Virginia American Revolution 250 Commemoration

The Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) invites you to start commemorating America’s 250th year in the state that started it all. Learn more at VA250.org.

Over the next 12 months, we'll be celebrating 250 years of America in Virginia. Scientific research in 1776 laid the foundation for many of the innovations we see today in the fields of medicine, chemistry, engineering and more. By looking back, we gain a better understanding of…

Madison and Lafayette: The “Nation’s Guest” Visits Montpelier – Virtual Program August 22nd On the 200th anniversary of Lafayette’s final visit to Montpelier, join Senior Research Historian Hilarie Hicks for a virtual lecture on Lafayette’s Farewell Tour, his friendship with..

This past Saturday, we welcomed @TheWanderingHi1 to Red Hill! Patrick Jolly gave an incredible tour of the grounds, sharing fascinating insights into the life and legacy of Patrick Henry. It was a wonderful morning filled with history, storytelling, and great company. A…

THANK YOU Mount Vernon! It's always so impactful to stand where George Washington stood, to see the same view of the river he so admired, and to lay a wreath at his and Mrs. Washington's tomb. It was a wonderful experience to bring our We The Future Contest Winners to Mount…