Our annual family holiday program is back, and we have even more to offer this year! Get into the holiday spirit at Scotchtown with holiday themed crafts, tours and much more! Open house tours Costumed interpreters Hot chocolate bar, cookies and story reading Holiday Craft Preservation Virginia members and children 6 and under receive free …

Have you ever wanted to wander through Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown appreciating the architecture of this 300-year-old house? Have you longed to see parts of the house not usually open to the public?  In this special November program, you can explore Scotchtown from the attic to the cellar with one of our museum educators during the …

While it may feel at times as though our day to day lives never change, they are completely different to those of Colonial Virginians. Come out to Scotchtown throughout the month of October for our Day in the Life focus tour to learn a little more about some of the differences! Guided tours will be …

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 various and natural dyes to replicate at home! Regular ticketing prices apply. …

Perfect for those who have wondered what we are digging up at Scotchtown! In The Dirt on Scotchtown, you will hear accounts of the various archaeological digs conducted at Patrick Henry’s former home, as well as an up-close look at some of the discoveries found in the grounds over the years. Come experience this special …

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 provided the newly-empowered national government with the ability to curtail the institution of slavery. Learn about Patrick Henry’s role as a leading …

Join us on First Responder Appreciation Day with 50% discounted admission and refreshments for EMS, Firefighters, Police Officers and their families.  Book ahead of time to reserve a spot on one of our hourly tours! …

Have you thought about how Scotchtown came to be and what was happening here before Patrick Henry? This tour along the Scotchtown Nature Trail offers the chance to learn about life in the area before European inhabitants and how various populations would interact with the environment during the 18th century. If you would like to …

The Scotchtown Fiber Festival returns this spring with demonstrations, vendors, children’s activities and more. Check back closer to the event as we will continue to update the happenings on this event page! Ticketing link coming soon. …