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SUMMARY:"We Declare" Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:We Declare . . .\nthat under the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the U. S. Declaration of Independence\, we are free and independent. \nThis exhibit is an exploration of natural rights and 27 grievances that led colonists to say\, “ENOUGH” in 1776 to a tyrant. \nExamining the context of the times\, the exhibit compares those 27 grievances to 2025\, and asks\, “Am I Giving Up My Freedom and Independence to Tyranny?” \n​Open NOW through July 11\, 2026 – Open Friday’s 11:00 am – 4:00 pm and by appointment by calling C. Carpenter at (540) 270-3891.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/we-declare-exhibit/2025-10-24/
LOCATION:Carver 4-County Museum\, 9432 James Madison Hwy\, Rapidan\, VA\, 22733\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T090000
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SUMMARY:The Road to Freedom Started Here: Orange County’s "Culpeper Minutemen" Leaders Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:This “Minutemen” Orange County Leaders tour will visit many of the most important historic homes and homesites\, while hearing important detailed stories of Orange County’s “Minutemen” leaders along the way. The Culpeper Minute Battalion was like no other\, as they were the only Minute Battalion in Virginia to fully form and then respond quickly and efficiently in a moment of critical need for Virginia. Culpeper District’s quick actions helped liberate Virginia from British rule by 1776 thus aided in saving the Revolution. \nVirginia historian Jim Bish and Battles of Hampton and Great Bridge military historian Pat Hannum will lead the tour. The Orange and Madison Counties Tour of Culpeper Minutemen Leaders will leave the Museum of Culpeper History by 9:00 am and will drive by the Lawrence Taliaferro’s Rose Hill home to learn about the Taliaferro and Spencer family. We will then visit the Taylor Family Bloomsbury homesite. The Taylor family of Bloomsbury connects Culpeper Minutemen Ambrose Madison\, Garland Burnley\, Charles Taylor\, Richard Taylor and Burgess James Taylor. After leaving Bloomsbury we will eat lunch at the Main Street Tavern in Madison (Lunch is on your own) before driving to private home of Minuteman Ambrose Madison’s Woodley. After Woodley we will drive to Madison’s Montpelier as Minutemen Ambrose Madison is buried in the cemetery. After leaving Montpelier we plan on visiting the homesites in Madison County of Capt. Abraham Buford and stop by Hebron Church before heading back to the Museum of Culpeper History. \nThe minutemen leaders from Orange County comprised unprecedented leadership including a brother to future President James Madison and a father to President Zachary Taylor. Other Orange County Minutemen include close cousins of Virginia’s most influential political leaders of the day\, including Speakers of Virginia’s House of Burgesses\, John Robinson\, and Edmund Pendleton (First and Second Continental Congress and Presiding Officer of the Virginia Conventions from July 1775-July 1776)\, and a close relationship with General and Virginia Governor Thomas Nelson. \nDon’t miss the chance to visit the homes and homesites and to learn about Orange County’s heroes of 250 years ago by signing up for the “The Road to Freedom Started Here: Orange County’s Minutemen Leaders Tour on Thursday October 23\, 2025. The tour will start at 9am from the Museum of Culpeper History in Culpeper at 113 S. Commerce St\, Culpeper and return by 4:30 pm. The cost for the all-day tour is $50 with lunch at the Main Street Tavern in Orange (Pay on your own) as we will be visiting both public and private historic sites associated with Orange County Minutemen Leaders. Don’t miss this only opportunity to learn about Orange County’s leaders who helped to create America.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/the-road-to-freedom-started-here-orange-countys-culpeper-minutemen-leaders-bus-tour/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
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SUMMARY:The Road to Freedom Started Here: Fauquier County’s ‘Culpeper Minutemen’ Leaders Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:This “Minutemen” Fauquier County Leaders Tour will visit many of the most important historic homes and homesites\, while hearing important detailed stories of Fauquier County’s “Minutemen” leaders along the way. The Culpeper Minute Battalion was like no other\, as they were the only Minute Battalion in Virginia to fully form and then respond quickly and efficiently in a moment of critical need for Virginia. \nVirginia historian Jim Bish and Battles of Hampton and Great Bridge military historian Pat Hannum will lead the tour. This Fauquier County Minutemen Leaders Tour will visit the Historic Elk Run Church site in telling the story of the important Keith-Randolph-and Marshall families. Five immediate family members\, including the Marshall and Keith families\, served significant leadership roles in the Culpeper Minute Battalion including Thomas Marshall and his son\, John Marshall\, who later served as the longest serving Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court in history. After leaving Elk Run we will visit the homesite of Major Thomas Marshall and birthplace of Chief Justice John Marshall. We will then drive to Warrenton to visit the Martin Pickett’s “Paradise” home in telling about the important Pickett Family. After having lunch at O’Brien’s Irish Pub in Warrenton (Lunch is on your own) we will have a drive by visit to the Blackwell Family Cemetery. The Blackwell Family was the most important family in Fauquier County at the time and which many family relationships involve Culpeper Minutemen leaders. We will then head to see the rarely visited Major Thomas Marshall’s home called “The Hollow” near Markham where the Marshall family\, including son John Marshall\, lived from 1765-1773. We will then visit the Marshall home of “Oak Hill” where both Thomas and John Marshall were living when they went to join the Culpeper Minute Battalion in September 1775. The tour will continue by heading back towards Culpeper visiting along the route Capt. John Chilton’s Rock Spring homesite and Capt. James Scott’s Clearmont homesite before returning to the Museum of Culpeper History. \nThe Minutemen leaders from Fauquier County comprised unprecedented leadership\, including future U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall and his father\, Thomas Marshall. Other Fauquier County Minutemen were closely related to some of Virginia’s most influential political leaders of the day\, including John Randolph\, Peyton Randolph (selected to preside over both the First and Second Continental Congress)\, Edmund Randolph (first U.S. Attorney General)\, and future U.S. President Thomas Jefferson. Fauquier minutemen were ancestors to later American heroes\, Lieutenant Presley O’Bannon (Marine Corps in Tripoli)\, CSA General George Pickett (Gettysburg)\, and General George Marshall (World War II). \nDon’t miss the chance to visit the homes and homesites and to learn about Fauquier County’s heroes of 250 years ago by signing up for this one-time “The Road to Freedom Started Here: Fauquier County Minutemen Leaders Tour” on Wednesday\, October 22\, 2025. The tour will start at 9:00 a.m. from the Museum of Culpeper History\, located at 113 S. Commerce St\, Culpeper\, and return by 4:30 p.m. The cost for the all-day tour is $50 with lunch at the O’Brien’s Irish Pub in Warrenton (Pay on your own)\, as we will be visiting both public and private historic sites associated with Fauquier County Minutemen Leaders. Don’t miss this only opportunity to learn about Fauquier County’s leaders who helped to create America.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/the-road-to-freedom-started-here-fauquier-countys-culpeper-minutemen-leaders-bus-tour/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251019T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T230000
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SUMMARY:Culpeper Baptist Church Celebrates History Week with a Focus on Religious Liberty
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that eleven Baptist preachers were imprisoned in Culpeper during the 1760s and 1770s simply for preaching without a license?  Did you know one of those preachers invented American bourbon or did you know another one joined the Culpeper Minutemen to fight in the American Revolution?  Or that John Leland\, the second pastor of Culpeper Baptist Church\, played a pivotal role in influencing James Madison to ensure that religious liberty was included in the newly drafted U.S. Constitution? \nThis year\, Culpeper Baptist Church will join in celebrating Culpeper History Week by sharing the remarkable story of religious freedom and the town’s significant contribution to this foundational American principle. \nPastor Dan Carlton will speak on\, “Culpeper’s Lock and Key: Rekindling the Story of Religious Liberty to Shape Us Today.”  In this message\, the church will reflect on how the courage and conviction of early Baptists continue to inspire our community and guide our understanding of religious liberty today. \nIf you live in Culpeper\, this is a story you’ll want to know!  Worship services will be held at 8:00 a.m. in Courtyard Commons and 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary.  All are welcome to attend\, learn\, and be inspired by the story of Culpeper’s role in securing religious liberty for generations to come.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/culpeper-baptist-church-celebrates-history-week-with-a-focus-on-religious-liberty/
LOCATION:Culpeper Baptist Church\, 318 S West St.\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T160000
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SUMMARY:Salubria Oktoberfest History Faire
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive day of history\, fun\, and community at Salubria\, where the scenic grounds transform into a lively celebration of Virginia’s past and present. \nThis inaugural event launches Culpeper’s 250th History Week as part of the county’s VA250 commemorations. \nWhat to Expect: \nHistorical reenactors and living history demonstrations\nTraditional crafts and trades\nRegional music\nLocal food\, beer\, and cider\nHands-on games and activities for all ages\nArts and Cultural organization tables
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/salubria-oktoberfest-history-faire/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,History and Culture,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Germanna":MAILTO:info@germanna.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
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SUMMARY:Culpeper Minutemen History Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 250th Anniversary of the Culpeper Battalion\, a diverse force of volunteers who committed their families\, their fortunes\, and their lives to support the common cause of INDEPENDENCE.     \nEnjoy walking and driving tours\, lectures\, living history\, hands on family friendly activities and more. \nThis is a multi-day event.  Please visit https://culpeperva250.com/events/ for event specifics. \n 
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/culpeper-minutemen-history-week/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Culpeper Minute Men":MAILTO:Info@CulpeperMinuteMen.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250902T111535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T111535Z
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SUMMARY:Patriot's Pursuit of Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Test your knowledge of Culpeper History\, Colonial Times\, and the American Revolution!
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/patriots-pursuit-of-trivia/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251017T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T170000
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SUMMARY:"We Declare" Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:We Declare . . .\nthat under the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the U. S. Declaration of Independence\, we are free and independent. \nThis exhibit is an exploration of natural rights and 27 grievances that led colonists to say\, “ENOUGH” in 1776 to a tyrant. \nExamining the context of the times\, the exhibit compares those 27 grievances to 2025\, and asks\, “Am I Giving Up My Freedom and Independence to Tyranny?” \n​Open NOW through July 11\, 2026 – Open Friday’s 11:00 am – 4:00 pm and by appointment by calling C. Carpenter at (540) 270-3891.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/we-declare-exhibit/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Carver 4-County Museum\, 9432 James Madison Hwy\, Rapidan\, VA\, 22733\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
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SUMMARY:Culpeper Air Fest
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, the skies over Culpeper County will roar with the thunder of historic and high-performance aircraft this October 11th\, along with an expanded program that promises fun for the whole family. Free again to the public this year\, the show will thrill with heart-stopping stunts and precision flying performed by historically significant aircraft by some of the nation’s best pilots. With a week of spectacular aviation events planned\, we are sure that you too will be bitten by the “aviation bug.”
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/culpeper-air-fest-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,Festival,History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T170000
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SUMMARY:"We Declare" Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:We Declare . . .\nthat under the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the U. S. Declaration of Independence\, we are free and independent. \nThis exhibit is an exploration of natural rights and 27 grievances that led colonists to say\, “ENOUGH” in 1776 to a tyrant. \nExamining the context of the times\, the exhibit compares those 27 grievances to 2025\, and asks\, “Am I Giving Up My Freedom and Independence to Tyranny?” \n​Open NOW through July 11\, 2026 – Open Friday’s 11:00 am – 4:00 pm and by appointment by calling C. Carpenter at (540) 270-3891.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/we-declare-exhibit/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:Carver 4-County Museum\, 9432 James Madison Hwy\, Rapidan\, VA\, 22733\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T220000
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SUMMARY:Salubria After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Step Into the Shadows of Salubria \nOn Friday\, October 3\, Historic Germanna invites you to experience Salubria After Dark—our spine-tingling\, after-hours Halloween tradition. \nAs 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 yourself in myths\, legends\, and ghostly lore that have haunted Salubria for over 250 years. \nGuided by costumed interpreters\, you’ll wander shadowed halls and hear macabre tales that blur the line between fact and fable. From chilling whispers of the past to eerie echoes that linger still\, every story adds another layer to Salubria’s enduring mystery. \nTours begin on the hour—6:00\, 7:00\, 8:00\, and 9:00 PM. \nTickets are $20 per person and must be purchased in advance. \n⚠️ Due to mature themes\, recommended for ages 12 and up. \nDon’t miss one of Historic Germanna’s most popular events of the year—your only chance to explore Salubria’s storied halls after dark. Tickets vanish quickly… secure yours now\, if you dare. \n**When you checkout\, you will be asked if you’d like to help cover fundraising costs. That is a contribution to BetterWorld\, the fundraising platform\, so that they can remain free for organizations like ours. You can opt-out if you’d like\, by clicking the question mark (?) and clicking where it says “here”.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/salubria-after-dark/
LOCATION:Historic Germanna\, 2062 Germanna Highway\, Locust Grove\, VA\, 22508\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture,Seasonal
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Germanna":MAILTO:info@germanna.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250930T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250930T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
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SUMMARY:Lecture Series - George Washington’s Rocky Path Toward Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, September 30\, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! \nBestselling 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 the impending 250th Anniversary of our country by offering new insights into the dramatic years that shaped the man who shaped a nation. Copies of his book will be available for purchase before and after the lecture. \nThis program will be held at the museum. Space is limited\, so get your ticket today! Admission is $5 per person\, but Museum members get in FREE.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/lecture-series-george-washingtons-rocky-path-toward-leadership/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250929T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250929T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250915T122315Z
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SUMMARY:Salubria Art Day
DESCRIPTION: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 of your own\, bring them! \nA suggested donation of $10 per adult\, $5 per child\, is recommended. Registration is encouraged\, but not required. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, the event will be cancelled.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/salubria-art-day-2/
LOCATION:Salubria\, 19173 Salubria Lane\, Stevensburg\, VA\, 22741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Germanna":MAILTO:info@germanna.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250902T110703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T110703Z
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SUMMARY:Constitution Day at Montpelier!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Constitution Day at James Madison’s Montpelier\, Saturday\, September 20\, 2025. \nStep 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 a history buff\, a curious explorer\, or looking for a meaningful weekend outing—Montpelier has something for everyone! \nHighlights of the Day (Included with Admission): 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Explore\, Learn\, Have Fun \nWander Freely through the historic House\, picturesque gardens\, and scenic grounds.\nKick off your adventure with a Montpelier Passport—stamp your way through interactive stations tied to the U.S. Constitution and claim a special souvenir at day’s end!\nConnect with Montpelier Descendant Community (MDC) and local community partners and discover how today’s organizations reflect enduring civic values.\nKids will love the Hands-On History Corner—a vibrant space packed with crafts\, games\, and storytelling.\nDive deep into the acclaimed Mere Distinction of Colour exhibition\, unpacking the legacy of slavery and the fight for liberty.\nCome and get a tour of the Revolutionary War Blacksmith shop (by the Temple) and see Moses’ blacksmithing artifacts in person! See expertise that supported the Rev War! \n11:00AM – 2:00PM – Barbeque Exchange will have a limited menu for purchase in the Visitor Center cafe – more details coming soon. \n11:30 AM & 1:30 PM | Enslaved Community Tour – Join this powerful guided experience to explore the paradox of freedom and slavery in America’s founding. Walk the grounds where enslaved individuals lived and labored\, and hear their stories—central to Montpelier’s history and America’s journey. \n2:00 PM | Three Friends: Reflections on the Revolution “How did you spend your Revolution?” – Don’t miss this extraordinary moment: James Madison\, Thomas Jefferson\, and James Monroe reunite for a riveting\, moderated conversation about their personal and political paths during the American Revolution. Staged in the Grand Salon of the DuPont Gallery\, this free public program brings history to life—literally! Portrayed by acclaimed interpreters John Douglas Hall\, Bill Barker\, and Jay Harrison III. Seating is limited— advance registration strongly encouraged.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/constitution-day-at-montpelier/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Highway\, Montpelier Station\, V\, 22957\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250902T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
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SUMMARY:How Culpeper (and the Country) Survived World War II: Rationing and the Home Front 1941-45
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, September 2\, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! \nMany 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 the war effort\, limiting Americans’ ability to purchase appliances\, automobiles\, and a number of otherwise common consumer goods. Ration stamps and books were printed to ensure that goods were equitably distributed for Americans to survive\, while also supplying the armed forces who were fighting on two fronts\, thousands of miles away. Local collector\, author\, and historian Matt DiPalma will showcase a selection of his original World War II ephemera\, documents\, ration cards\, and ration books\, and explain what made rationing different in Culpeper and the U.S.\, compared to other nations during the war. \nThis program will be held at the museum. Space is limited\, so get your ticket today! Admission is $5 per person\, but Museum members get in FREE.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/how-culpeper-and-the-country-survived-world-war-ii-rationing-and-the-home-front-1941-45/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250824T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250326T113347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T113347Z
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SUMMARY:1st Annual Colonial Allies Challenge Cup - US v FR Military Polo Championship
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Allies Polo Tournament – \nChampionship at Liberty Hall Polo Club \nSunday\, August 24 11-4 pm \nFirst Annual International Military Tournament to celebrate America’s first Allies.  French and US Armed Forces will combined forced again to compete in this friends but competitive games.  Games will be played in Middleburg\, little Washington and Brandy Station VA \nTickets coming soon!
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/1st-annual-colonial-allies-challenge-cup-us-v-fr-military-polo-championship/
LOCATION:Liberty Hall\, 18255 Plantation Loop\, Brandy Station\, VA\, 22714\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liberty Hall":MAILTO:Info@LibertyHallVA.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250823T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250823T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250515T163517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T163517Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Lafayette Ball at Mountain Run Winery
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy English Country Dancing with a experienced caller and a live quartet in the vineyards of Mountain Run.  Enjoy hand-crafted wine\, cider\, beer and refreshments – a true country delight! \nPeriod costumes (1775-1825) or Modern Formal \nEnchance your evening and memories with VIP package – Tickets coming soon!!
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/grand-lafayette-ball-at-mountain-run-winery/
LOCATION:Mountain Run Winery\, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Culpeper Minute Men":MAILTO:Info@CulpeperMinuteMen.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250617T135847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T135847Z
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SUMMARY:Salute to Lafayette
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date.  More details to come!
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/salute-to-lafayette/
LOCATION:Jeffersonton Community Center\, 5073 Jeffersonton Rd\, Jeffersonton\, VA\, 22724\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,History and Culture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20241114T161413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T161413Z
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SUMMARY:Lafayette's Bicentennial Weekend in Culpeper August 22-24\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about this weekend and all events here.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/lafayettes-bicentennial-tour-a-weekend-in-culpeper/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Friendly,History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Culpeper Minute Men":MAILTO:Info@CulpeperMinuteMen.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250821T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250603T141327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T141327Z
UID:10000810-1755770400-1755806400@visitculpeperva.com
SUMMARY:VA250 Mobile Museum
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the VA250 Mobile Museum visit to Culpeper. \nA hands-on\, interactive\, and immersive “museum on wheels\,” the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled “Out of Many\, One” is housed in a quad-expandable tractor trailer that is traveling throughout Virginia and beyond. The mobile museum brings key stories of Virginia’s rich history to schools\, museums\, local events\, fairs\, and more\, highlighting every region of the state.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/va250-mobile-museum/2025-08-21/
LOCATION:Heritage Park\, 111 S. Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250820T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250820T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250603T141327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T141327Z
UID:10000809-1755684000-1755712800@visitculpeperva.com
SUMMARY:VA250 Mobile Museum
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the VA250 Mobile Museum visit to Culpeper. \nA hands-on\, interactive\, and immersive “museum on wheels\,” the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled “Out of Many\, One” is housed in a quad-expandable tractor trailer that is traveling throughout Virginia and beyond. The mobile museum brings key stories of Virginia’s rich history to schools\, museums\, local events\, fairs\, and more\, highlighting every region of the state.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/va250-mobile-museum/2025-08-20/
LOCATION:Heritage Park\, 111 S. Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250819T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250819T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250603T141327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T141327Z
UID:10000808-1755597600-1755626400@visitculpeperva.com
SUMMARY:VA250 Mobile Museum
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the VA250 Mobile Museum visit to Culpeper. \nA hands-on\, interactive\, and immersive “museum on wheels\,” the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled “Out of Many\, One” is housed in a quad-expandable tractor trailer that is traveling throughout Virginia and beyond. The mobile museum brings key stories of Virginia’s rich history to schools\, museums\, local events\, fairs\, and more\, highlighting every region of the state.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/va250-mobile-museum/2025-08-19/
LOCATION:Heritage Park\, 111 S. Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250818T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250818T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250603T141327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T141327Z
UID:10000807-1755511200-1755540000@visitculpeperva.com
SUMMARY:VA250 Mobile Museum
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the VA250 Mobile Museum visit to Culpeper. \nA hands-on\, interactive\, and immersive “museum on wheels\,” the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled “Out of Many\, One” is housed in a quad-expandable tractor trailer that is traveling throughout Virginia and beyond. The mobile museum brings key stories of Virginia’s rich history to schools\, museums\, local events\, fairs\, and more\, highlighting every region of the state.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/va250-mobile-museum/2025-08-18/
LOCATION:Heritage Park\, 111 S. Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250818T115417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T115417Z
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SUMMARY:TEMPORARY EXHIBIT The Life and Legacy of The Marquis de Lafayette: A Traveling Exhibit Sunday\, August 17 - Friday\, August 29
DESCRIPTION: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 democratic governments\, and his return as Guest of the Nation in 1824-1825. Also highlighted are efforts of the American Friends of Lafayette to commemorate this bicentennial in 2024-2025. \nThis exhibit strives to make Lafayette’s story more accessible and relevant to today’s citizens\, accenting the connections between Lafayette and George Washington as well as more recent history\, including the 2002 decision to proclaim Lafayette an honorary citizen of the United States. \nStop by the museum and see this exhibit before it leaves! \nMuseum hours are Mon-Sat 10-4 and Sun 1-4. General Admission is $5. Culpeper County residents get in FREE.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/temporary-exhibit-the-life-and-legacy-of-the-marquis-de-lafayette-a-traveling-exhibit-sunday-august-17-friday-august-29/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250816T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250816T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250715T173510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T173510Z
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SUMMARY:Highlights of Culpeper History: from Surveyor George Washington to the Field Brothers marker at Kelly's Ford.
DESCRIPTION:Lecture/tour on step-van led by Jim Bish beginning and ending at the Graffiti House\, 19484 Brandy Road\, Brandy Station. Pre-registration required at https://www.brandystationfoundation.com. Planned stops will be the site of George Washington’s first survey and how Washington ended up as the youngest surveyor in Virginia’s history ; a drive-by historic Salubria and then on to the Great Fork Church site of the 1730s\, Lafayette Troop camp in 1781\, Madden’s Tavern of the 1840s\, and the murder of the three United States Colored Troops in May 1864. Lastly\, the Brandy Station Foundation site at Kelly’s Ford and the newly installed Field Brothers marker at that location tells about the importance of the Field Family including Joseph and Reuben who would eventually join up with the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Tour leader Jim Bish spent more than 30 years teaching American and Virginia History in Prince William County\, Virginia and spent two years as an educator at the National Museum of the Marine Corps. He served Prince William County as a member of the Historical Commission\, owns History Happened Here Tours\, and volunteers with the National Museum of Americans in Wartime. Jim currently is on the Board of Directors of Historic Prince William\, Historic Dumfries\, The Museum of Culpeper History\, is President of the Culpeper Minutemen Chapter\, VASSAR\, and founded the Culpeper County\, Virginia Cemetery Project.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/highlights-of-culpeper-history/
LOCATION:Graffiti House\, 19484 Brandy Rd.\, Brandy Station\, VA\, 22714\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brandy Station Foundation":MAILTO:bsfgh1863@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250812T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250812T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250807T143554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T143554Z
UID:10000886-1755023400-1755027000@visitculpeperva.com
SUMMARY:LECTURE SERIES: Lafayette: Idealist General
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, August 12\, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! \nAugust is the 200th Anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s visit to Culpeper in 1825 as a guest of the nation. Join us this month as journalist and historian Marc Leepson discusses the life of the Marquis de Lafayette and his involvement in the American Revolution. A limited number of the second edition of Leepson’s book Lafayette: Lessons in Leadership from the Idealist General will be available for sale. \nThis program will be held at the museum. Space is limited\, so get your ticket today! Admission is $5 per person\, but Museum members get in FREE.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/lecture-series-lafayette-idealist-general/
LOCATION:Museum of Culpeper History\, 113 Commerce Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250810T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250604T112424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T112424Z
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SUMMARY:Nine Hours in Hell: The Battle of Cedar Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Join Civil War Historical Impressions on 9-10 August 2025 at NINE HOURS IN HELL\, the 163rd Battle of Cedar Mountain! This authentic force-on-force reenactment will be hosted similarly to “A Devilish Entanglement”\, so if you attended the 160th Wilderness\, you already have an idea of what to expect. If you missed out on that one\, you won’t want to miss this one! \nCome watch the 7th Ohio and 66th Ohio Infantry Regiments battle against the 5th Virginia\, 10th Virginia\, and 18th North Carolina with authentic unit sizes\, uniforms\, equipment\, and tactics! \nThe event is open to the public\, and the cost is $20.00 per car. Guests can pay in cash upon arrival.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/nine-hours-in-hell-the-battle-of-cedar-mountain/2025-08-10/
LOCATION:Cedar Mountain Battlefield\, 9465 General Winder Road\, Rapidan\, VA\, 22733
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250604T112424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T112424Z
UID:10000803-1754733600-1754758800@visitculpeperva.com
SUMMARY:Nine Hours in Hell: The Battle of Cedar Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Join Civil War Historical Impressions on 9-10 August 2025 at NINE HOURS IN HELL\, the 163rd Battle of Cedar Mountain! This authentic force-on-force reenactment will be hosted similarly to “A Devilish Entanglement”\, so if you attended the 160th Wilderness\, you already have an idea of what to expect. If you missed out on that one\, you won’t want to miss this one! \nCome watch the 7th Ohio and 66th Ohio Infantry Regiments battle against the 5th Virginia\, 10th Virginia\, and 18th North Carolina with authentic unit sizes\, uniforms\, equipment\, and tactics! \nThe event is open to the public\, and the cost is $20.00 per car. Guests can pay in cash upon arrival.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/nine-hours-in-hell-the-battle-of-cedar-mountain/2025-08-09/
LOCATION:Cedar Mountain Battlefield\, 9465 General Winder Road\, Rapidan\, VA\, 22733
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250802T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250715T185237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T185237Z
UID:10000856-1754139600-1754150400@visitculpeperva.com
SUMMARY:Baseball Summit - Local Black Teams
DESCRIPTION:Join Righting the Record for a FREE open house and community conversation including: \n\nAuthor Talk at 1:15 “Sunday Coming\,” 2nd Edition\nPanel Discussion with Former Players\nCulpeper’s own “Pete” Hill exhibit\nCarver 4 County Museum & Alumni Assoc.\nFree baseballs for the first 20 kids
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/baseball-summit-local-black-teams/
LOCATION:Culpeper County Library\, 271 Southgate Shopping Center\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Righting the Record":MAILTO:m16439@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250717T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T045418
CREATED:20250613T135835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T135835Z
UID:10000816-1752771600-1752780600@visitculpeperva.com
SUMMARY:Sip and Learn - The Early German Settlers of Madison County
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 5 pm to find out about The Early German Settlers of Madison County\, presented by Cathi Clore Frost\, Board Member and Genealogist\, of Historic Germanna. Learn about the early German settlers of the Robinson River Valley\, one of whom owned the land on which this presentation will take place. Why did they leave Europe? What were their names? What events led them to settle this area? These questions and more will be answered in this historical narrative. You won’t want to miss this special presentation.
URL:https://visitculpeperva.com/event/sip-and-learn-the-early-german-settlers-of-madison-county/
LOCATION:Revalation Vineyards\, 2710 Hebron Valley Road\, Madison\, 22727
CATEGORIES:History and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Revalation Vineyards":MAILTO:info@revalationvineyards.com
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