Upcoming Events

Nov
18

Haunted History Tours at Bacon’s Castle

Nov 18, 2023

7:00 pm — 8:00 pm

8:15 pm — 9:15 pm

9:30 pm — 10:30 pm

Dec 2, 2023

7:00 pm — 8:00 pm

8:15 pm — 9:15 pm

9:30 pm — 10:30 pm

Would you like to visit Bacon’s Castle at night and hear spooky stories from the past? Come for a guided tour through the castle and hear tales of eerie happenings. Join our Haunted History Tour for a exciting opportunity to walk through the 357-year-old halls at night at 8 p.m. or 9:15 p.m. on any …

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Nov
1

Cards and Cookies for the Troops

Nov 1, 2023 - Dec 6, 2023

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Extend some holiday cheer to our troops deployed overseas this season. Card making supplies, including paper, stickers and markers, will be provided by Cape Henry Lighthouse and available in the visitor’s center for use in creating holiday cards. Consider donating a pre-packaged, sealed snack to complete our holiday care package. Donations and cards will be …

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Dec
9

Frost Fair at Bacon’s Castle

Dec 9, 2023

10:00 am — 4:00 pm

Join us for our holiday celebration as we remember the festivals of yesteryear when the River Thames in London froze solid and revelry ensued! Our version will feature rollicking entertainment by the Knights before Christmas, seasonal food and beverages, open house Christmas tours of the Castle, stalls with a variety of vendors, a visit by …

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Dec
9

Scotchtown Holiday Cheer Program

Dec 9, 2023

10:00 am — 4:00 pm

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 …

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