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Virginia’s semiquincentennial is not simply about our past. How we commemorate our founding also impacts our present and our future.

The official account of America Made in Virginia, established to commemorate Virginia's role in the 250th anniversary of American independence. ✏️ Sign up for our newsletter https://va250.org/newsletter/ Established in 2020 to commemorate Virginia’s role in the 250th anniversary of American independence, the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) aims to form a more perfect union by educating Virginians about their history and civic duty and sharing diverse narratives that capture Virginia’s complete story and role in shaping the nation. This is why the Virginia 250 Commission has chosen “To Form a More Perfect Union” as our theme. Our founders knew there was more work required two hundred and ﬁfty years ago, and work remains to be done. Our overarching goals are:

to educate Virginians, including our students, about our history, our founding ideals and our system of government;
to engage every community and all regions in events that tell a complete story; and
to inspire Virginians to commit to American citizenship.

“Virginia’s History is America’s Story” is more than a tagline on marketing collateral. Virginia has always been the crucible of our nation, from our founding to the present day. The ﬁrst colonists arrived in Virginia. The ﬁrst encounters with indigenous peoples occurred here. The ﬁrst ships carrying the enslaved landed here. The ﬁrst representative government was formed here. The famous speeches, critical debates and major events that led to the movement for independence and sparked a revolution happened here. The Fincastle Resolutions, the Bill of Rights, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were all written by Virginians. Because of the leadership role Virginia has always played in our nation, VA250 leads the nation in the commemoration of our semiquincentennial.

10/30/2026

𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀: 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗘𝗻𝘀𝗹𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗰𝗼𝗮𝘁
What did freedom mean during the American Revolution? Explore the story of London Pleasants, a Virginia man whose life was shaped by war, enslavement, military service, and the pursuit of liberty during one of the most consequential periods in American history.

📍 Meadow Farm Museum, 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060
📅 November 4, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Learn more: 👉 https://buff.ly/KERyaum

Henrico County Recreation & Parks

10/29/2026

🎃 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝗼𝗿-𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗻 🎃
Celebrate Halloween at Mount Vernon with trick-or-treating, live music, demonstrations, family activities, and a chance to meet George and Martha Washington.

📍 George Washington's Mount Vernon
📅 October 31, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Learn more:
👉 https://buff.ly/Qt37sAF

10/28/2026

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10/27/2026

Before there was Plymouth, there was Berkeley.

Join us at Berkeley Plantation for the Virginia Thanksgiving Festival, commemorating the 1619 arrival of the Good Ship Margaret and the first official English Thanksgiving observed in the New World. Enjoy a day of living history, family activities, music, demonstrations, cultural performances, food, and special programming that brings Virginia's story to life.

This year's festival also features the Mobile Museum, interactive exhibits, and a reenactment of the 1619 landing that helped shape the Commonwealth's history.

📍 Berkeley Plantation | Charles City, VA
📅 November 1, 2026
⏰ Festival begins at 11:00 AM
🎟️ $25 per car

Learn more: 👉 https://buff.ly/OQzhk7c

10/26/2026

The Fairfield Foundation is having a special dig this year during Archaeology month on Halloween. Get in your favorite costume and get your hands dirty during this family-friendly event that blends real excavation with storytelling.

📍 The Fairfield Foundation | Gloucester, VA
🗓️ Saturday, October 31
⏰ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
👉 https://buff.ly/0obMpT3

10/25/2026

𝗛𝗮𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿🕯️
Take a tour of the historic Lee-Fendall House at night! A quieter, cozier experience in Old Town Alexandria, this tour covers the history of the house and the ghostly stories from within its walls.
📍 Lee-Fendall House | Alexandria, VA
📅 October 30
⏰ 7 - 9 pm
👉 https://buff.ly/ntunBRN
National Trust for Historic Preservation | Historic Alexandria, VA

10/24/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮'𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗵?
You may know of Virginia's state bird, state flower, or state motto but what about state dish? We actually don't have one...yet.

This is where you come in. What is our state's most iconic dish? Is it country ham? Brunswick stew? Chesapeake crab cake? Cast your vote for Virginia's most iconic dish today! https://buff.ly/d4TVpjP

America250 Goldbelly

10/23/2026

The Library of Virginia, in partnership with Old Dominion University (ODU), invites you to visit “Envisioning Revolution: Virginians in Action,” the Library's exhibition on view through Dec. 31, 2026. The exhibition features artwork from students in ODU's Department of Art who created works that envision Virginians discovered in legislative petitions submitted to the state between 1776 and 1786. Those portraits and petitions, along with related research, provide insight into the diverse voices and revolutionary spirit of the time.

Learn more at https://www.lva.virginia.gov/events/exhibitions/envisioning-revolution

America Made in Virginia

10/23/2026

🍂 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗻 🍂
This weekend, celebrate autumn through 18th-century activities, farm demonstrations, foodways, and family-friendly experiences at George Washington's Mount Vernon.

📍 George Washington's Mount Vernon
📅 October 24-25, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn more:
👉 https://buff.ly/hHPbM4O

10/22/2026

𝗔𝗜 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
What can the American Revolution teach us about navigating the AI Revolution? Join Margaret Hu for a thought-provoking discussion exploring innovation, law, governance, and the future.

📍 William & Mary Law School | Williamsburg, VA
📅 October 24, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Learn more:
👉 https://buff.ly/KefyVmo

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Richmond, VA
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