Fleece to Fabric: Exploring Early American Fiber and Textile Art
2026-06-13 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | James Monroe Birthplace and Boyhood Home, 4460 Monroe Highway, Colonial Beach, VA, 22443
Discover the skills and artistry that helped weave the tapestry of America’s history. Explore how both native and imported fibers were grown, gathered, and prepared in Colonial Virginia. Learn how 18th-century Virginians transformed those fibers into thread and yarn-materials that became the foundation of everyday necessities and the extraordinary creations of early American life.

James Monroe Birthplace and Boyhood Home - Fleece to Fabric Event
2026-06-13 13:00 - 16:00 | James Monroe Birthplace and Boyhood Home, 4460 Monroe Highway, Colonial Beach, VA, 22443
Discover the skills and artistry that helped weave the tapestry of America’s history. Explore how both native and imported fibers were grown, gathered, and prepared in Colonial Virginia. Learn how 18th century Virginians transformed those fibers into thread and yarn – materials that became the foundation of everyday necessities and the extraordinary creations of early American life. Also join us to a discussion on colonial medicine and how some of the practices used then are being used today.

Hannah Lee Corbin, Widow
2026-06-13 19:00 - 2026-06-28 15:00 | Colonial Beach Playhouse, 108 Hawthorn Street, Colonial Beach, VA, 22443, United States
An original play at Colonial Beach Playhouse about the Lee Family of Westmoreland County during Revolutionary times. Opens Saturday, June 13 and runs through Sunday, June 28. Performances Friday and Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 3pm. Tickets must be purchased in advance at cbplayhouse.org.
