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UID:2735-1785321000-1785326400@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Historic Ice Cream Making
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAges: 2 to adult \nFree | Registration required. Visit: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Q3-JulAugSep-HH/Historic-Ice-Cream-Making-Program
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/historic-ice-cream-making/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ice-cream-making-dairy-day.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T134006Z
CREATED:20260504T134006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T134006Z
UID:2741-1784368800-1784372400@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:History You Can Hear
DESCRIPTION:Music is one of the best ways to step into the past and understand what life was like for people long ago. \nAs 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 will share a variety of colonial-era instruments\, explain their stories\, perform live\, and invite participants to try a few for themselves. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. \nTo register\, visit: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Q3-JulAugSep-HH/History-You-Can-Hear-Program
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/history-you-can-hear/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T104500
DTSTAMP:20260504T132402Z
CREATED:20260504T132402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T132402Z
UID:2720-1784196000-1784198700@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. \nTo register\, visit the City of Fairfax website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Museum-Explorers
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-explorers-11/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/museum-explorers-logo-nov-5-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133406Z
CREATED:20260504T133406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133406Z
UID:2732-1783162800-1783177200@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day Lawn Party
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/independence-day-lawn-party/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/independence-day-2017.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T104500
DTSTAMP:20260504T132307Z
CREATED:20260504T132307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T132307Z
UID:2718-1782986400-1782989100@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. \nTo register\, visit the City of Fairfax website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Museum-Explorers
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-explorers-10/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/museum-explorers-logo-nov-5-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133239Z
CREATED:20260504T133239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133239Z
UID:2729-1782554400-1782568800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Corsets and Contraband: African American Labor in the Fight for Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Come to Historic Blenheim for a drop-in program exploring the courageous contributions of African American women during the Civil War. \nEngage 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; and Mary Louvestre (The Ironclad Informant)\, interpreted by Debora Brown. \nLearn how skills and labor often dismissed as “women’s work” became vital tools of resistance\, intelligence gathering and survival. Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for an immersive experience that includes exhibit displays\, themed stations\, historic interpreters\, scheduled talks\, film screenings and hands-on activities — all courtesy of the Scandalous Women of the Civil War Guild.
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/corsets-and-contraband-african-american-labor-in-the-fight-for-freedom/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133044Z
CREATED:20260504T133044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133044Z
UID:2726-1782208800-1782212400@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:250 Years of Maps!
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAges: 7-13 \nFree\, Registration Required \nVisit: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Q2-AprMayJun-HH/250-Years-of-Maps-Program
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/250-years-of-maps/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T132759Z
CREATED:20260504T132759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T132759Z
UID:2724-1780740000-1780745400@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Cooking Through History
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration is required. All participants under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. \nTo register\, visit the City of Fairfax website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Q2-AprMayJun-HH/Cooking-Through-History-Program
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/cooking-through-history-3/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cooking-through-history-graphic.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T104500
DTSTAMP:20260504T132013Z
CREATED:20260504T132013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T132013Z
UID:2714-1780567200-1780569900@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. \nTo register\, visit the City of Fairfax website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Museum-Explorers
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-explorers-8/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/museum-explorers-logo-nov-5-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T132656Z
CREATED:20260504T132656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T132656Z
UID:2722-1779530400-1779535800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Cooking Through History
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration is required. All participants under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. \nTo register\, visit the City of Fairfax website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Q2-AprMayJun-HH/Cooking-Through-History-Program
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/cooking-through-history-2/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cooking-through-history-graphic.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260128T191303Z
CREATED:20260128T191303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T191303Z
UID:2667-1776506400-1776511800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Historic Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Come to Historic Blenheim to hone your skills and learn a variety of different crafts including how to craft wool\, make bricks\, and create candles. Wool crafting will include cleaning wool\, carding wool\, spinning wool\, weaving wool and dyeing wool. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. This is a City of Fairfax VA250th Commemoration program. Register on the City’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Historic-Crafts
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/historic-crafts/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/historic-crafts.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T104500
DTSTAMP:20260128T184918Z
CREATED:20260128T184535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T184918Z
UID:2644-1775124000-1775126700@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Use the links below to sign up: \nFebruary 5: Register \nFebruary 19: Register \nMarch 5: Register \nMarch 19: Register \nApril 2: Register
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-explorers-5/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/museum-explorers-logo-nov-5-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260128T190938Z
CREATED:20260128T190938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T190938Z
UID:2661-1774951200-1774958400@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Games From the Past
DESCRIPTION:Experience fun and engaging games from 250 years of Virginia’s history. Participants will play a variety of outdoor games\, including hoop rolling\, kick the can\, badminton\, jarts\, tug of war and historical baseball. All participants must be registered. This is a City of Fairfax VA250th Commemoration program. Register on the City’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Games-From-the-Past
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/games-from-the-past/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/hoops-and-graces.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T113000
DTSTAMP:20260128T190748Z
CREATED:20260128T190521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T190748Z
UID:2658-1774087200-1774092600@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Cooking Through History
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the Virginia 250th Celebration\, we invite families to Historic Blenheim to learn about different immigrant cultures who have come to Virginia and Fairfax City over 250 years and in particular what they ate. We’ll learn about different culinary traditions\, do an activity and cook an actual dish. All participants must be registered. This is a City of Fairfax VA250th Commemoration program. Register on the City’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Cooking-Through-History
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/cooking-through-history/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cooking-through-history-graphic.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T104500
DTSTAMP:20260128T184918Z
CREATED:20260128T184444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T184918Z
UID:2642-1773914400-1773917100@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Use the links below to sign up: \nFebruary 5: Register \nFebruary 19: Register \nMarch 5: Register \nMarch 19: Register \nApril 2: Register
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-explorers-4/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/museum-explorers-logo-nov-5-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T104500
DTSTAMP:20260128T191734Z
CREATED:20260128T184351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T191734Z
UID:2640-1772704800-1772707500@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Use the links below to sign up: \nFebruary 5: Register \nFebruary 19: Register \nMarch 5: Register \nMarch 19: Register \nApril 2: Register
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-explorers-3/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/museum-explorers-logo-nov-5-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T104500
DTSTAMP:20260128T184919Z
CREATED:20260128T184248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T184919Z
UID:2638-1771495200-1771497900@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Use the links below to sign up: \nFebruary 5: Register \nFebruary 19: Register \nMarch 5: Register \nMarch 19: Register \nApril 2: Register
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-explorers-2/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/museum-explorers-logo-nov-5-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260128T190258Z
CREATED:20260128T190258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T190258Z
UID:2655-1771236000-1771239600@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Skills: Historic Artifacts
DESCRIPTION:The first program in a series that focuses on children learning different museum- and history-related skills. Participants will learn about the importance of historical objects by looking at examples housed at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture for the Un/bound: Free Black Virginians exhibit\, discussing why objects are important to preserve and learning how to properly assess\, handle and display a real historical object. \nThis program is for ages 9-13. All registrants must be accompanied by an adult. This is a City of Fairfax VA250th Commemoration program. Register on the City’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Museum-Skills-Historic-Artifacts
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-skills-historic-artifacts/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicfairfax.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/museum-skills.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260128T190801Z
CREATED:20260128T185405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T190801Z
UID:2649-1770555600-1770562800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Chocolate Through the Senses
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Historic Blenheim for a special hands-on program presented as part of the Chocolate Lovers Festival in Fairfax City! Families are invited to explore how colonial chocolate differed from the sweet treats we enjoy today through a series of interactive sensory stations. \nSmell the spices once mixed into 18th century chocolate\, feel the texture of cacao in its raw forms\, and taste American Heritage Chocolate inspired by historic recipes. Then compare it with modern chocolate to see how flavors have evolved over time. \nA fun\, engaging experience for chocolate lovers of all ages!
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/chocolate-through-the-senses-2/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260128T184919Z
CREATED:20260128T184807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T184919Z
UID:2646-1770460200-1770480000@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Chocolate Through the Senses
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Historic Blenheim for a special hands-on program presented as part of the Chocolate Lovers Festival in Fairfax City! Families are invited to explore how colonial chocolate differed from the sweet treats we enjoy today through a series of interactive sensory stations. \nSmell the spices once mixed into 18th century chocolate\, feel the texture of cacao in its raw forms\, and taste American Heritage Chocolate inspired by historic recipes. Then compare it with modern chocolate to see how flavors have evolved over time. \nA fun\, engaging experience for chocolate lovers of all ages!
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/chocolate-through-the-senses/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T104500
DTSTAMP:20260128T184919Z
CREATED:20260128T184104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T184919Z
UID:2635-1770285600-1770288300@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. \nRegistration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Use the links below to sign up: \nFebruary 5: Register \nFebruary 19: Register \nMarch 5: Register \nMarch 19: Register \nApril 2: Register
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/museum-explorers/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260128T185113Z
CREATED:20250625T193806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T185113Z
UID:2533-1754650800-1754658000@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Day at Willcoxon Farm
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/dairy-day-at-willcoxon-farm/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260128T185152Z
CREATED:20250625T193421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T185152Z
UID:2529-1753354800-1753362000@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Family Graffiti Event
DESCRIPTION:Express yourself with drawings and words and make something to take home. Help create a graffiti mural. Visit the graffiti left by Federal soldiers in the Historic Blenheim House and the Civil War Interpretive Center Gallery.
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/family-graffiti-event/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260128T185152Z
CREATED:20250625T193025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T185152Z
UID:2520-1751626800-1751641200@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day Lawn Party and Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center's 33rd Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy lemonade\, birthday cupcakes\, and family activities as we celebrate the birthday of the USA and the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center. Rest in the shade or tour the exhibitions inside\, including “WWII: Voices of Service.”
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/independence-day-lawn-party-and-fairfax-museum-and-visitor-centers-33rd-birthday/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T160000
DTSTAMP:20260128T185152Z
CREATED:20250114T020328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T185152Z
UID:2415-1743418800-1743436800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:School Day Out
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fun crafts and activities as we conclude our celebration of Women’s History Month!
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/school-day-out/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T150000
DTSTAMP:20250113T201408Z
CREATED:20240915T225115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T201408Z
UID:2355-1730718000-1730732400@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:School Day Out Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/school-day-out-fun-day/
LOCATION:Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center\, 10209 Main Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T130000
DTSTAMP:20240608T212803Z
CREATED:20240608T205223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240608T212803Z
UID:2230-1729938600-1729947600@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Interactive Plein Air Art Event with the Fairfax Art League
DESCRIPTION:Bring your painting and drawing materials and join local artists on the Historic Blenheim landscape! Have your face painted and paint pumpkins! Take a tour in the Historic Blenheim House to see the plein air watercolors created by the last descendant of the house\, Barbara Scott.  She invited her friends over for plein air parties! \nLimited art canvases will be supplied.  We will have paint available. You can also bring your own materials\, a stool or chair\, or a blanket to sit on.
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/interactive-plein-air-art-event-with-the-fairfax-art-league/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T130000
DTSTAMP:20240608T212735Z
CREATED:20240608T204946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240608T212735Z
UID:2228-1723114800-1723122000@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Day at the Willcoxon Farm (Historic Blenheim)
DESCRIPTION:Historic Blenheim became a thriving dairy farm after the Civil War.  What do we get from cows?  MILK.  What can we make from milk? ICE CREAM and BUTTER. Learn about the former dairy farm and have fun making ice cream and butter at this family friendly event.
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/dairy-day-at-the-willcoxon-farm-historic-blenheim/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T130000
DTSTAMP:20240608T212819Z
CREATED:20240608T204802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240608T212819Z
UID:2226-1721991600-1721998800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Free Family Graffiti Event
DESCRIPTION:Federal soldiers left their names\, writing and drawings on the walls of the Historic Blenheim in 1862-63.  Join us on the landscape to express yourself with drawings and words and make something to take home!  Local muralists will guide and create a graffiti mural with visitors to be displayed onsite. Visit the graffiti left by Union soldiers in the site gallery and house.
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/free-family-graffiti-event/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T160000
DTSTAMP:20240608T213912Z
CREATED:20240608T203948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240608T213912Z
UID:2218-1718445600-1718467200@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax City Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Fairfax in commemorating Juneteenth in Old Town Square. A formal ceremony at 10 a.m. will be followed by entertainment\, food trucks\, and activities for all. Fairfax City Historic Resources and other local history groups will be on hand to share information.
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/fairfax-city-juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Old Town Square\, 10415 North Street\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfax City Office of Historic Resources":MAILTO:Susan.Gray@fairfaxva.gov
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