• Cooking Through History

    Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Come to Historic Blenheim as we take you through the history of a specific dish and how food can teach us about communities and cultures! Participants will learn fascinating food history, do an activity and cook a real dish that they can sample. Each date features a different food. Registration is required. All participants under […]

    Free
  • Museum Explorers

    Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, United States

    A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its related themes. This program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. […]

    Free
  • Cooking Through History

    Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Come to Historic Blenheim as we take you through the history of a specific dish and how food can teach us about communities and cultures! Participants will learn fascinating food history, do an activity and cook a real dish that they can sample. Each date features a different food. Registration is required. All participants under […]

    Free
  • 250 Years of Maps!

    Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Kids will explore 250 years of maps in Virginia and the Fairfax area, learn how to use maps, discuss how maps have changed over the centuries, use a compass and a map, and create their own maps. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Ages: 7-13 Free, Registration Required Visit: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Q2-AprMayJun-HH/250-Years-of-Maps-Program

    Free
  • Corsets and Contraband: African American Labor in the Fight for Freedom

    Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Come to Historic Blenheim for a drop-in program exploring the courageous contributions of African American women during the Civil War. Engage with living historians and discover the remarkable stories of three extraordinary women: Lucy Ann Walker (The Clothesline Spy), interpreted by Yvette Blake; Mary Bowser (The Confederate White House Black Dispatcher), interpreted by Denise Benedetto; […]

    Free
  • Museum Explorers

    Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, United States

    A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its related themes. This program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. […]

    Free
  • Independence Day Lawn Party

    Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Drop by the Fairfax Museum & Visitor Center for a 250th Anniversary bash! Enjoy treats, games, activities, tour the new traveling exhibit "Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Democracy" and watch performances.

    Free
  • Museum Explorers

    Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, United States

    A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its related themes. This program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. […]

    Free
  • History You Can Hear

    Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Music is one of the best ways to step into the past and understand what life was like for people long ago. As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s independence, join us for a hands-on program exploring early American music and the instruments that brought it to life. Early American music specialist David Hildebrand […]

    Free
  • Historic Ice Cream Making

    Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Come make ice cream the old-fashioned way! Create your own handmade ice cream and add your choice of toppings. All participants under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Ages: 2 to adult Free | Registration required. Visit: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Q3-JulAugSep-HH/Historic-Ice-Cream-Making-Program

    Free