A week-long, hands-on educational experience in which you will work side-by-side with professional archaeologists on actual archaeological research sites on the Montpelier property. Learn the techniques and processes of archaeology…
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This 65-70 minute outdoor walking tour explores James Madison’s critical role as “Architect” of the Bill of Rights. Walking and pausing on the Montpelier landscape, participants will compare Madison’s proposals…
Experience eighteenth-century history, explore the gardens and grounds, see our ninth president’s birthplace, and walk the same floors as our founding fathers. Colonial games and children’s activities.Repeats June 19th and…
This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion. The Jones-Stewart…
Explore their collection of portraits through the designs of jewelry and hats worn in English royal and aristocratic social circles during the Tudor and Stuart eras (1485-1711). Join tour guide…
James Madison’s Montpelier and The Valentine Museum partner to explore religious freedom, democracy, and the U.S. Constitution. The second of a three part series, Eola Dance will guide a discussion…
Take advantage of this day during Spring Break and participate in activities specially created for children and families.
Celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday at Agecroft Hall and Gardens with a free outdoor party, including dances, games demonstrations, and more.
Recognize the accomplishments of women throughout history through various programs and venues in Richmond.
The year is 1601, and Queen Elizabeth has arrived with her courtiers at Agecroft Hall in Lancashire, England, while touring the country during the Queen’s Royal Progress. This Renaissance “romp”…
Celebrate the birthday of Thomas Jefferson at his childhood home. Food offerings available, plant and wine sales, tours of the main house, and more. Pre-purchase for a discount on tickets.
John Banister invited fellow Dinwiddie Second VA Convention Delegate William Watkins and Patrick Henry to join him at Battersea to further discuss Henry’s “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death”…
