Oyster Shell Bagging Days
Friends of the Rappahannock is bagging OYSTER shells on 03-21-26 in WEEMS from 10:00a-12:30p … VOLUNTEER … and make a nice difference https://riverfriends.org/calendar-item/spring-oysters/.
The Holly & The Ivy with the Chesapeake Chorale
Celebrate the season at Historic Christ Church with traditional songs, carols, and music. Join in this seasonal songfest in the beautifully “greened” church. Dress warmly. Refreshments follow. Admission: 2 non-perishable […]
John H. Hunt II Chesapeake History Forum
Amy Stallings presents. Tickets required.
Thomas Jefferson and John Adams: An All-American Friendship
Nationally acclaimed historian and Monticello President & CEO Dr. Jane Kamensky explores the relationship between two of America’s most important founders. A leading historian of early America and the United […]
“A Perfect Frenzy”
Author Andrew Lawler speaks on his 2025 book A Perfect Frenzy: A Royal Governor, His Black Allies, and the Crisis That Spurred the American Revolution. Wine and cheese reception with […]
Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Patriotic celebration and reading of the Declaration of Independence inside Historic Christ Church. With the Cobbs Hall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Richard Henry Lee […]
Hands-On History Day at Historic Christ Church & Museum
Step back in time with this exciting program in colonial Virginia history. Make a brick by hand, write with a quill pen, make a grave rubbing, play colonial games, create […]
“Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation”
Special traveling exhibition from the Virginia Museum of History & Culture explores the unique and essential people, events and sites in Virginia that helped bring liberty and democracy to a […]
“ALL Men are Created Equal:” The Declaration of Independence and Black Freedom Suits & Freedom Petitions
The Declaration of Independence asserted that “all men are created equal” and have natural rights and the right of self-government by consent. Slavery contradicted these core principles of the Declaration […]
Kirkin’ o’ th’ Tartans
Traditional Scottish blessing & celebration. Full tartan/ Scottish church service. Co-Sponsored with the Kilmarnock District; Pipe Band, St. Andrew’s Society of Williamsburg, Grace Church Kilmarnock.
NNK250 Speaker Series: Dr. Daniel Dreisbach
“The Virginia Declaration of Rights at 250” – Dr. Daniel Dreisbach The Virginia Declaration of Rights, adopted unanimously by Virginia’s Fifth Convention on June 12, 1776, is a seminal, post-colonial […]
Enjoy High Tea with a Colonial Flair
Enjoy an afternoon tea with an array of delicious finger foods, sweets and a special appearance by a character from colonial Virginia. Tickets required.
Cantori Choral Ensemble
In keeping with choral music which would have been performed during the eighteenth century, Cantori Choral Ensemble will present a program of all a cappella music. Included in the selections […]
Easter Festivities
Join us at Compass on Saturday, April 4th 2026. We will have a Bunny Brunch at Meridian Restaurant from 11 – 1PM ($25), Egg Hunt at 2PM, and Pictures with […]
Poisoned Dwarf (Music)
Poisoned Dwarf will be LOCAL 4/11 at Historic Christ Church & Museum [WEEMS] …THAT gal was a LOCALOCAL for many years -taught so many kiddos how to play the . […]
Beyond The Bookshelf: A Readers Retreat
Escape to Irvington & Kilmarnock, Virginia for three days of literary bliss at this exclusive book retreat, hosted by The Bookshelf on Church. Nestled in the heart of Virginia’s Northern […]
Valentine’s Day Dinner
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with an intimate dining experience at The Colonnade at The Hope and Glory Inn Please note: Very limited availability remains! From February 13th through 15th, […]
February Wine Dinner
We are now accepting Reservations for our February Wine Dinner at 6PM on Wednesday, February 25th.Five Courses of Creole-Cajun style comfort food from Chef Byrd paired with Five Wines from […]
Love is in the Air
Step into a world of unique flowers, hearts, and swoon-worthy art—just in time for Valentine’s Day. Find the perfect gift for your special someone with a one-of-a-kind piece created by […]
Summer Book Retreat in Irvington
Remember summer vacation? That blissful time when your only job was to read whatever you wanted, whenever you wanted? We’re bringing it back—but with better snacks, grown-up beverages, and ideal […]