June 2012
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Jun 1
Summer in John Marshall’s Richmond
When: 10:00am to 2:00pmLocation: The John Marshall House
Open House, open for samples of Virginia's Finest Products, free tours of the new exhibit and first floor of the house. New exhibit open from June 1 to August 26th.
The John Marshall House is located at 818 Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23219
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Jun 2
First Saturday in Mary’s Garden - Soapmaking from Soapwort
When: 11:00am to 2:00pmLocation: Mary Washington House
The Colonists had their version of liquid soap just as we do today. Join our gardener to see how to turn a plant inot liquid soap. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Price: Included with tour admission.
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Jun 5
In the Trenches Tour
When: 10:00amLocation: Historic Jamestowne
In the Trenches Tours are conducted at 10:00 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, April through October. NOTE: There are NO In the Trenches tours in August.
Join a small inside and up-close group tour of the Lost 1607 James Fort led by Dr. William Kelso, Director of the…
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Jun 9
4H Day at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown
When: 10:00am to 5:00pmLocation: Patrick Henry's Scotchtown
4H plays an important role in life here at Patrick Henry's Scotchtown and surrounding Hanover County. Come discover the club's many activities and programs. In addition, bring your latest kniting project and and join us in celebrating World Wide Knit in Public Day.
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Jun 13
Curator’s Artifact Tour
When: 3:00pmLocation: Historic Jamestowne
Curator's Artifact Tours are conducted at 3:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month beginning May 23 through October. Tours start from the Pocahontas statue.
Senior archaeological curator Bly Straube provided an intimate, behind-the-scenes tour of the artifact collection of James Fort. This 90-minute guided program begins…
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Jun 19
In the Trenches
When: 10:00amLocation: Historic Jamestowne
In the Trenches Tours are conducted at 10:00 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, April through October. NOTE: There are NO In the Trenches tours in August.
Join a small inside and up-close group tour of the Lost 1607 James Fort led by Dr. William Kelso, Director of the…
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Jun 23
Smiths Fort Plantation will serve as the site of Revolutionary War Re-Enactment, June 23rd &24th
When: 12:00pmLocation:
Smiths Fort Plantation will serve as the site of the Revolutionary War Re-Enactment of the 231st Anniversary of Cornwallis' advance on Yorktown.(Presented by the The Queen's Own Loyal Virginia Regiment) Noon until 5pm daily, June 23rd & 24th. Enjoy eighteenth century trades, colonial music and dancing, militia drills, sewing and cooking demonstrations and childrens…
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Jun 25
History Camp
When: 9:00am to 12:00pmLocation:
Come explore history and follow in the footsteps of George Washington, his family, and his friends. Have fun with hands-on activities, projects, and games at the Rising Sun Tavern, George Washington’s Ferry Farm, the Mary Washington House, Historic Kenmore, and the Hugh Mercer Apothecary. Learn about Colonial food, medicine, and…
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Jun 27
Curator’s Artifact Tour
When: 3:00pmLocation:
Tour meets at Pocahontas statue.
Curator's Artifact Tours are conducted at 3:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month beginning May 23 through October. Tours start from the Pocahontas statue.
Senior archaeological curator Bly Straube provided an intimate, behind-the-scenes tour of the artifact collection of James Fort. This 90-minute guided program begins…
