From historical reenactments and public programming to cultural events and art exhibitions, Gloucester's 250th commemoration will be filled with unforgettable experiences for residents and visitors alike. With an emphasis on education, preservation, and community, we will strive to engage all people from all backgrounds to highlight the diverse history and heritage of Gloucester County. Regularly check our website for updates on future programming!
Events
History
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July
13 - Lecture: Little England Presentation During the th American Revolution - Buck’s Store Museum 2PM
22nd - Visions of Virginia - Exhibit Opening - The Gloucester Fine Arts Museum
August
9th- Open House: Bethel Baptist Church Legacy Room - Bethel Baptist Church 10-2PM
17th - From Colony To Country - Drama at Gloucester Colonial Courthouse
Commemorating The American Revolution in Gloucester
Upcoming Events
September
14th - Exhibit Opening: Fashion & Textiles - The Gloucester Fine Arts Museum
October
3rd - 244th Anniversary of the Battle of The Hook - Abingdon Park
12th - Exhibit Opening Reception - Gloucester Museum of History
31st - Program - The Witch of Pungo - Gloucester Main Street Association
November
9th - 250th Program - details TBD - Rosewell
December
Dec 14th- Historic Holiday Tour- Open Houses - Multiple Locations
A Front Row Seat To American Victory in Yorktown
An Historical & Pictorial Tour of ‘LITTLE ENGLAND’
July 13, 2025 2:00PM | Buck’s Store & Museum
Open House: Bethel Baptist Church Legacy Room
August 9, 2025 10:00AM-2:00PM | Bethel Baptist Church
PAST EVENTS
June 1, 2025 3:00PM | 5113 Old Rosewell Lane, Gloucester VA 23061
Dedication of Remembrance Structure at Rosewell
June 8, 2025 12:00PM-4:00PM | Rosewell Ruins
May 18, 2025 2:00PM-3:00PM | 6504 Main Street
Give Me Liberty… Raising the County Militia in 1775
PAST-November 10, 2024 2:00PM-3:00PM
Celebrating Gloucester’s Veterans - Second Sunday Series
PAST-December 8, 2024 2:00PM-5:00PM
Waiting For Washington at The Edge Hill House
PAST - March 16, 2025 2:00PM-3:00PM
She Made History
PAST- April 6-7 2024
Gloucester Revolutionary War Living History Weekend – Gloucester Museum of History
PAST-July 14, 2024
250th Anniversary of the Gloucester Resolves – Living History Performance – Gloucester Court House
PAST-August 11, 2024
General Lafayette – Sunday Speaker Series – Gloucester Court House
PAST- September 8th, 2024
James Armistead Lafayette- Sunday Speaker Series - Gloucester County House
PAST-October 13, 2024 10:00AM-4:00PM
Celebrate Indigenous People’s Weekend at Machicomoco State Park!
PAST- October 18, 2024 1:30PM-2:00PM
Memorial Dedication Ceremony- Honoring French Soldiers of The Battle of The Hook
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