PHOTOS: The luminaria at the National Cemetery in Fredericksburg. This year, only virtual events around the region.
We look back: The illumination at the National Cemetery on Lafayette Blvd.
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We look back: Lumineria 2017
VIDEO: Most Memorial Day events are virtual this year. We look back at the illumination at the National Cemetery in Fredericksburg from 2017.
We look back: Luminaria 2016
VIDEO: Most Memorial Day 2020 events will be virtual. We look back. 2016 at the National Cemetery.
Town Talk: John Hennessy/NPS
AUDIO: Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park Chief Historian John Hennessy talks about the local Park Service in a time of pandemic. Also the importance of supporting local non-profits and going forward…
Town Talk: Germanna Community College and the FredNats
AUDIO: Germanna Community College and the FredNats team up on baseball history in the region.
Town Talk: John J. Wright Cultural Center and Museum
AUDIO: Roger and Connie Braxton talk about Spotsylvania pre and post desegregation and the impact of the family and church. The John J. Wright Cultural Center and Museum is a must-see
Town Talk: Gari Melcher’s Home & Studio at Belmont and the James Monroe Museum
AUDIO: University of Mary Washington Museums Executive Director Scott Harris with updates on Gari Melcher’s Home and Studio at Belmont and the James Monroe Museum.
City looking for input on updates to Historic District handbook
Two meetings this month. The first one is this Sunday afternoon
The Jackie Robinson & FredNats owner Art Silber Story
AUDIO: Jackie Robinson is a part of baseball history. He’s also a part of the history of the family of the owners of the Fredericksburg Nationals.
Ferry Farm on President’s Day: Kids soaking in history
VIDEO: Hundreds of kids were at Ferry Farm for President’s Day. The man who portrays George Washington says that gives him hope.
Ferry Farm finds ways to bring history to life
VIDEO: Ferry Farm in Stafford lets you learn about George Washington’s boyhood home by seeing where and how the family lived. It also gives you a peek into life in colonial America.
Colonial history comes alive at Ferry Farm in Stafford on President’s Day
PHOTOS: Spending President’s Day with a President!
Historical marker added at Widewater State Park in Stafford
VIDEO: Several weeks ago a Historical Marker was dedicated at Widewater State Park in Stafford to honor artist Palmer Hayden. His works included seascapes and African themes, but most notable are his portrayals of ordinary African Americans in everyday life.
Remembering the first African-American police officer in Fredericksburg
Sonny Dyson began as a city officer in 1956
Town Talk: Fredericksburg Area Museum
AUDIO: Fredericksburg Area Museum update. Museum re-opens March 1. There are new exhibits. Caroline Ford and Theresa Cramer.
Town Talk: Washington Heritage Museums
AUDIO: Washington Heritage Museums. Executive Director Anne Darron and Mary Washington House Manager Michelle Hamilton preview upcoming events, new books on Mary Washington and the importance of giving to area musuems.
Volunteer info meeting scheduled for Ellwood in Orange County
Want to volunteer at a historical site? Friends of Ellwood holding an open house on February 15
Frye: Fredericksburg must do a better job of telling the African American story
VIDEO: Fredericksburg Councilman Chuck Frye wants more African American history told in the city
The move begins for the Spotsylvania County Museum
VIDEO: The museum is moving from the Courthouse area to Route 3 and the First Day of Chancellorsville site
Town Talk: Ferry Farm in Stafford
AUDIO: George Washington’s birthday at Ferry Farm preview. It’s February 17th, 10-4. Alma Withers, Dave Muraca and Meghan Budinger
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