Mary’s Ribbons, A Toast to History, League of Most Interesting Men: The Science of Frankenstein, and more at Washington Heritage Museums.
Upcoming Events at Washington Heritage Museums
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Mid-Fall Hours at National Military Park
The hours of operations for the public buildings of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park will change starting Wednesday, October 17 for the middle of the fall season.
FoWB: A Day in the Life of a Soldier
Living Historians will compare and contrast the equipment, motivation, and experiences of soldiers on opposing sides during presentations.
Rappahannock Rail Museum Expansion Ribbon Cutting
The RRM is holding a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the newly-installed permanent rail road museum this Saturday, September 22, 2018.
Washington Heritage Museums Upcoming Events
Mary’s Ribbons, Fall Opening of St. James’ House, and Speaker Series with Washington Heritage Museums in October.
Immersive History Weekend at Chancellorsville Battlefield
On the weekend of October 6-7, 2018, the National Park Service is hosting a unique living history event on the Chancellorsville battlefield.
Bourbon & Boxwood Event
Washington Heritage Museums’ fourth annual fundraiser, “Bourbon & Boxwood” will be held at the Mary Washington House on September 22, 2018 from 7-10 p.m.
FoWB 2nd Annual Canoe Trip
On Saturday, August 25, National Park Service Historian Greg Mertz will lead a day long canoe tour of Civil War sites along the Rapidan River.
Living History Weekend at Fredericksburg Battlefield
Celebrate Living History Weekend at Fredericksburg Battlefield, a National Park, September 1-2, 2018.
Honoring Mary Washington Event
preview:Honor the life of a Mary Washington on the 229th anniversary of her death with Washington Heritage Museums at the Mary Washington House.
July FAM Events and Exhibits
From a Bastille Day celebration to a new exhibit on baseball in American towns, July is an action packed month for FAM!
14th Annual Spotsylvania Stars & Stripes Spectacular
New this year—a children’s stage that includes a juggler & magician, a superhero meet & greet, a puppet show and other live performances.
Fourth of July Activities announced at Stratford Hall
Family Fun Festival plans announced for July 4th at Stratford Hall.
Games in the Garden of the Mary Washington House Saturday, June 30
Stop by and enjoy games as they were played in the 18th century!
Fourth of July Concert on the Grounds of Historic Salem Church
This free musical celebration of our nation’s history will take place on the lawn of historic Old Salem Church on July 4, 2018.
New Exhibit Highlighting Desegregation in the Fredericksburg Region to Open June 21
The exhibit explores how desegregation took place in the schools of Spotsylvania and Stafford and at the lunch counters of Fredericksburg.
New walking tour at Chatham
Program focuses on all sides of life on a plantation
National Park Services Announces Schedule for History at Sunset 2018
The National Park Service is pleased to announce the 2018 schedule for its History at Sunset series of programs. The series kicks off June 8.
June is Great Outdoors Month in Virginia
When Gov. Ralph Northam declared June 2018 as Great Outdoors Month, he recognized the importance of the outdoors in Virginia. Virginia State Parks are the premiere outdoor recreation destination for 10 million visitors annually.
Ellwood Manor to Honor Civil War Soldiers
Friends of Wilderness Battlefield will honor those Civil War soldiers who gave their lives on the Chancellorsville and Wilderness Battlefields on Saturday, May 26.
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