The nearly three-mile walking trail, with some stops a close drive, guides participants through post-Civil War history into the modern day

Black History Month at Germanna Community College: The curator of African American history at the Fredericksburg Area Museum answered questions about ways the white community can learn about the struggles of Black residents.

The Open House will introduce potential volunteers to opportunities for the 2023 season at the historic structure and grounds of Ellwood on the Wilderness Battlefield.

George Washington Foundation re-enactor Paul Limerick portrays a member of the colonial militia. He says the milita helped the Continental Army win independance.

The George Washington Foundation’s Dave Muraca says he think the legend of Washington throwing a coin or stone across the Rappannack is likely…

Ferry Farm on Presidents Day: Washington re-enactor Greg Fisher talks about growing up at Ferry Farm and taking care of his mother, Mary.

Colonial games, attempting to throw a stone across the Rappahannock, photos and discussions with George Washington and a colonial milita member and crafts.

In observance of Washington’s Birthday, George Washington Birthplace National Monument will be hosting special activities and events of February 18th, 19th, and 22nd.

Brad Hatch and Price Jett talk about the history of Patawomeck Tribe in Virginia and the soon-to-open Museum and Cultural Center in South Stafford.  patawomeckindiantribeofvirginia.org

Route 3 west. Spotsylvania

Stafford Museum and Cultural Center:  Frank White, the Keeper of Knowledge, shares some Stafford stories with Sue Henderson.  Stories, like driving a school bus at age 16 in the mid-1950’s.

The “Pathfinder of the Seas”

Winter hours in effect January 9, 2023 – March 10, 2023

Historical marker in Fredericksburg to commemorate the Walker Grant High School class of 1950:

Kenmore in Fredericksburg

A Chrristmas tradition in Fredericksburg

Christmas in the colonies. The curator with the George Washington Foundation says Christmas then was quite different than it is now.

Scott Harris, the Executive Director of UMW Museums talks about upcoming events at Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont in Stafford and the James Monroe Museum downtown. 

100 years ago a group of women saved Historic Kenmore in Fredericksburg by taking their story across the country to raise money. An exhibit at Kenmore has been on display for the past year. It will soon close.