RILL 2026: Virginia in 1776
On the eve of the 250th anniversary of American Independence, this course examines Virginia in the year 1776. Incorporating primary documents and images, the course looks at the pivotal roles...
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Historic Christ Church 420 Christ Church Road, Weems, VA, United States
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“Black Freedom Suits and the Declaration of Independence”
Historic Christ Church 420 Christ Church Road, Weems, VA, United StatesThe Declaration of Independence asserted that "all men are created equal" and have natural rights and the right of self-government by consent. Slavery contradicted these core principles of the Declaration...
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Speaker Series: George Washington and the Presidential Title Controversy of 1789
FeaturedGeorge Washington Birthplace National Monument 1732 Popes Creek Road, Colonial Beach, VA, United StatesJoin Dr. Kathleen Bartoloni-Tuazon for an engaging exploration of one of the earliest and most revealing debates in American history—the 1789 controversy over the president’s title. Drawing from her book...
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Buried in the Back: Recent Research at George Washington Birthplace National Monument
George Washington Birthplace National Monument 1732 Popes Creek Road, Colonial Beach, VA, United StatesOn America’s 250th birthday, uncover new insights into George Washington’s earliest years as we share discoveries from ongoing research at George Washington Birthplace National Monument. Chief of Cultural Resource Management...
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“A Perfect Frenzy”
Historic Christ Church 420 Christ Church Road, Weems, VA, United StatesAuthor Andrew Lawler speaks on his 2025 book A Perfect Frenzy: A Royal Governor, His Black Allies, and the Crisis That Spurred the American Revolution. Wine and cheese reception with...
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PNNMP Summer Speaker Series
St. John's Episcopal Church 5987 Richmond Road, WarsawMark DiRienz, a former Preservation Northern Neck & Middle Peninsula (PNNMP) board member, historic preservationist, American antique collector and print specialist, will present George Washington's life in historic period image;...
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George Washington’s Forgotten Friend: The French Nobleman Who Helped Win American Independence
George Washington Birthplace National Monument 1732 Popes Creek Road, Colonial Beach, VA, United StatesGeorge Washington's Forgotten Friend: The French Nobleman Who Helped Win American Independence August 29 1 p.m. in the Log House at George Washington Birthplace National Monument As part of our...
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Feuding Founders: The Lee Deane Conflict and the Political “Bloodbath” of 1778
FeaturedStratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VA, United StatesHow did a diplomatic dispute become one of the first political media storms in American history? Join us at Stratford Hall for a commemorative America 250 conversation on the aftermath...
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NNK250 Discovery Symposium: The American Experiment
FeaturedStratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VA, United StatesSunday, November 8, 2026 Join us for an evening keynote at Stratford Hall featuring a distinguished speaker (to be announced) exploring the meaning and legacy of the American experiment. Monday,...
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