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SUMMARY:Culpeper Minute Men: Icons of Independence
DESCRIPTION:The Culpeper Minute Men was organized in the fall of 1775in response to Governor Patrick Henry’s call for the Virginia militia to protect the capital at Williamsburg. Their uniform consisted of hunting shirts bearing the words “Liberty or Death” and a distinctive rattlesnake flag stating both “Liberty or Death” and “Don’t Tread On Me.” \n“That flag\, and the message it conveyed\, really ensured the place of the minute men in popular memory\,” said John Christiansen\, the museum’s executive director. “That phrasing will be revived over and over for the next 250 years. It was in the minds of the men who joined the reborn Culpeper Minute Men during the Civil War in what they considered to be another American Revolution. And the sons and grandsons of those Civil War veterans carried on that legacy into what would eventually become Culpeper’s National Guard company.” \nChristiansen explains that newspaper articles from the 1880s and into the early 20th century describe current members of the unit as all “direct descendants” of the original minute men. A short history and description of the flag – one of the first used by the patriot cause – is almost always included. \nCulpeper continued to host Virginia and National Reserve units after World War I\, but their identity as the “Culpeper Minute Men” eventually faded away. Older veterans created the Culpeper Minute Men Association to keep the memory alive locally\, but the minute men were becoming part of national culture. \n“America’s Bicentennial in 1976 saw an explosion of Revolutionary War commemorative items\, and the Culpeper Minute Men are featured in their fair share of plates\, postcards\, coloring books\, trading cards\, tumblers\, and more\,” said Christiansen. “The earliest example we have is a small pewter tray dated to the 1880s and made by a Culpeper jeweler\, probably for one of the Civil War veterans.” \nToday\, the Culpeper Minute Men are featured in the seals of Culpeper County and the Town of Culpeper\, and their name is invoked in local businesses and clubs. “And don’t forget the Virginia license plate design\,” says Christiansen \nThe exhibit will be on display through 2026. It is part of a series of events Culpeper County has prepared as part of the Virginia 250 commemorative programming. \n    
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/culpeper-minute-men-icons-of-independence/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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SUMMARY:Art @ The Vineyard - Chee Kludt Ricketts
DESCRIPTION:Revalation Vineyards is thrilled to feature artist Chee Kludt Ricketts in our tasting rooms for March and April. Chee enjoys exhibiting her watercolors and acrylics whenever possible. Her work has been featured in solo exhibitions at This Century Gallery in Williamsburg\, Blue Skies Gallery in Hampton\, and the Purcell Gallery of the Louisa Arts Center. She is a Signature Member of the Virginia Watercolor Society\, where she has received four awards. Locally\, she is a member of the Firnew Farm Artists’ Circle in Hood and the Art Guild of Greene. \nChee’s paintings hang in numerous public and private collections nationwide\, including the International Storytelling Festival Visitors’ Center in Jonesboro\, TN\, Augusta Health System\, Rockingham Regional Medical Center\, UVA Health System\, Ferguson Enterprises Headquarters in Newport News\, the City of Hampton\, and Thomas Nelson Community College\, Hampton\, VA. \nA native of Camden\, South Carolina\, and a graduate of Agnes Scott College in Decatur\, GA\, Chee earned credit in additional classes and graduate courses at The College of William and Mary\, Old Dominion University\, Christopher Newport University\, La Salle University\, and Thomas Nelson Community College\, and has studied with nationally recognized artists. She feels\, however\, that practice is the best teacher; therefore\, she devotes as much time as possible to working in her Greene County studio\, or en plein air on the hills surrounding her farm.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/art-the-vineyard-chee-kludt-ricketts/
LOCATION:Revalation Vineyards\, 2710 Hebron Valley Road\, Madison\, 22727
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Siegen Forest Bluebell Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through the Virginia Bluebells and other spring ephemerals on Saturday April 4\, 11\, and 18 at 10am with Virginia Master Naturalist John Bryan. Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are native wildflowers that are ephemeral. They emerge in early spring and after blooming\, disappear without a trace until the following spring. Bluebells spread through rhizomes and self seeding\, and prefer moist shady habitats like forested floodplains along rivers and streams. They first emerge as purple foliage which turns to bright green as purple buds unfurl into the unmistakable blue flowers that carpet the forest for several weeks. \nWe will be searching for other signs of spring along the way\, covering approximately 3 miles. Meet at the Historic Germanna Visitor Center. Our walk along the Rapidan River is followed by a moderate climb to a rock outcropping that provides an excellent view of the Rapidan River and surrounding forest. From there\, participants will retrace their steps along the river. \nThese walks are free but registration is required as space is limited. Select your desired date below. \nApril 4: https://secure.everyaction.com/T5_oW4dr9UGR0rIxfSi-vA2\nApril 11: https://secure.everyaction.com/WpiutwabNUWYUp7BQO1PsQ2\nApril 18: https://secure.everyaction.com/THirHIYliUyofaVYZeowug2
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/siegen-forest-bluebell-walks/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,Seasonal
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SUMMARY:Downtown Culpeper History Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the story of Culpeper on this 75-minute guided walking tour through its historic downtown. From Native lands and early settlement to the Revolution and Civil War\, discover how this small town became a key crossroads in American history.\nThis story-driven experience brings the past to life through the people\, places\, and moments that shaped Culpeper—while uncovering hidden stories and overlooked history you won’t find on your own. Perfect for visitors and locals alike.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/downtown-culpeper-history-walking-tour/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:111 Commerce St\, Culpeper\, VA 22701\, 111 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,History and Culture
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