Throughout the month of June, join our historic interpreters for a 45 minute long focus tour centered around the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked at Scotchtown during the Henry family’s residence. Learn more about who they were, the lives they lived, and what their daily experiences may have been like. This tour will be offered at 10 a.m. every Friday and Saturday of the month.
Scotchtown staff will be discussing foodways in the 1700s including exploring the kitchen garden and cooking multiple dishes throughout the day using 18th century recipes. The foods exhibited in this program will focus the influences of African culture and plants which became popular in the colonies. Join Scotchtown staff as they take a deeper look […]
This event is included in general admission and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Stop by the Cape Henry Lighthouse to learn and practice knot tying skills, such as canoe hitches for tying up boats and classic knots such as the figure eight. Learn about how rope is made and why it was important to shipping and lighthouse keeping.
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
Join us for a lecture from Dr. Michael Blakey, National Endowment for the Humanities Professor of Anthropology, Africana Studies, and American Studies at the College of William & Mary, as he examines how the first opportunity for an America unblemished by the immorality of racial slavery and the injustices of class inequity was lost with Bacon’s 1676 Rebellion in Virginia, and had a long lasting effect on efforts to achieve an America with equal rights for all.
The little known Village of Cape Henry was a bustling resort town in the early 1900’s. Accessed by an electric rail line and equipped with a casino, church, ice cream parlor, cottages and hotels. It was the place to be along the oceanfront.
Join as at the Cape Henry Lighthouse as we view the ships as they're docked off the cape while they await their arrival into Norfolk for the Sail 250 Harborfest. Admission is $7 per person, children 12 and under are free. Learn more about Sail 250 here. This event is free and open to active/retired […]
Throughout the month of June, join our historic interpreters for a 45 minute long focus tour centered around the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked at Scotchtown during the Henry family’s residence. Learn more about who they were, the lives they lived, and what their daily experiences may have been like. This tour will be offered at 10 a.m. every Friday and Saturday of the month.
Throughout the month of June, join our historic interpreters for a 45 minute long focus tour centered around the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked at Scotchtown during the Henry family’s residence. Learn more about who they were, the lives they lived, and what their daily experiences may have been like. This tour will be offered at 10 a.m. every Friday and Saturday of the month.
Happy Father's Day! Join our interpreters as they share recollections and stories about Patrick Henry from his children and grandchildren. --- This focus tour is included with regular admission pricing, admission is free for Preservation Virginia Members. Follow the link below to purchase your tickets on June 21st at any time from 11am-4pm!
This event is included in general admission and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Stop by the Cape Henry Lighthouse to learn and practice knot tying skills, such as canoe hitches for tying up boats and classic knots such as the figure eight. Learn about how rope is made and why it was important to shipping and lighthouse keeping.
Learn little known history about the Virginia Beach area, including witches, pirates and military facts! Learn about Fort Story, a prominent military base in Virginia Beach as they consider the history of the community.
Families are invited to visit Scotchtown for a special day of tours and hands-on programming! We are the residence of Patrick Henry from 1771-1778 where he conceived his famous “Liberty or Death” speech which he delivered at St. John’s Church in March 1775.
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
Throughout the month of June, join our historic interpreters for a 45 minute long focus tour centered around the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked at Scotchtown during the Henry family’s residence. Learn more about who they were, the lives they lived, and what their daily experiences may have been like. This tour will be offered at 10 a.m. every Friday and Saturday of the month.
Throughout the month of June, join our historic interpreters for a 45 minute long focus tour centered around the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked at Scotchtown during the Henry family’s residence. Learn more about who they were, the lives they lived, and what their daily experiences may have been like. This tour will be offered at 10 a.m. every Friday and Saturday of the month.
Join Scotchtown staff for a hands-on textile program where you will learn the basics of hand quilting. Make a simple 4 patch coaster to take home or try your hand at a more challenging pattern! Supplies for one coaster or mug rug are included! Regular admission costs apply, Preservation Virginia Members are free! Click here […]
The Fresnel Lens revolutionized and assisted naval navigation with its invention in 1822. Join us on July 23rd at 7pm as we dive into the mechanics of how it projects light miles further than any other lens. Be introduced to the man who created the lens that changed navigation, Augustin Jean Fresnel, a French engineer.
This event is included in general admission and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Stop by the Cape Henry Lighthouse to learn and practice knot tying skills, such as canoe hitches for tying up boats and classic knots such as the figure eight. Learn about how rope is made and why it was important to shipping and lighthouse keeping.
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
Lighthouse keeping was once a federal job, and a tough one at that! Join Preservation Virginia’s Cape Henry Lighthouse in an exploration of what it was like to be a lighthouse keeper in the 18th and 19th centuries, and how lighthouses are used today.
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
This event is included in general admission and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Stop by the Cape Henry Lighthouse to learn and practice knot tying skills, such as canoe hitches for tying up boats and classic knots such as the figure eight. Learn about how rope is made and why it was important to shipping and lighthouse keeping.
Did you know lighthouse keeping wasn't just a man's job? Learn about the three female lightkeepers at Cape Henry as well as the infamous Ida Lewis, namesake of the Ida Lewis Rock lighthouse. We will look at employment records across the country to explore pay equality in the profession of lightkeeping. General admission is $5, […]
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
Come join Scotchtown staff on July 11th from 10am-4pm to learn about some of the sweet treats enjoyed in the colonial time period. In addition we will be discussing foodways in the 1700s, exploring the kitchen garden, and cooking multiple dishes throughout the day using 18th century recipes. Guests can take home a recipe or […]
Learn little known history about the Virginia Beach area, including witches, pirates and military facts! Learn about Fort Story, a prominent military base in Virginia Beach as they consider the history of the community.
This event is included in general admission and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Stop by the Cape Henry Lighthouse to learn and practice knot tying skills, such as canoe hitches for tying up boats and classic knots such as the figure eight. Learn about how rope is made and why it was important to shipping and lighthouse keeping.
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
Rarely acknowledged in historical narratives, Virginia’s Indigenous nations shaped American history in countless ways, including the events surrounding Nathaniel Bacon’s 1676 insurrection. Our panel brings together the project team, drawing on traditional ecological knowledge alongside military history, environmental and archaeological evidence, and both traditional and non-traditional documents to highlight the Indigenous perspectives of what is now known as Bacon’s Rebellion. This event will take place on at 6PM on Wednesday, July 15th at Jamestown Settlement (2110 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185).
The Fresnel Lens revolutionized and assisted naval navigation with its invention in 1822. Join us virtually as we dive into the mechanics of how it projects light miles further than any other lens. Be introduced to the man who created the lens that changed navigation, Augustin Jean Fresnel, a French engineer. View photos of the […]
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
This event is included in general admission and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Stop by the Cape Henry Lighthouse to learn and practice knot tying skills, such as canoe hitches for tying up boats and classic knots such as the figure eight. Learn about how rope is made and why it was important to shipping and lighthouse keeping.
The little known Village of Cape Henry was a bustling resort town in the early 1900’s. Accessed by an electric rail line and equipped with a casino, church, ice cream parlor, cottages and hotels. It was the place to be along the oceanfront.
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
Come join Scotchtown staff on July 25th from 10am-4pm to learn about the use of candles in the colonial time period. Whether necessary for basic light or enjoyed for their fragrance and beauty, candles have been a part of people’s lives for centuries. This workshop will teach you techniques for basic pillar and taper candles […]
This event is included in general admission and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Stop by the Cape Henry Lighthouse to learn and practice knot tying skills, such as canoe hitches for tying up boats and classic knots such as the figure eight. Learn about how rope is made and why it was important to shipping and lighthouse keeping.
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
Landing on the shores of the Cape, on April 26th 1607, the men and boys of the Virginia Company Charter claimed this land for Henry, son of King James. This program will show monuments currently dedicated to the first landing and its importance to our country’s beginnings.
While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they were completely different for those of Colonial Virginia. Discover what daily life was like for the Henry family and the enslaved who lived and worked at Scotchtown on this special focus tour. This tour will run on specific Friday […]
This focus tour explores the experiences of the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked at the John Marshall House from 1790 to 1835. Discover what daily life was like for those held in bondage, learn the names and stories of individuals enslaved at the site, and gain a deeper understanding of how […]
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT, We hope to see you next year! On August 7th, 1789, the 9th act of Congress was signed, the Lighthouse Act, celebrate National Lighthouse day with us. Climb the Old and New Cape Henry Lighthouses for a once in a lifetime opportunity! Join local organizations in participating […]
Join Scotchtown staff on Saturday August 8th from 10am-4pm and learn about how popular vegetables and herbs were prepared in the 1700s! In addition we will be discussing foodways in colonials times, exploring the kitchen garden, and cooking multiple dishes throughout the day using 18th century recipes. Guests can take home a recipe or two […]
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
Although the lighthouse was completed in 1792, the idea of a lighthouse on Cape Henry came to be decades earlier. Learn about the agreement between Virginia and Maryland, how the Founding Fathers are connected to the construction of the lighthouse and the process of building with the adjustments that had to be made to create the first federally funded public works project during this virtual program on Zoom.
Learn about the historic shipwrecks that plagued the Virginia coastline, including the Dictator, and how their presence is still being felt today in this virtual program designed just for kids!
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
Bacon’s Rebellion began as a campaign of violence against the region’s Indigenous people carried out in defiance of the royal governor. The elite instigators of the insurrection garnered broad support by stoking prejudice and exploiting the desperation of struggling and marginalized groups, including many in the colony’s growing, and increasingly oppressed African population who saw in the uprising a chance for self-liberation.
Join the Scotchtown staff on Saturday, August 22nd from 10am-4pm for ongoing demonstrations on dyes and colors of the 18th century. Come learn about dyeing practices in Colonial America and at Scotchtown in the 18th century. Join our staff in this all-day long program as we discuss our sample dye and textile gardens and demonstrate […]
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
You are invited to join us for a film screening and panel discussion of our new documentary, “Voices Remembered: History Speaks in the Present Tense,” at 6 PM on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture. “Voices Remembered: History Speaks in the Present Tense,” celebrates the rich tapestry of Black […]
Join Preservation Virginia’s John Marshall House and the Valentine Museum’s John Wickham House for a deep dive into one of America’s first great legal spectacles. In the summer of 1807, the national spotlight landed on Richmond’s Court End neighborhood as Chief Justice John Marshall deliberated the fate of accused traitor Aaron Burr. Learn about the […]
Join Preservation Virginia’s John Marshall House and the Valentine Museum’s John Wickham House for a deep dive into one of America’s first great legal spectacles. In the summer of 1807, the national spotlight landed on Richmond’s Court End neighborhood as Chief Justice John Marshall deliberated the fate of accused traitor Aaron Burr. Learn about the […]
Join Preservation Virginia’s John Marshall House and the Valentine Museum’s John Wickham House for a deep dive into one of America’s first great legal spectacles. In the summer of 1807, the national spotlight landed on Richmond’s Court End neighborhood as Chief Justice John Marshall deliberated the fate of accused traitor Aaron Burr. Learn about the […]
Patrick Henry is best remembered for his stirring oratory, with his “Liberty or Death” speech being the most famous example. His words have been chronicled for generations but they were never spoken to an empty room. This program focuses on Patrick Henry’s connections with other founding fathers; the relationships he built, correspondence he kept, and […]
Patrick Henry is best remembered for his stirring oratory, with his “Liberty or Death” speech being the most famous example. His words have been chronicled for generations but they were never spoken to an empty room. This program focuses on Patrick Henry’s connections with other founding fathers; the relationships he built, correspondence he kept, and […]
Join Preservation Virginia’s John Marshall House and the Valentine Museum’s John Wickham House for a deep dive into one of America’s first great legal spectacles. In the summer of 1807, the national spotlight landed on Richmond’s Court End neighborhood as Chief Justice John Marshall deliberated the fate of accused traitor Aaron Burr. Learn about the […]
Join the Virginia Association of Museums at City Stadium on August 29th for Night at the Museums. Meet local museums, explore engaging exhibits, and connect with cultural organizations from across the region before enjoying a family-friendly night of soccer at City Stadium! Proceeds from each ticket sold through the link below will benefit the Virginia Association […]
Learn about the traditions created by enslaved Africans in the antebellum South known as rootwork and Hoodoo, and how they are practiced in the Tidewater and Piedmont regions of Virginia. Attend the presentation in person or online. Program information: Location: Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library Date: Thursday, September 3rd Time: 6-7pm Online streaming link: […]
Join Scotchtown staff for a special tour of the manor house that focuses on special and unique pieces in our collection. During the tour we will also discuss our recent furnishings research and look at how and why Scotchtown has changed over the years. This special tour happens on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am during […]
Join Scotchtown staff for a special tour of the manor house that focuses on special and unique pieces in our collection. During the tour we will also discuss our recent furnishings research and look at how and why Scotchtown has changed over the years. This special tour happens on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am during […]
This event is free and open to active/retired military/ DoD ID holders and their families. Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home!
This focus tour explores the experiences of the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked at the John Marshall House from 1790 to 1835. Discover what daily life was like for those held in bondage, learn the names and stories of individuals enslaved at the site, and gain a deeper understanding of how […]
The little known Village of Cape Henry was a bustling resort town in the early 1900’s. Accessed by an electric rail line and equipped with a casino, church, ice cream parlor, cottages and hotels. It was the place to be along the oceanfront.
Hear about the research documenting, preserving, and interpreting the history and cultural legacy of Vaughan Heights, a historically African American neighborhood on Richmond's Southside, formerly part of Chesterfield County’s Manchester District. Attend the presentation in person or online. Program information: Location: Virginia Community Voice Office, 2015 Ruffin Road, Richmond, VA 23234 Date: Wednesday, September 9th […]
Living in Color is a community-based oral history and preservation project exploring Black queer historic spaces, cultural landscapes, and community memory in Central Virginia. Through conversations, storytelling, and historical research, we document and preserve underrepresented histories while fostering dialogue about the people, places, and stories that have shaped our cultural heritage. Program information: Location: Ginter […]
Join Scotchtown staff for a special tour of the manor house that focuses on special and unique pieces in our collection. During the tour we will also discuss our recent furnishings research and look at how and why Scotchtown has changed over the years. This special tour happens on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am during […]
Join the local Fire Department to honor the fallen men and women of 9/11 and climb the Cape Henry lighthouse in memorial. Ten tower climbs equals the amount of stairs climbed on that day. Yellow remembrance roses will be available for purchase on site and will be placed at the base of the lighthouse. A […]
Join Scotchtown staff for a special tour of the manor house that focuses on special and unique pieces in our collection. During the tour we will also discuss our recent furnishings research and look at how and why Scotchtown has changed over the years. This special tour happens on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am during […]
What was the first insect documented by English colonists in Virginia? Why was a wildlife bill deemed too silly for the General Assembly in 1826? And what in the world is a “Virginia Nightingale?” Join us as we discover the surprising history of the animals in our own backyard during a Natural History Hike at […]
Join us at the John Marshall House for our collections tour where you will get an up-close look at objects that reveal the personal connections of Chief Justice John Marshall and the enduring ties carried forward by generations of his descendants. Examine name plates, serial numbers, makers’ marks, and engravings that help us piece together […]
Join us at the John Marshall House for our collections tour where you will get an up-close look at objects that reveal the personal connections of Chief Justice John Marshall and the enduring ties carried forward by generations of his descendants. Examine name plates, serial numbers, makers’ marks, and engravings that help us piece together […]
What was life like at Bacon's Castle in the 20th century when the home was owned by the Warren family and then by Preservation Virginia? Join us for a free 20th Century Focus Tour at 3pm! Come check out our photo displays, newspaper articles, and rarely seen collections objects. It's also your chance to see […]
Middleton’s research focuses on documenting and preserving African American agricultural and herbal traditions across Virginia by highlighting the innovations of Black farmers, growers and herbalists. Attend the presentation in person or online. Program information: Location: VCU Health Hub at 25th St. Date: Tuesday, September 15th Time: 3:45pm Online streaming link: https://meet.google.com/fxx-owfd-tgg For more information, contact […]
The Cape Henry Lighthouse protects mariners who are sailing across the ocean, but who protects the oceans? Learn how you can be a Marine Conservation Warrior and keep our oceans clean for all wildlife! This event is designed for kids and families. STEM Day tours start at 11am and 1pm. Tickets are $10 for adults […]
Join Scotchtown staff for a special tour of the manor house that focuses on special and unique pieces in our collection. During the tour we will also discuss our recent furnishings research and look at how and why Scotchtown has changed over the years. This special tour happens on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am during […]
Join Scotchtown staff for a special tour of the manor house that focuses on special and unique pieces in our collection. During the tour we will also discuss our recent furnishings research and look at how and why Scotchtown has changed over the years. This special tour happens on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am during […]
Ahoy there! Come visit the lighthouse and learn how to do many pirate activities such as making rope, tying knots, making signal flags, navigating open oceans and the art of scrimshaw. Of course no pirate day would be complete without a treasure hunt! Event tours take place at 11am and 2pm Tickets are $10 adults, […]
Exactly one-hundred years before the Declaration of Independence, a group of rebels marched on Virginia’s capital and burned it to the ground in an attempt to depose a government they saw as elitist.
Join Cape Henry Lighthouse staff and the Back Bay Astronomers as we close out the summer with a Great American Camp Out! The event starts at 7:30pm and ends at 11pm. Tickets include S'mores, ghost stories and learning about the stars and constellations with the Back Bay Astronomers. Adults are $10, Kids over 6 are […]
Join the Scotchtown staff at 11am and 2pm on Sunday, September 20th for a special focus tour in honor of constitution day! When the Constitution was sent to the states for approval in 1788, it faced heavy scrutiny; many detractors argued it did not adequately protect individual liberties, robbed the states of their sovereignty, and […]
Join Scotchtown staff for a special tour of the manor house that focuses on special and unique pieces in our collection. During the tour we will also discuss our recent furnishings research and look at how and why Scotchtown has changed over the years. This special tour happens on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am during […]
Join Scotchtown staff for a special tour of the manor house that focuses on special and unique pieces in our collection. During the tour we will also discuss our recent furnishings research and look at how and why Scotchtown has changed over the years. This special tour happens on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am during […]
Join the Cape Henry Lighthouse on the lookout at the Cape Henry Memorial Park overlooking the ocean as we read a children’s book related to the ocean and lighthouse. Stick around for a fun quick craft that accompanies the book that you can take home! --- This event is free and open to the public. […]
It will be a day of dancing and music at Scotchtown! Join the Virginia Home Spun Dance Ensemble as they dance through the centuries exploring music from 1760 to 1860. Demonstrations will occur at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Each dance demo will be around 45 minutes long and the audience will have a chance to […]
Worldwide Day of Play is dedicated to bringing opportunities for joyful learning through play to museums and their communities, with a focus on getting kids and their families up, out, and playing around! Bring your family to Bacon's Castle to enjoy the outdoors and play games including Hoop n Stick, Graces, Croquet, Sack Races and […]
Join us for a once in a lifetime opportunity! Watch the sunset over the Chesapeake Bay from the top of the historic Cape Henry Lighthouse. Tickets are $10, kids under 10 are free. This event is open to Military ID holders, DoW card holders, base pass holders, CAC holders and their families. --- Purchase Tickets […]
The Fresnel Lens revolutionized and assisted naval navigation with its invention in 1822. Join us on July 23rd at 7pm as we dive into the mechanics of how it projects light miles further than any other lens. Be introduced to the man who created the lens that changed navigation, Augustin Jean Fresnel, a French engineer.
Both Sarah Henry and Polly Marshall played important roles in the lives of their families, but their histories are often overshadowed by stories of hardship. Join Preservation Virginia for an online lecture that will delve into the myths surrounding these women and explore their lives and experiences beyond those familiar stories. Learn more about the […]
Calling all junior detectives and historians ages 6-12! Kids, bring your parents and join us Friday or Saturday in October at 10am for a hands-on interactive and engaging investigation into what life was like in an 18th century country manor house. This special children's focus tour will look at primary sources along with objects in […]
Calling all junior detectives and historians ages 6-12! Kids, bring your parents and join us Friday or Saturday in October at 10am for a hands-on interactive and engaging investigation into what life was like in an 18th century country manor house. This special children's focus tour will look at primary sources along with objects in […]
This focus tour explores the experiences of the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked at the John Marshall House from 1790 to 1835. Discover what daily life was like for those held in bondage, learn the names and stories of individuals enslaved at the site, and gain a deeper understanding of how […]
Crumbling castles, dark foreboding landscapes, supernatural and mysterious characters, disturbing and horrifying stories! Spend an evening at Scotchtown and experience the true terror of the early Gothic literary movement as you meet the authors of some of the most chilling and haunting stories and novels of the 18th and 19th centuries. Guest interpreters will be […]