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Stafford County, VA

Margaret Brent: Catholic Immigrant, Landowner, and Attorney

April 4, 2026

Learn about Margaret Brent, an unmarried 17th-century immigrant who became a landowner, businesswoman, attorney, and early advocate for women’s rights. Presented by a state park ranger, this talk explores her lasting impact on colonial America and the establishment of the first Roman Catholic community in Virginia.

Culpeper County, VA

Ken Burns’ American Revolution Community Conversation

April 9, 2026 @ 6:30 PM

Join a community discussion series exploring Ken Burns’ new documentary The American Revolution. Each session covers one episode, offering a chance to share insights and connect with others interested in the nation’s founding and the 250th anniversary of independence.

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.

Loudoun County, VA

Jefferson, Madison, and Mason

April 9, 2026 — 7:00 PM

Author and former professor Mike O’Connell explores the lives and legacies of Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and George Mason—the influential Virginians behind three of the state’s largest public universities.

Westmoreland County, VA

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

June 6 - 7, 2026

Commemorate the 250th anniversary of Richard Henry Lee’s Resolution for Independence with Stratford Hall Historic Preserve, Westmoreland County, and the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission.

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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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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