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  • Virginia Resolved

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    Stratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VA, United States

    Commemorate the 250th anniversary of Richard Henry Lee’s Resolution for Independence with Stratford Hall, Westmoreland County, and VA250! Plan for a weekend of revolutionary activity: https://tickets.stratfordhall.org/section/virginia-resolved-ed8k  Saturday, June 6  10:00 AM – 5:00 PM The Great House, Grounds and Visitor Center will be open for regular admission, with the inclusion of the VA250 mobile museum.  5:00 – 7:30 PM Country dinner...

  • Fleece to Fabric: Exploring Early American Fiber and Textile Art

    James Monroe Birthplace and Boyhood Home 4460 Monroe Highway, Colonial Beach, VA

    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.

    FREE

  • Hannah Lee Corbin, Widow

    Colonial Beach Playhouse 108 Hawthorn Street, Colonial Beach, VA, 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.

    $20 – $22

  • Washington’s Call to Command

    George Washington Birthplace National Monument 1732 Popes Creek Road, Colonial Beach, VA, United States

    Commemorate the moment Washington accepted his call to command at George Washington Birthplace National Monument on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21. Join us for Washington’s Call to Command as we commemorate the 251st anniversary of George Washington’s appointment as the first Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. This two‑day program opens at...

    Free

  • Hands-On History Day at Historic Christ Church & Museum

    Historic Christ Church 420 Christ Church Road, Weems, VA, United States

    Step back in time with this exciting program in colonial Virginia history. Make a brick by hand, write with a quill pen, make a grave rubbing, play colonial games, create a silhouette portrait, build a brick wall and more. Enjoy a pizza party for lunch and take home a souvenir bookmark, Museum Activity Book, and...

    Free

  • Foundation Celebration

    Westmoreland State Park 145 Cliff Road, Montross

    Westmoreland Park is turning 90! In addition to America celebrating its 250th anniversary this summer, Westmoreland is celebrating 90 years of being a Virginia state park. We would like to invite YOU to join us in celebrating these important milestones and learn more about the rich history of the Northern Neck while you're here! There...

    Standard Parking fees apply

  • Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence

    Historic Christ Church 420 Christ Church Road, Weems, VA, United States

    Patriotic celebration and reading of the Declaration of Independence inside Historic Christ Church. With the Cobbs Hall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Richard Henry Lee Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.

    Free

  • 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 States

    On 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 Kerry González will present “Buried in the Back: Recent Research at George Washington Birthplace National Monument,” highlighting evidence that is reshaping our understanding of this...

    Free

  • “A Perfect Frenzy”

    Historic Christ Church 420 Christ Church Road, Weems, VA, United States

    Author 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 author and book signing. Tickets required.

    $50

  • Junior Ranger Day at George Washington’s Birthplace

    Celebrate the end of summer by getting outdoors at George Washington Birthplace National Monument during Junior Ranger Day! On August 22nd, join us from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for the fourth annual Colonial Games Tournament, where you can compete with friends and family in the kinds of games young George Washington might have played....

    Free