Upcoming Events
Rick 'n Roast presented by The Fairfield Foundation
Join us for a FREE event about limerick burning, a historic method once used by brick masons to roast oyster shells for mortar. The demonstration will show how oyster shells were turned into a vital building material.
Freedom Lost Freedom Gained. The Pressing of Dunmore’s Proclamation
Experience "Freedom – Freedom Lost, Freedom Gained: The Pressing of Dunmore’s Proclamation"—a powerful living history performance presented by Shades of Our Past and the Watermen’s Museum.
The Early Postal History of Gloucester County
Local historian Andy Graff will discuss Virginia’s postal history, with local emphasis, and showcase examples from his collection of envelopes and postmarks from Gloucester County.
Exhibit Dedication and Opening Reception: The History of Gloucester
Join the Gloucester Museum of History for the unveiling and dedication of its newly completed second-floor exhibit.
The York River Oyster Revolution
Dr. Martin Gallivan will present archaeological research on 1,400 years of Native settlement along the lower York River. Beginning around AD 200, Indigenous communities pioneered oyster fishery management and founded permanent villages long before agriculture. His talk highlights their sustainable practices and enduring lessons in environmental stewardship.
Communion of Hearts: Adrienne el Gilbert - Historical Drama
Following on the heels of General Lafayette’s triumphant Farewell Tour (1824-1825), we find him communing, as he often did, with his dear departed wife, Adrienne. They share with us their thoughts, their reminiscences, and their love.
Tavern Concert: Music of the Revolution
Enjoy an afternoon of 18th and early 19th century compositions inspired by the American Revolution performed in the historic setting of our 1770 tavern ballroom!
Battle of The Hook- Commemoration Ceremony
Join us on October 3, 2025, to commemorate the 244th anniversary of the Battle of the Hook.
Woodville Rosenwald School Foundation Fish Fry Dinner
Join the Woodville Rosenwald School Foundation Descendants Community Committee on Saturday, September 27th, from 12–4 PM for a special community gathering!
Gloucester Get Together - We the People: A Yorktown Battlefield Event
Gloucester County, Virginia, home of the American Revolution's second surrender, is proud to support the We the People: A Yorktown Battlefield Event- Revolutionary Festival and Ken Burns' new documentary screening.
This page will track all the local celebrations that Gloucester neighbors can partake in as we salute Yorktown!
E Pluribus Unum: Freedom Through Fashion & Fabric Pop-up Exhibition & Community Workshop
Throughout the exhibition, regional textile and fashion designers and makers will contribute their own works to the display, showcasing the rich tradition of fiber arts in our community. Stay tuned for our upcoming exhibition talk with experts and artists whose work intersects art and history—exploring how textiles have shaped identity, resistance, and cultural expression across generations.
Legacy Room Open House : Bethel Baptist Church
Explore the Legacy Room at Bethel Baptist Church
A Front Row Seat to American Victory at Yorktown
Learn about Little England and its role in the victory at Yorktown
Dedication of Remembrance Structure at Rosewell
A dedication service will be held at Rosewell on Sunday, June 1 at 3 pm to celebrate past resilience and embrace renewal at the Remembrance Structure constructed on the manor’s north side.
Waiting For Washington at The Edge Hill House- Second Sunday Series
Waiting for Washington at the Edgehill House
James Armistead Lafayette - Second Sunday Series
James Armistead Lafayette- Second Sunday Series
From Colony To Country - Fairfield Foundation
From Colony to Country presented by the Fairfield Foundation
250th Anniversary of the Gloucester Resolves
Second Sunday Series: The Gloucester Resolves
Gloucester Revolutionary War Living History Weekend
Gloucester Revolutionary War Living History Weekend - Daffodil Festival