Independence Day Lawn Party
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.
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Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, United States
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Author Talk: Forgotten Patriots of the American Revolution
Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United StatesHistorian Ric Murphy will join us at Historic Blenheim to talk about his new book, "Forgotten Patriots of the Northern Theatre", which brings to the light the inspiring but overlooked heroes of the Revolutionary War’s northern campaigns: American men, women, and children of African and Indigenous descent who served in the Continental Army and local militias. […]
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Museum Explorers
Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, United StatesA 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. […]
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History You Can Hear
Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United StatesMusic 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 […]
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Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
Historic Fairfax Courthouse 4000 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax, VA, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
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Historic Ice Cream Making
Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, United StatesCome 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
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Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
Historic Fairfax Courthouse 4000 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax, VA, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
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Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
Historic Fairfax Courthouse 4000 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax, VA, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
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Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
Historic Fairfax Courthouse 4000 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax, VA, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
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Museum Explorers
Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, United StatesA 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. […]