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  • Historic Blenheim: Discovery and Preservation

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

    Office of Historic Resources staff member, Andrea Loewenwarter, will discuss the preservation and discovery process associated with the Historic Blenheim House: its family, associated enslaved people and the Federal soldier graffiti on its walls. This honors the memory of Burrus "Buzz" Carnahan. This event is co-sponsored by the Civil War Roundtable of the District of […]

  • School Day Out: Kid Activities and Crafts

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

    On your School Day off, come to the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center for activities, crafts, and to visit our latest exhibitions. For more information: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/20354/19?selcat=125

    Free

  • HFCI Board Meeting

    Fairfax City Hall Work Session Room 10455 Armstrong St., Fairfax, United States

    Monthly meeting of the Historic Fairfax City, Inc. board of directors. Free and open to the public.

  • Fairfax HisTree Day

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

    Discover the past and protect our future! This city event will combine living history presenters and music with learning and exploratory activities celebrating both Fairfax history and Earth Day. More information: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/20086/308

  • City Council Meeting

    Fairfax City Hall Council Chamber (Rm 100) 10455 Armstrong Street, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Join HFCI and the Fairfax City Council in the presentation of a proclamation acknowledging May as Historic Preservation Month in the City of Fairfax.

  • HFCI Annual Meeting

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

    Join members of HFCI at our annual meeting and program to hear guest speaker Dr. Matthew B. Karush, professor of modern Latin American history and chair of the Department of History at George Mason University. His lecture will be on "Hearing the Americas: Latin American Music in the Early Years of the Recording Industry."

    Free

  • TALK: “The Importance of Historic Preservation” in celebration of National Preservation Month

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

    May is National Preservation Month. Come hear architect and architectural historian Andrew Marshall speak about "The Importance of Historic Preservation." His lecture will focus on why preserving and maintaining our historic structures matters.  Mr. Marshall has vast experience and expertise throughout Virginia including in our own community of Fairfax City.

    Free

  • Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour

    Historic Fairfax Courthouse 4000 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax, VA, United States

    Enjoy a one-hour free guided 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 […]

    Free

  • HFCI Board Meeting

    Fairfax City Hall Work Session Room 10455 Armstrong St., Fairfax, United States

    Monthly meeting of the Historic Fairfax City, Inc. board of directors. Free and open to the public.

  • Fairfax City Juneteenth Celebration

    Old Town Square 10415 North Street, Fairfax, VA, United States

    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.

    Free

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