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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 […] 
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 […] |
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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 […]
$5
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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 […]
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We Declare . . . that under the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the U. S. Declaration of Independence, we are free and independent. This exhibit is an exploration of natural rights and 27 grievances that led colonists to say, "ENOUGH" in 1776 to a tyrant. Examining the context of the times, the exhibit compares […] |
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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 […] |
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Join the American Battlefield Trust for an exciting preview screening of the new Ken Burns film The American Revolution. Following the screening, historians Jim Bish and Dan Davis will join for a discussion on the rich Revolutionary War history in Culpeper and Virginia. The new six-part, 12-hour documentary directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt […] |
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We Declare . . . that under the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the U. S. Declaration of Independence, we are free and independent. This exhibit is an exploration of natural rights and 27 grievances that led colonists to say, "ENOUGH" in 1776 to a tyrant. Examining the context of the times, the exhibit compares […]
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Test your knowledge of Culpeper History, Colonial Times, and the American Revolution! |
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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. Enjoy walking and driving tours, lectures, living history, hands on family friendly activities and more. This is a multi-day event. Please visit https://culpeperva250.com/events/ for event specifics. […]
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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. This inaugural event launches Culpeper’s 250th History Week as part of the county’s VA250 commemorations. What to Expect: Historical reenactors and living history demonstrations Traditional crafts and trades […]
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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 […]
$50
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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 […]
$50
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We Declare . . . that under the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the U. S. Declaration of Independence, we are free and independent. This exhibit is an exploration of natural rights and 27 grievances that led colonists to say, "ENOUGH" in 1776 to a tyrant. Examining the context of the times, the exhibit compares […]
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This “Minutemen” Culpeper County Leaders Tour will visit many of the most important historic homes and homesites, while hearing important detailed stories, of Culpeper 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 […]
$50
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Join us to meet with living historians depicting the soldiers of Virginia from 1607-1945! See firsthand the evolving weapons and equipment of Virginia’s soldiers from the Colonial Era to World War II! Cost: $10.00 per vehicle.
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The 2025 Museum History Alfresco Annual Fundraiser and Culpeper Minutemen Descendant Reunion Dinner will be held at Yowell Meadow Park on Saturday, October 25, from 5:00pm-9:00pm This is a once in a lifetime event to honor those who gave us the way of life we enjoy today! Enjoy colonial music by Colonial Faire Sip wine […]
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This Culpeper Minutemen Reunion Battle of Hampton and Great Bridge Tour will visit sites which made the Culpeper Minute Battalion famous. The Culpeper Minutemen played the key role in defeating British and Loyalists forces at Hampton and at Great Bridge, which directly led to Virginia’s, and America’s Independence. This full day tour will leave the […]
$80
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We Declare . . . that under the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the U. S. Declaration of Independence, we are free and independent. This exhibit is an exploration of natural rights and 27 grievances that led colonists to say, "ENOUGH" in 1776 to a tyrant. Examining the context of the times, the exhibit compares […] |