The History is Coming To Us!
We are thrilled to announce that the new VA250 Mobile Museum will be coming to our beautiful town! We've been selected by the VA250 - American Revolution 250 Commission to host this incredible traveling exhibit, and we can’t wait to share it with you!
The museum will be set up behind the Gloucester Museum of History from April 2nd-6th – perfect timing for our Gloucester residents, neighboring counties & those planning to attend the 39th Annual Daffodil Festival!
Stay tuned for hours and more details, which will be shared soon!
Make sure you’re following Visit Gloucester Facebook & Instagram, and the official Daffodil Festival - Gloucester, Virginia on Facebook for all the latest updates. You can also check our websites for additional info.
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
(Coming Soon!)
Shop, Dine, Stay
Commemorating The American Revolution in Gloucester
May 18, 2025 2:00PM-3:00PM | 6504 Main Street
Give Me Liberty… Raising the County Militia in 1775
November 10, 2024 2:00PM-3:00PM
Celebrating Gloucester’s Veterans - Second Sunday Series
March 16, 2025 2:00PM-3:00PM
She Made History
December 8, 2024 2:00PM-5:00PM
Waiting For Washington at The Edge Hill House
PAST EVENTS
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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