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.” “That... Read more »
The Carver 4-County Museum will be featuring a new exhibit honoring prolific writer, John Mercer Langston Hughes, born February 1, 1901, in Joplin, Missouri. He passed away in New York on May 22, 1967. In 1936, he wrote the poem, "Let America Be America Again," which is the foundation for our new exhibit, "Liberty, Labor... Read more »
The American Friends of Lafayette’s six-banner traveling exhibit tells the important stories of Lafayette’s life and legacy, including his participation in the American Revolution, his critical role in cementing the Franco-American Alliance, his lifelong passion for human rights, including the abolition of slavery, support for women's rights and women authors, religious tolerance, and support for... Read more »
Join us on Tuesday, September 2, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! Many of us are aware that food and gasoline were rationed in the United States during World War II, but did you know that bicycles and typewriters were rationed, too? American industry shifted from consumer to wartime production for... Read more »
Celebrate Constitution Day at James Madison’s Montpelier, Saturday, September 20, 2025. Step into history and honor the legacy of America’s founding principles in the very place they were shaped. This year’s Constitution Day celebration promises a full day of discovery, inspiration, and family fun set against the backdrop of James Madison’s beloved home. Whether you’re... Read more »
Drop by Historic Salubria any time between 11:00am and 3:00pm on Sept. 29th for an informal afternoon of art and community. Explore the 18th century house and grounds, and be inspired to create art of your own! Limited art supplies, including paper, pencils, and paint, will be provided, but if you have favorite art supplies... Read more »
Join us on Tuesday, September 30, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! Bestselling Historian Peter Stark joins the Museum of Culpeper History to discuss his book YOUNG WASHINGTON: How Wilderness and War Forged America’s Founding Father. By weaving together Washington’s harrowing wilderness adventures and a broader historical context, Peter Stark celebrates... Read more »
Step Into the Shadows of Salubria On Friday, October 3, Historic Germanna invites you to experience Salubria After Dark—our spine-tingling, after-hours Halloween tradition. As twilight falls, the 18th-century plantation house comes alive in the flicker of candles, lanterns, and glowing jack-o’-lanterns. Dare to cross the threshold of one of Culpeper County’s oldest mansions and immerse... Read more »