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The Museum of Culpeper History partners with the African American Heritage Alliance for a panel discussion on the roles African Americans played in the community. The panel will focus on the areas of agriculture, civic engagement and education, spotlighting at least one individual in each of these categories.
The Caboose will be open and decorated like a Mardi Gras float as part of CRI's Carnival celebration. There will also be a king craft and fun trivia in the museum.
“Elementary Explorers” is the museum’s brand NEW interactive series of children’s programming that brings fun facts, objects, and activities out of the past and to life! The series, targeted at ages 5-9, will be held monthly. Each month will feature a different activity and craft inspired by local history.
Incredible Women in Culpeper The museum is pleased to have 2 long-time staff members and volunteers, Gloria Cooper and Karen Quaintance, present on the lives of four incredible women who were in Culpeper This program will be held at the museum. Space is limited so save your seat today and then pay at the door!... Read more »
Learn about recorded Bigfoot sightings in Culpeper, and how a close encounter led one Virginia man on a lifelong quest to solve the Bigfoot mystery. Hunt for Bigfoot in the museum for clues to his existence all week from March 16 through March 23. This program is being offered in conjunction with CulpeperCon at the... Read more »
Although overshadowed by the much larger Battle of Brandy Station several months later, the Battle of Kelly's Ford on March 17, 1863 was a significant marker in the growing capacity of the United States cavalry to meet and defeat its Confederate counterparts during the American Civil War. The battle resulted in the death of Alabama... Read more »
THE SEARCH FOR BIGFOOT Big foot in Culpeper? Whether he’s called sasquatch, swamp ape, wildman, or woodbooger, some claim that the legendary Bigfoot travels the back pastures and byways of Culpeper County. Learn about recorded Bigfoot sightings in Culpeper, and how a close encounter led one Virginia man on a lifelong quest to solve the... Read more »
Prelude to Yorktown 1781 -- Lafayette vs. Cornwallis in Virginia" Join us as Andrew Gutowski, museum board member, discusses the road to surrender. The culmination of the Revolutionary War came in Virginia in 1781. To most people this means the October siege and victory at Yorktown. However, there is a bigger story of an intricate... Read more »
Join us on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! Local historian and volunteer at the Culpeper National Cemetery, Jeff Joyce, will be talking about the history of the cemetery right outside our door. Culpeper National Cemetery was established in 1867 and is the final resting place of servicemembers... Read more »
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... Read more »
Come join us at the Museum of Culpeper History to learn all about tracing your family tree! Want to find your Revolutionary War ancestor before the 250th anniversary of American independence? Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, this event is perfect for anyone interested in uncovering their family history. Discover tips, tricks, and resources... Read more »
Father, Dad, Dada, Pops, Grandfather, Godfather, Stepfather! Father’s Day is just around the corner. Join us as we learn about the roles fathers play. Participants will search the museum for the different equipment needed to participate in various activities with dad and make a present to give to a dad in their lives. “Little Learners”... Read more »
