Join us on Tuesday, July 1, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! During Virginia’s struggle for independence in 1775, Virginia’s Third Convention established Sixteen Virginia Military Districts, including the Culpeper District (Counties of Orange, Culpeper, and Fauquier). Culpeper’s District quickly formed the Culpeper Regular Rifle Company and Minute Battalion in the […]
The Museum of Culpeper History presents Culpeper Hosts a Hero, the first exhibit to highlight General Lafayette’s historic visit to our town in August 1825. Rarely noted in official records of his tour of the United States, the Frenchman’s short stop in Culpeper was documented in detail by Capt. Philip Slaughter, Culpeper native and Revolutionary […]
The American Friends of Lafayette’s six-banner traveling exhibit tells the important stories of Lafayette’s life and legacy, including his participation in the American Revolution, his critical role in cementing the Franco-American Alliance, his lifelong passion for human rights, including the abolition of slavery, support for women's rights and women authors, religious tolerance, and support for […]
Join us on Tuesday, June 3, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! As we approach the 250th anniversary of the formation of the Culpeper Minutemen, it is important to acknowledge the legacy they left behind. This month, Museum of Culpeper History Executive Director John Christiansen will discuss how the Culpeper Minutemen […]
The Culpeper National Cemetery is a distinguishing feature of the downtown landscape. The museum is excited to partner with the cemetery and offer a walking tour of this sacred space. Join Jeff Joyce, Culpeper National Cemetery volunteer and Air Force veteran, and Jessica Shimko, Culpeper National Cemetery Program Support Assistant, as they lead a walking […]
On May 26 Americans will honor service men and women who died while defending our nation. Join us as Culpeper National Cemetery volunteer and Air Force veteran Jeff Joyce shares the history of Memorial Day, from the early decoration of Civil War graves with flowers to today’s annual day of mourning and remembrance.
This summer is the 250th anniversary of the creation of the Culpeper Minutemen militia. Join us as local historian Dennis Loba discusses the typical clothing, weapons, and accouterments worn and used by local colonists before and at the beginning of the American Revolution. This program will be held at the museum. Space is limited so […]
Have you ever heard of Grace Sherwood, Peter Francisco, Mary Richards, or John Henry? They were Virginians whose stories have become legendary. Help the team of Legendary Virginians find the tools they need to complete their mission all week from March 15 through March 22. Join us for a special Virginia Legends presentation at 2:00 […]
Join us on Tuesday, March 4 at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! The Civil War helped to establish the role of nurses as we know it today. Join the Museum of Culpeper History as we celebrate Women’s History Month and learn about several women who helped define this ever-evolving position during […]
Join us on Tuesday, February 11 at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! The Museum is excited to once again collaborate with members of the African American Heritage Alliance. Panelists Angela Chapman, Charles Jamison, Jane Pollard, and Moderator Zann Nelson will address the commitment and activism required and delivered by the Black […]
January 2025 – a new day, a new month, a new year, a new quarter century! Come explore the concept of time and the way we measure it. Participants will get to create a yearly calendar with various holidays on it and then construct a sand timer to take home. “Elementary Explorers” is an interactive […]
Join us on Tuesday, January 7 at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! 19th Century Photographer Greg Farley takes you on a journey back to the days of the Civil War Photographers. Greg will expose you to what life was like to be a Civil War Photographer and how it changed the […]