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Amateur Radio Field Day
Curtis Memorial Park 58 Jesse Curtis Lane, Hartwood, VA, United StatesThe Rappahannock Amateur Radio Club (RVARC) and Stafford County Emergency Communications (EmComm) Team is holding its annual Field Day at the Curtis Memorial Park in Hartwood, VA all day on Saturday June 24th and Sunday June 25th through 2 PM. Field Day is the opportunity for thousands of amateur radio enthusiasts throughout the world to […]
Guided Woodland Hikes
Gari Melchers Home & Studio at Belmont Washington Street in Falmouth, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesWoodland Hike Held the last Sunday of every month. Conducted by Virginia Master Naturalists, these hikes explore the site's beautiful woodland trails. Terrain is varied and can be wet; sturdy footwear is recommended. Dogs not permitted.
Learn with Me Day: Fredericksburg 1776
Historic Kenmore 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VirginiaFor students ages 5-12. Experience Fredericksburg in 1776 during the Revolutionary War! Students and their caregivers will take a family-oriented tour of the Kenmore mansion and see history come alive. After the tour, kids will experience living history with a revolutionary war soldier, learn a drill, and more! Choose a one-hour session: 11:00–12:00 12:30-1:30 2:00-3:00 […]
Grand Opening of Patawomeck Museum & Cultural Center
Patawomeck Museum & Cultural Center 638 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VAJoin the free event of the Grand Opening of the Patawomeck Museum & Cultural Center for the fourth of July. There will be food, games, workshops, children’s activities, vendors, musicians, cooling stations, craft activities that allow you to take a piece of history home, and live demonstrations of cooking, netting, flint knapping, eel pot construction, […]
Fabulous Fourth at Ferry Farm
George Washington's Ferry Farm 268 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesFerry Farm 10:00am - 4:00pm: Fabulous Fourth - Ferry Farm. Sponsored by The George Washington Heritage Foundation. Play colonial games, tour the Washington House, meet a George Washington reenactor, watch a flag retirement ceremony, talk with archaeologists around an active dig site, take a selfie with B101.5’s Buzzy the Bee, make crafts, explore different historical […]
AFSB Kickoff Event
Highmark Brewery 390 Kings Hwy., Fredericksburg, VirginiaJoin the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at Highmark Brewery on July 8th from 12-5 PM to learn more about the walk in October. Come by for door prizes, yard games, and of course, AFSP resources.
Summer Fest 2023
New Life Outreach International Church 4716 Harrison Rd, Fredericksburg, VirginiaNew Life Outreach ‘Presents’ ‘SUMMER-FEST 2023’ A Major 3 Day Event, July 14th, 15th & 16th with Special Guest: ‘Sam Childers’, also known as: ‘The Machine Gun Preacher’…! Schedule of Events: Friday evening, July 14th at 7:00pm: Community Outreach for Men – with Special Guest Speaker: ‘Sam Childers – The Machine Gun Preacher’ Free Admission […]
Outdoor Adventure at Piney Point: A Kids’ Outdoor Science STEAM Program
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum 44720 Lighthouse Road, Piney Point, MD, United StatesJuly 18, 19, 20 & 21: Little Explorers' Session (Ages 7-10): 9:00AM to 11:30AM Growing Naturalists' Session (Ages 11-13): 12:30PM to 3:30PM TO BOOK: Follow Link Above or call 301-994-1471. Cost is $50 for first child, $25 for each additional. Price includes all 4 days. Kids can explore different topics at Piney Point while having […]
Rappahannock Model Railroaders, Inc. at the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair!
Come see us with your admission in the Richard Limerick Homemakers Building at the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair (7/28 thru 8/6). See our trains operating on our O-Gauge modular layout. Club members will be available to answer your questions regarding model railroading and our club’s activities. We are a non-profit organization that supports community activities such […]
National Lighthouse Weekend at Piney Point Lighthouse
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum 44720 Lighthouse Road, Piney Point, MD, United StatesHead to Piney Point for a fun and FREE open house weekend in recognition of National Lighthouse Day, which is celebrated at the museum each year on or near August 7th. Enjoy tours of the museum, Potomac River Maritime Exhibit, lighthouse tower, the Keeper’s Quarters, and grounds. Call 301-994-1471 for more information. 10am to 5pm […]
Girl Scout Info Night
L.E. Smoot Memorial Library 9533 Kings Highway, King George, VA, United StatesMonday, August 14 5-6:30 PM L.E. Smoot Memorial Library King George, VA
Rappahannock Model Railroaders, Inc. – Fall Open House
Come join us at our clubhouse located at 406 Hudgins Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 on September 16th, 2023 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. See our trains operating on various layouts, including our 2 level O-Gauge layout. Club members will be available to answer your questions regarding model railroading and our club’s activities. We are a non-profit […]
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 the story of pioneering mathematician Gladys West, who used the power of education to come from a one-room segregated schoolhouse and a life of labor […]
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 working with the American Battlefield Trust and FOWB volunteers will be available to talk with visitors from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, on Saturday, September […]
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 will have Hands-only CPR and Stop the Bleed classes on site. Fredericksburg Sheriff's Department will be in attendance to do car seat safety inspections. Bring […]
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 the 1775 mansion and see, smell, and taste our famous gingerbread in the historic kitchen. During your visit, the kitchen will be open for guests […]
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 pm meeting and presentation.
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 Weight: The Auction Block in Fredericksburg Virginia, Seen: Viewing the Work of African American Artists in Fredericksburg, VA, and Stomp: FXBC. Evening with an Expert […]
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? These are activities the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren team does every day and on Oct. 20 they are bringing them to you! Embark onto […]
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 of Fredericksburg happen? Why was it important? Join park staff to learn about the events of December 1862 from the people who lived through them […]
