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A new exhibit in the Museum of Culpeper History examines the course of the independence movement in Culpeper County prior to the Revolutionary War. American resistance to British rule stiffened when Parliament enacted a series of taxes on the American colonies to help cover the expenses of the Seven Years War with France. Colonists objected... Read more »
Join us as we learn all about the weather. Participants will get to go on a weather-related scavenger hunt as well as make a suncatcher wind chime to take home.
The new Greenlee Tavern at Mountain Run Winery provides a friendly, warm stopping place for travelers along Virginia's Blue Ridge and for our local Culpeper friends and residents. 250 years ago, a Greenlee Tavern along the James River in Rockbridge County offered bare accommodations and perhaps a strong beverage to the pioneering inhabitants of the... Read more »
Join us for a lively discussion featuring "Starling House" by Alix E. Harrow. Guests are welcome to arrive early for a glass of wine or verjus!
The Museum of Culpeper History partners with the African American Heritage Alliance for a panel discussion on the roles African Americans played in the community. The panel will focus on the areas of agriculture, civic engagement and education, spotlighting at least one individual in each of these categories.
Join us for a night of laughter, where comedians will tickle your funny bone with their witty jokes and hilarious anecdotes. Perfect a date night to celebrate V-Day or a fun night out with the friends, so grab your pals and come on down to The Sangria Bowl for an unforgettable evening of laughter and... Read more »
Culpeper Downtown Carnival – an all-day Mardi Gras celebration in the heart of Downtown Culpeper – Saturday, February 24, 2024 Laissez les bon temps rouler! On Saturday, February 24, 2024, join the excitement of Mardi Gras in Downtown Culpeper, Virginia! Fun for the entire family, while exploring historic Downtown Culpeper enjoy live music, street performers,... Read more »
The Caboose will be open and decorated like a Mardi Gras float as part of CRI's Carnival celebration. There will also be a king craft and fun trivia in the museum.
“Elementary Explorers” is the museum’s brand NEW interactive series of children’s programming that brings fun facts, objects, and activities out of the past and to life! The series, targeted at ages 5-9, will be held monthly. Each month will feature a different activity and craft inspired by local history.
Join Historic Germanna Education Manager Shannon Doherty for our first Evening with Germanna of this year! On Thursday, February 29 (yes, it is a leap year!) at 7pm ET on Zoom, Shannon will explore the fascinating yet often untold story of slavery, emancipation, and the Union Army in Culpeper County during the Civil War. When... Read more »
Help us kick off Women's History Month with the release of Hancock's Hefeweizen, entirely brewed by women. Hancock's Hefeweizen is named after Civil War Union nurse, Cornelia Hancock who served in Brandy Station. Hancock notably experimented with hops and yeast for medicinal purposes. Hancock is one of many unsung heroes of the Civil War, having... Read more »
Join us for a benefit for the Literacy Council of Madison County! Mollie Cox Bryan will present her book The Lace Window. Hundred Acre Books will have some copies available for purchase. Guests are welcome to arrive early for a glass of wine or verjus before the event begins.
