Historic Fairfax City, Inc.'s annual wine tasting and food pairing fundraiser! Join us for an evening of history, food, and fellowship. Event includes: Fine wines from Old Farm Winery at Hartland! Wine can be purchased at discount prices. Silent auction with unique items from local businesses Savory and sweet hors d'oeuvres from Catering by Dana […]
Enjoy a free guided walking tour through Old Town Fairfax. See the original Courthouse (built in 1800) where George and Martha Washington’s wills are stored. Explore sites of Civil War violence, espionage, and unlikely romance centered around that Rebel bandit, John S. Mosby. And discover local grandees like Ratcliffe, Farr, and Willard, whose legacies formed […]
Monthly meeting of the Historic Fairfax City, Inc. board of directors. Free and open to the public.
Monthly meeting of the Historic Fairfax City, Inc. board of directors. Free and open to the public.
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. […]
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. Smell the spices once mixed into 18th century chocolate, feel the texture […]
Step back in time and experience the charm of Fairfax's history with a tour of this beautifully preserved historic gem! Take a peek into the 18th and 19th centuries with knowledgeable guides who will share the fascinating stories about the house and its rich heritage. Explore rooms and architecture that have stood the test of […]
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. Smell the spices once mixed into 18th century chocolate, feel the texture […]
Step back in time and experience the charm of Fairfax's history with a tour of this beautifully preserved historic gem! Take a peek into the 18th and 19th centuries with knowledgeable guides who will share the fascinating stories about the house and its rich heritage. Explore rooms and architecture that have stood the test of […]
In lieu of our monthly HFCI board meeting, please join us for a free public lecture on: Battles and Bacteria: How the Civil War Sparked Insights on Infection Meridian High School senior Anna Gray discusses the role Civil War medicine played in shaping the history of infectious disease treatment. She will share her exploration of […]
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