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Stafford County

July 4, 2026

A 250th Fourth of July

Alexandria

Jul. 2 - 30, 2026

Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace

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Stafford County

Jul. 4, 2026

Riverside Center PBS Livestream Watch Party

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Loudon County

Jul. 4, 2026

The Declaration of Independence at 250: A Public Reading

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Upcoming Mobile
Museum Experience

July 24 - 26, 2026

Experience George Washington's House of Burgesses Election→

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

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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.

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Falls Church, VA

Civic Jam

July 3, 2026

As part of the country's Semiquincentennial or 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, the City of Falls Church is celebrating our diverse community and civic engagement at Civic Jam!

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Loudon County, VA

Independence Declared

July 4, 2026

Program will offer exhibits in the courthouse and hands-on activities in the courtyard.

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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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From its founding ideals to its leading figures, more of what made America happen, happened here in Virginia. Which makes Virginia the ideal place to learn about our nation’s beginnings, no matter what state you call home.

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