Museum Explorers

A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its relate......More

A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its related themes. This program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. Registration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Use the links below to sign up: February 5: Register February 19: Register March 5: Register March 19: Register April 2: Register

Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center, 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States

Chocolate Through the Senses

Join us at Historic Blenheim for a special hands-on program presented as part of the Chocolate Lovers Festival in Fairfax City! Families are invited to explore how colonial chocolate differed from the sweet treats we enjoy today through a series of interactive sensory s......More

Join us at Historic Blenheim for a special hands-on program presented as part of the Chocolate Lovers Festival in Fairfax City! Families are invited to explore how colonial chocolate differed from the sweet treats we enjoy today through a series of interactive sensory stations. Smell the spices once mixed into 18th century chocolate, feel the texture of cacao in its raw forms, and taste American Heritage Chocolate inspired by historic recipes. Then compare it with modern chocolate to see how flavors have evolved over time. A fun, engaging experience for chocolate lovers of all ages!

Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim, 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States

Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House Tours for Chocolate Lovers Festival

Step back in time and experience the charm of Fairfax’s history with a tour of this beautifully preserved historic gem! Take a peek into the 18th and 19th centuries with knowledgeable guides who will share the fascinating stories about the house and its rich heritage. E......More

Step back in time and experience the charm of Fairfax’s history with a tour of this beautifully preserved historic gem! Take a peek into the 18th and 19th centuries with knowledgeable guides who will share the fascinating stories about the house and its rich heritage. Explore rooms and architecture that have stood the test of time. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious, this tour is a sweet opportunity to immerse yourself in the past while enjoying the festival atmosphere. It’s the perfect mix of culture, history, and fun you won’t want to miss!

Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House, 10386 Main St, Fairfax, 22030, United States

Chocolate Through the Senses

Join us at Historic Blenheim for a special hands-on program presented as part of the Chocolate Lovers Festival in Fairfax City! Families are invited to explore how colonial chocolate differed from the sweet treats we enjoy today through a series of interactive sensory s......More

Join us at Historic Blenheim for a special hands-on program presented as part of the Chocolate Lovers Festival in Fairfax City! Families are invited to explore how colonial chocolate differed from the sweet treats we enjoy today through a series of interactive sensory stations. Smell the spices once mixed into 18th century chocolate, feel the texture of cacao in its raw forms, and taste American Heritage Chocolate inspired by historic recipes. Then compare it with modern chocolate to see how flavors have evolved over time. A fun, engaging experience for chocolate lovers of all ages!

Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim, 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States

Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House Tours for Chocolate Lovers Festival

Step back in time and experience the charm of Fairfax’s history with a tour of this beautifully preserved historic gem! Take a peek into the 18th and 19th centuries with knowledgeable guides who will share the fascinating stories about the house and its rich heritage. E......More

Step back in time and experience the charm of Fairfax’s history with a tour of this beautifully preserved historic gem! Take a peek into the 18th and 19th centuries with knowledgeable guides who will share the fascinating stories about the house and its rich heritage. Explore rooms and architecture that have stood the test of time. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious, this tour is a sweet opportunity to immerse yourself in the past while enjoying the festival atmosphere. It’s the perfect mix of culture, history, and fun you won’t want to miss!

Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House, 10386 Main St, Fairfax, 22030, United States

Guest Lecture: Battles and Bacteria

In lieu of our monthly HFCI board meeting, please join us for a free public lecture on: Battles and Bacteria: How the Civil War Sparked Insights on InfectionMeridian High School senior Anna Gray discusses the role Civil War medicine played in shaping the history of infe......More

In lieu of our monthly HFCI board meeting, please join us for a free public lecture on: Battles and Bacteria: How the Civil War Sparked Insights on InfectionMeridian High School senior Anna Gray discusses the role Civil War medicine played in shaping the history of infectious disease treatment. She will share her exploration of medical practices before the war, consider how wartime conditions influenced treatments and hygiene, and assess the long-term impacts on medical history. About the PresenterAnna Gray is an IB candidate at Meridian High School and founder of the Future Doctors of America Club at MHS. Her academic interests are in STEM, literature, history, and medicine. For her International Baccalaureate Extended Essay, Anna researched Civil War medicine and its role in advancing treatments for infectious diseases, exploring how wartime challenges shaped modern medical practices.

Fairfax City Hall Work Session Room, 10455 Armstrong St., Fairfax, 22030, United States

Museum Skills: Historic Artifacts

The first program in a series that focuses on children learning different museum- and history-related skills. Participants will learn about the importance of historical objects by looking at examples housed at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture for the Un/bound:......More

The first program in a series that focuses on children learning different museum- and history-related skills. Participants will learn about the importance of historical objects by looking at examples housed at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture for the Un/bound: Free Black Virginians exhibit, discussing why objects are important to preserve and learning how to properly assess, handle and display a real historical object. This program is for ages 9-13. All registrants must be accompanied by an adult. This is a City of Fairfax VA250th Commemoration program. Register on the City’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Museum-Skills-Historic-Artifacts

Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center, 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States

Museum Explorers

A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its relate......More

A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its related themes. This program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. Registration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Use the links below to sign up: February 5: Register February 19: Register March 5: Register March 19: Register April 2: Register

Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center, 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States

Museum Explorers

A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its relate......More

A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its related themes. This program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs. Registration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult. Use the links below to sign up: February 5: Register February 19: Register March 5: Register March 19: Register April 2: Register

Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center, 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States

HFCI Board Meeting

Monthly meeting of the Historic Fairfax City, Inc. board of directors. Free and open to the public.

Fairfax City Hall Work Session Room, 10455 Armstrong St., Fairfax, 22030, United States

Abigail Adams Founding Mother

In Abigail: Founding Mother, national award-winning actor and storyteller, Megan Wells, brings Abigail Adams to life. In this humorous and historically accurate portrayal, Megan Wells vivifies the full measure of Abigail’s contribution to our democracy.  Behind the scen......More

In Abigail: Founding Mother, national award-winning actor and storyteller, Megan Wells, brings Abigail Adams to life. In this humorous and historically accurate portrayal, Megan Wells vivifies the full measure of Abigail’s contribution to our democracy.  Behind the scenes but very firm, Abigail rode the risky edge of feminine power.  Not too much, not too little – choose your words carefully – just right.  Relevant, moving and wry with wit, Megan’s Abigail awakens new perspectives of how we must “remember the ladies.”

Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim, 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States