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SUMMARY:English Country Dance Class in Culpeper
DESCRIPTION:Love the grace of Austen and the beauty of Bridgerton? Learn the dances\, etiquette\, and history of Old Virginia country social life. \nColonial to Romantic Era – English Country Dance Class \nStep back in time at The Stables of Mountain Run Winery and experience the elegance and charm of historical dances. Come as you are or dress in period attire while you twirl away to traditional tunes. \nThese classes will are perfect for beginner to seasoned dancer – all will be able to enjoy the evening at their pace. These lessons will prepare dancers for the 200th Anniversary of the Lafayette Ball in Culpeper August 23\, 2025. (1 year away!) \nDance Mistress Elaine Sturgeon of the Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society will be leading this class along with other experienced dancers. \nMountain Run Winery will have their bar open for guests to enjoy their small-batch\, distinctive\, high-quality wines\, ciders\, and meads. See their wine list here http://www.mountainrunwinery.com/wines/ \nThere are various balls and social events through the area that you can enjoy with these new skills\, many will be also commerating Lafayette’s 1824-1825 visit and celebrating America’s 250th. The nearest upcoming ball is scheduled for November 23\, 2024 in Frederickburg. \nNote – the Stables are not air-conditioned\, however they are open air with fans and a beautiful cross breeze. In the event of unsuitable weather we will relocation and provide ample notice to all attendees. \nThere is no food service on site; please enjoy dinner out before coming\, pack a meal or stop off at the Old County Store on the way. (No outside alcoholic is allowed) \n*Culpeper Minute Men is hosting this event for fun\, historical education AND to raise funds so that we are able to offer these classes to Culpeper area children and retirement communities without cost. Mountain Run Winery has been incredibility supportive of these events and our mission. All profits from ticket sales go to fund our initiatives! \nThese event and many others in the next year are made possible in part by a grant from VA250 Commission in partnership with Virginia Humanities \nAgenda \n7:00 PM – 7:30 PM – Socialize\, get your drinks and settle in \nThis is time for all attendees to park\, get drinks and enjoy socializing with fellow dancers. Dancing was the most common way to socialize within your community in county life. So getting to know your fellow dancer is a prefect way to celebrate history! \n7:30 PM – 9:00 PM – *Etiquette* DANCING begins – all in their places and ready to go! \nBy 7:30 pm\, dancers will have organized and are ready to begin dancing. After this time it will be difficult to include new dancers until there is a break so please arrive before 7:30 pm. Sometime around 8:15 pm we will break for dancers to refresh themselves. At the end of the evening there will be a little time for questions and announcements regarding upcoming classes and events.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/english-country-dance-class-in-culpeper/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Mountain Run Winery\, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture,Workshop
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SUMMARY:George Washington in Culpeper
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation by Jim Bish about George Washington’s Culpeper. Before George Washington gained American Independence and led America as our first President\, he had many connections to Culpeper County beginning with being chosen as our county’s first surveyor at the age of seventeen in 1749. Learn about the many connections Washington had with Culpeper County including those who he was related to and others who served alongside him in the French and Indian and Revolutionary Wars. Also\, learn about Washington’s close Culpeper family members who are also buried here. Washington’s connections to Culpeper likely started before becoming our county surveyor and lasted throughout his life. In addition\, copies of his book\, I Can’t Tell A Lie: Parson Weems and The Truth About George Washington’s Cherry Tree\, Prayer at Valley Forge\, and Other Anecdotes will be available for signing. \nThis program will be held at the museum. Space is limited so save your seat today and then pay at the door! Admission is $5 per person but Museum members get in FREE.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/george-washington-in-culpeper/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Culpeper
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Culpeper played an important role in supporting the revolutionary cause in Virginia and in the events that influenced American independence? Learn about the people\, places\, and events shaped by Culpeper’s patriots and see how these activities were written into the Declaration of Independence\, the Bill of Rights\, and other founding documents in this walking tour of downtown led by staff and volunteers of the Museum of Culpeper History. Stories include the Culpeper Minute Men\, religious liberty\, and western expansion.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/revolutionary-culpeper/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T190000
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SUMMARY:English Country Dance Class in Culpeper
DESCRIPTION:Love the grace of Austen and the beauty of Bridgerton? Learn the dances\, etiquette\, and history of Old Virginia country social life. \nColonial to Romantic Era – English Country Dance Class \nStep back in time at The Stables of Mountain Run Winery and experience the elegance and charm of historical dances. Come as you are or dress in period attire while you twirl away to traditional tunes. \nThese classes will are perfect for beginner to seasoned dancer – all will be able to enjoy the evening at their pace. These lessons will prepare dancers for the 200th Anniversary of the Lafayette Ball in Culpeper August 23\, 2025. (1 year away!) \nDance Mistress Elaine Sturgeon of the Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society will be leading this class along with other experienced dancers. \nMountain Run Winery will have their bar open for guests to enjoy their small-batch\, distinctive\, high-quality wines\, ciders\, and meads. See their wine list here http://www.mountainrunwinery.com/wines/ \nThere are various balls and social events through the area that you can enjoy with these new skills\, many will be also commerating Lafayette’s 1824-1825 visit and celebrating America’s 250th. The nearest upcoming ball is scheduled for November 23\, 2024 in Frederickburg. \nNote – the Stables are not air-conditioned\, however they are open air with fans and a beautiful cross breeze. In the event of unsuitable weather we will relocation and provide ample notice to all attendees. \nThere is no food service on site; please enjoy dinner out before coming\, pack a meal or stop off at the Old County Store on the way. (No outside alcoholic is allowed) \n*Culpeper Minute Men is hosting this event for fun\, historical education AND to raise funds so that we are able to offer these classes to Culpeper area children and retirement communities without cost. Mountain Run Winery has been incredibility supportive of these events and our mission. All profits from ticket sales go to fund our initiatives! \nThese event and many others in the next year are made possible in part by a grant from VA250 Commission in partnership with Virginia Humanities \nAgenda \n7:00 PM – 7:30 PM – Socialize\, get your drinks and settle in \nThis is time for all attendees to park\, get drinks and enjoy socializing with fellow dancers. Dancing was the most common way to socialize within your community in county life. So getting to know your fellow dancer is a prefect way to celebrate history! \n7:30 PM – 9:00 PM – *Etiquette* DANCING begins – all in their places and ready to go! \nBy 7:30 pm\, dancers will have organized and are ready to begin dancing. After this time it will be difficult to include new dancers until there is a break so please arrive before 7:30 pm. Sometime around 8:15 pm we will break for dancers to refresh themselves. At the end of the evening there will be a little time for questions and announcements regarding upcoming classes and events.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/english-country-dance-class-in-culpeper/2024-09-19/
LOCATION:Mountain Run Winery\, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Little Fork Church Festival History Talks
DESCRIPTION:Schedule of History Talks: \n10:30 am ~ Bob Lee Introduction to Little Fork Church History 1776 – Little Fork Preservation Foundation \n11:00 am ~ Eric Larsen\, Historic Germanna\, Archaeology and Indigenous People of the Little Fork Area \n12:00 pm ~ The Johnsons\, Colonial Music in Costume \n1:30 pm ~ Bishop Ted & Rev. Jenks Hobson: History of the Episcopal Church in this Area & Connections with their Families \n2:00 pm ~ Andrew Gutowski “Revolutionary War in Culpeper” \n3:00 pm – All Ages History Inspired Scavenger Hunt \n4:30 pm ~ William Schwetke “Great Bridge”
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/little-fork-church-festival-history-talks/
LOCATION:Little Fork Episcopal Church\, 16461 Oak Shade Road\, Rixeyville\, VA\, 22737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Festival,History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240926T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240926T111500
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SUMMARY:Elementary Explorers at the Museum: The 4 Seasons!
DESCRIPTION:Did you know the seasons played a role in the survival of Culpeper? Join us this month as we learn about the 4 seasons and their importance to farmers who have planted this land for centuries. Participants will explore the differences between the seasons and what happens on a farm during each one. They will create a seasonal picture to take home. \nSpace is limited\, so please register in advance! For more information\, visit www.culpepermuseum.com\, contact the museum at education@culpepermuseum.com\, or call 540-829-1749.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/elementary-explorers-at-the-museum-the-4-seasons/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,History and Culture,Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Cedar Mountain 5K and 10K Rally
DESCRIPTION:Participate either in a 5K or 10K race on the scenic Cedar Mountain Battlefield. Host by Bishop’s Events.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/the-cedar-mountain-5k-and-10k-rally/
LOCATION:Cedar Mountain Battlefield\, 9465 General Winder Road\, Rapidan\, VA\, 22733
CATEGORIES:Community Event,History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Mountain Battlefield Foundation":MAILTO:info@friendsofcedarmountain.org
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