Virginia Rep’s “Chasing George Washington: A White House Adventure” brings history to life and demonstrates themes of belonging, connection, and representation.
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Learn more about the history and cultures of the enslaved Africans and African Americans who lived and labored at Stratford Hall. Admission, includes the audio tour, The Crossroads: African and…
In honor of William Shakespeare’s birthday, enjoy a guided tour of Agecroft Hall’s unique Shakespeare Garden. William Shakespeare’s writings reflect beliefs in witchcraft, fairies, and the “language of flowers” that…
Join tour guide Matt Rowlett in character as a member of the Dauntesey family for a lively retelling of English and Celtic tales. Experience storytelling as a guest in the…
This 45-minute guided garden tour to see the blooming daffodils and learn about Renaissance gardens while walking through our beautiful grounds. What do Chief Powhatan’s cloak, King Henry VIII, Mediterranean…
See thousands of tulip blooms on this 45-minute guided garden tour. Learn about tulipmania in early 1600s Europe and the transformation of the gardens at Agecroft Hall in the 20th…
Adapted from the top-ranking history podcast, step into a night of American history-telling, live music, and multimedia. History That Doesn’t Suck with Professor Greg Jackson is the first 100 years…
Program will include a story, interactive tour of a re-created 17th century site, and a make-and-take craft. Visit Henricus.org for more details on the day’s theme and registration. All children…
To celebrate Shakespeare’s 460th birthday, there will be a full day of entertainment: dances, games, songs, and other merry activities. Wander through the Shakespeare Garden and join the living history…
This tour explores the role of love in Tudor England. Learn the forgotten meaning behind everyday objects such as jewelry and flowers. Join in the search for evidence of expressions…
Witness Patrick Henry Convince his Fellow Delegates to Take Up Arms Against the King!A reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention in March 1775, when Patrick Henry gives his Liberty or…
Visit St. John’s Church, the location of the Second Virginia Convention, and hear the fascinating story of Patrick Henry and his ‘Liberty or Death” speech in the heady days on…
