closely related to FAM’s current exhibitions, A Monumental […]
Dahlgren Downtown 2023
Have you ever wanted to see a Potomac River test range boat up close? How about rolling up your sleeves and diving into STEM activities? What about operating a robot? […]
Sunken Road Guided Walk
Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitors Center 1013 Lafayette Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VAMeet for the program at the battle painting between the Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center and park store (1013 Lafayette Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22401). 45-minute presentation DESCRIPTION Why did the Battle […]
Chancellorsville: Stories from the Battlefield
Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitors Center 9001 Plank Road, Spotsylvania, VAMeet for the program a the battle painting in front of the Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor Center (9001 Plank Road, Spotsylvania, VA 22553). What led the US Army of the Potomac […]
BACKYARD SOIREÉ
1360 Belman Road 1360 Belman Road, Fredericksburg, VAJoin Downtown Greens for delicious food, drinks, and fun as we raise money for our community greenspace. The event includes live music, hors d'oeuvres by FoodE, fire-pits, the amazing Suzie Anker […]
A Celebration of Justice & Equity: Tribute to Freedom Seekers
The Old Jail Museum 41625 Court House Drive, Leonardtown, MD, United StatesThe public is invited to a special celebration of equity and justice for the unveiling of brass “stopping stones” commemorating five local freedom seekers who risked their lives attempting to […]
Night in Washington’s Day
Historic Kenmore 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VirginiaExperience the 18th century in a whole new light! This year, we’ve got a brand-new take on our annual Night in Washington’s Day Program. Explore the illuminated grounds, 1775 mansion, and […]
American Battlefield Trust Generations Revolutionary Event
George Washington's Ferry Farm 268 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesAn American Battlefield Trust Generations Event brings families together for an experience of history! You’re invited to gather your recruits—kids, grandkids, neighbors, and friends—and come be inspired by stories and […]
Homeschool Investigators: Dinosaur Discoveries
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThe Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM) is pleased to announce their fall Homeschool Investigators program, Dinosaur Discoveries. Homeschool Investigators focuses on hands-on learning through teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving STEAM (Science, Technology, […]
Rappahannock Model Railroaders at the Spotsylvania Towne Centre Mall
Spotsylvania Towne Centre 137 Spotsylvania Mall Dr, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesCome see us near the food court at the Spotsylvania Towne Centre Mall on Saturday, 11/11/2023 from 10:00am to 8:00pm and Sunday, 11/12/2023 from 11:00am to 5:00pm. See our trains […]
160th Anniversary Mine Run Program
Three different events at three locations! All are free and open to the public! 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Author Signing: Eastern National is hosting an author signing at the Chancellorsville Visitor […]
The Enslaved Community Tour at James Madison’s Montpelier
James Madison's Montpelier 11407 Constitution Highway, Montpelier StationLong considered a taboo subject, slavery is a paradox of America: a slave-holding nation that declared to the world that “all men are created equal.” On this outdoor walking tour, […]
37th Annual Gingerbread House Exhibit
George Washington's Ferry Farm 268 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesEnjoy the whimsical sights and delicious smells of wondrously festive gingerbread creations during the 37th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibit at George Washington’s Ferry Farm! See the contest-winning entries, […]
Mary Washington House Holiday Open House
Mary Washington House 1200 Charles St, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesTour the Mary Washington House in the spirit of the 18th- century Christmas. Shop for unique gifts in the museum store while sipping hot cider and sampling Mary Washington’s famous […]
Home for the Holidays: the 12 Days of Christmas
Gari Melchers Home & Studio at Belmont Washington Street in Falmouth, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThis year the country life and entertaining that the Melchers’ treasured at Belmont inspires Home for the Holidays. Drawing from the couple’s artwork and decorative objects, we‘ve integrated representations of […]
