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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133239Z
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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:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T123000
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CREATED:20260504T125144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T131040Z
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SUMMARY:Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 our City. \nThe tour starts at the front of the Historic Fairfax Courthouse (corner of Main St. and Chain Bridge Rd.) \nWe recommend you wear a hat and sturdy walking shoes\, and bring a bottle of water. \nReservations are requested. Please reserve your spot using Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-tickets-1988759569408
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-19/
LOCATION:Historic Fairfax Courthouse\, 4000 Chain Bridge Rd.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T104500
DTSTAMP:20260620T094404
CREATED:20260504T132307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T132307Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T094404
CREATED:20260504T133406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133406Z
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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
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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:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T153000
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CREATED:20260504T133801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133801Z
UID:2738-1783778400-1783783800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Author Talk: Forgotten Patriots of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Historian 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. \nThe book highlights the stories of individual soldiers whose sacrifices were critical to the American cause but were left out of traditional histories. Ric Murphy is an award-winning author\, educator\, historian\, documentarian and genealogist whose work focuses on African American genealogy\, early American history\, and historical commemoration.
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/author-talk-forgotten-patriots-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim\, 3610 Blenheim Blvd\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260620T094404
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:20260725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T123000
DTSTAMP:20260620T094404
CREATED:20260504T125656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T131040Z
UID:2701-1784977200-1784982600@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 our City. \nThe tour starts at the front of the Historic Fairfax Courthouse (corner of Main St. and Chain Bridge Rd.) \nWe recommend you wear a hat and sturdy walking shoes\, and bring a bottle of water. \nReservations are requested. Please reserve your spot using Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-tickets-1988759867299
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-20/
LOCATION:Historic Fairfax Courthouse\, 4000 Chain Bridge Rd.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T094404
CREATED:20260504T133622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133622Z
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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
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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:20260829T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T123000
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CREATED:20260504T130126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T131040Z
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SUMMARY:Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 our City. \nThe tour starts at the front of the Historic Fairfax Courthouse (corner of Main St. and Chain Bridge Rd.) \nWe recommend you wear a hat and sturdy walking shoes\, and bring a bottle of water. \nReservations are requested. Please reserve your spot using Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-tickets-1988760017749
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-21/
LOCATION:Historic Fairfax Courthouse\, 4000 Chain Bridge Rd.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T123000
DTSTAMP:20260620T094404
CREATED:20260504T130524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T131039Z
UID:2705-1790420400-1790425800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 our City. \nThe tour starts at the front of the Historic Fairfax Courthouse (corner of Main St. and Chain Bridge Rd.) \nWe recommend you wear a hat and sturdy walking shoes\, and bring a bottle of water. \nReservations are requested. Please reserve your spot using Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-tickets-1988760304607
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-22/
LOCATION:Historic Fairfax Courthouse\, 4000 Chain Bridge Rd.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T123000
DTSTAMP:20260620T094404
CREATED:20260504T130839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T130839Z
UID:2707-1793444400-1793449800@www.historicfairfax.org
SUMMARY:Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 our City. \nThe tour starts at the front of the Historic Fairfax Courthouse (corner of Main St. and Chain Bridge Rd.) \nWe recommend you wear a hat and sturdy walking shoes\, and bring a bottle of water. \nReservations are requested. Please reserve your spot using Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-tickets-1988760423964
URL:https://www.historicfairfax.org/event/old-town-fairfax-walking-tour-23/
LOCATION:Historic Fairfax Courthouse\, 4000 Chain Bridge Rd.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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