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 […]
Come join us for a special Bourbon, Barbecue & Boogie event! Enjoy a free Bourbon Cocktail and take a free tour. Hang with friends and make new ones as you dance, play corn hole, and visit our vendors. Live music by "Similar Creatures." Barbecue by the Knights of Columbus. Helicopter Rides will be available! All […]
Brunch & Bluegrass! Open at 11am, music 1:30-4:30!
Join us at the museum at 2:30 on Sunday, July 7 as we unveil the next in our series of Culpeper County historic markers in downtown Culpeper to commemorate the location of the county's first courthouse and its role in Culpeper's Revolutionary history. The unveiling will take place on the 250th anniversary of the 1774 […]
Join us on Tuesday, July 9 at 7 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! Culpeper County was among the earliest Virginia counties to produce Resolves in 1774. Join us as local historian Jim Bish explores the importance and uniqueness of these resolves. Virginia was the wealthiest and most populated of all of the […]
Have you ever wondered what happens at the museum after the doors are locked, and the lights are turned out? Well here is your chance. The museum will be hosting a camp-in for children ages 8-12 where they get to spend the night at the museum. Participate in several hands-on activities that bring the past […]
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Join us to learn how to create and maintain a living succulent wreath! We’ll give you step by step instructions on how to create these gorgeous arrangements (which you can hang on your front door, the wall or use as a centerpiece on your tabletop when paired with a candle holder.) Whether you’re a seasoned […]
Join us to learn how to create and maintain a living succulent wreath! We’ll give you step by step instructions on how to create these gorgeous arrangements (which you can hang on your front door, the wall or use as a centerpiece on your tabletop when paired with a candle holder.) Whether you’re a seasoned […]
Thoughts of Christmas don't usually present themselves in July....unless you have a Christmas Tree farm. July is when we shear the trees to shape them for sale in December. So please come to our Open Farm day on Saturday, July 13, from 1 to 5 pm and we will show you what goes into preparing […]
Join us for Veterans Tribute Night at Verdun's Summer Nights Concert Series with The Leroy Burks Band, Blake Esse, and Andrew Washington. We've partnered with Hero's Bridge to bring you an incredible night of music. Leroy has opened up for Major Country acts, including the widely popular, "The Band Steele". While in the Army, Leroy […]
The event kicks off with registration and Public Archaeology Day at the Fort Germanna Visitor Center. Participants can view archaeology work in progress, interact with resident archaeologists, and view interesting artifacts. There will be a welcome event at the Culpeper History Museum and a 3rd Thursday Concert Series in downtown Culpeper, Virginia. The second day […]