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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 »
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... Read more »
Father, Dad, Dada, Papa, Grandfather, Granddaddy, Godfather, Stepfather! Father's Day is just around the corner. Join us as we explore the roles of fathers, including how some of our founding fathers impacted Culpeper. Explorers will search the museum for clues to help them complete puzzles related to different activities you can do with dad as... 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
