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Alexandria

Jan. 11, 2026

Colonial Crafternoon: Pomanders and Potpourri

Fredericksburg

Dec. 13 - 14, 2025

55th Annual Candlelight Tour

Alexandria

Dec. 20, 2025

Alexandria Women’s History Walks

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for all events and celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of America's independence!

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Stafford County, VA

Historic Stafford Places and Their Stories

January 17, 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

A talk exploring Stafford County’s historic places, the people connected to them, and the county’s role in early American industry, settlement, and community history.

Loudoun County, VA

Loudoun County’s Hero

January 23, 2026 @ 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Learn about Revolutionary War figure Sergeant Major John Champe and his role in America’s fight for independence, presented in partnership with the Sons of the American Revolution. Free event.

Spotsylvania County, VA

Spotsylvania in the American Revolution: A Virtual Exhibit

July 9, 2025 – July 9, 2027

Discover how the American Revolution shaped Spotsylvania County’s identity before the Civil War. This virtual exhibit showcases detailed articles and photographs of artifacts, revealing the county’s pivotal role in the War for Independence and the nation’s founding. Explore the exhibit online at SpotsylvaniaMuseum.org.

Culpeper County, VA

A Hero: Lafayette in Culpeper Exhibit

June 28, 2025 - December 31, 2025

The Museum of Culpeper History presents Culpeper Hosts a Hero, the first exhibit to highlight General Lafayette’s 1825 visit. Featuring rare diary accounts, annotated maps, and the American Friends of Lafayette’s Traveling Exhibit during August’s Bicentennial celebrations.

Westmoreland County, VA

Virginia Resolved: A Commemoration of Independence: 250th Anniversary of the Lee Resolution for Independence

June 7, 2026

Mount Vernon, VA

In the Eyes of the World: Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence

June 11, 2026

Alexandria, VA

Freedom Flows on the Potomac: Celebrating 250 Years of the Virginia Declaration of Rights

June 12 - 14, 2026

Alexandria, VA

Sail250® Virginia: Goodwill Tour with International Fleet of Tall Ships

June 12 - 14, 2026

Witness a fleet of the world’s most magnificent international tall ships and military ships sail into the port of Virginia as part of Sail250® America.

Virginia (Statewide)

Juneteenth: Honoring Freedom & Community Across the Commonwealth

June 2026

Hampton, VA

Fourth At The Fort

July 4, 2026

An all-day 4th of July event featuring the largest Fort Monroe family-friendly fireworks show to date! Come celebrate America Made In Virginia.

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About Northern Virginia

Where History Meets Modern Life

From the historic streets of Alexandria to the rolling landscapes of Loudoun and the vibrant communities or Fairfax, Arlington and Prince William, NoVA offers visitors a unique blend of heritage, culture, and innovation - all just minutes from Washington, D.C.

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