Save the date for the adults and kids Easter egg hunt!

Egg hunts for kids are $7 and for adults, egg hunts are $16. Adults will have adult themed prizes, such as gift certificates to the winery. If there are spaces available the day of, prices will be $10 for kids and $20 for adults.

For more information, click here.

Enjoy the beautiful spring weather at Smith Mountain Lake with the Easter Bunny!

Bring your own basket and head to the Discovery Center for an Easter egg hunt. There will be over 1,700 eggs to find. If you find the golden eggs, be sure to hand them to a ranger for a special prize.

In addition to the Easter egg hunt, there will be crafts, hay wagon rides, and more!

For more information, click here.

Mike Stevens was a development economist who bought Bonny Brook Farm with his wife in 1992. He was born in England, lived in Africa and the Far East, before finally settling in America in 1985. The restoration of Bonny Brook became his passion, and efforts from the PEC and other organizations will be done to preserve Bonny Brook in his honor.

To commemorate Mike after his passing in February, the PEC will allow people to take a one mile walk through the flowers, rain or shine. Outdoor clothing and boots are recommended, and pets are not allowed.

For more information, click here.

Join an experienced Cedar Mountain battlefield tour guide for a walk on the battlefield. Learn about the chronology of the battle, hear the stories of soldiers and civilians who were impacted by this battle, and visit the landmarks on the battlefield.

The tour starts at the visitors’ center and goes for about 45 minutes. Due to the nature of the terrain, tourists are advised to wear walking shoes, bring bug spray, and bottled water.

For more information, click here.

Join the Culpeper Museum for a two-hour walking tour through Culpeper, and learn about the role the town played in the Revolutionary War.

Tourists will learn about the people, places, and events that were shaped by Culpeper’s patriots, and how those activities were put into the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights, and other founding documents.

Museum staff members and volunteers will tell the tales of the Culpeper Minute Men, religious liberty, and the western expansion on the walking tour of downtown Culpeper.

Those who plan to attend should wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and dress/prepare for the weather. Tours will be held rain or shine, unless otherwise advertised.

Tickets are $10.

For more information, click here.

Join the Brandy Station Foundation for an evening with the American Battlefield Trust’s own Daniel Davis.

Enjoy some delicious food while Daniel provides you with facts about the Battle of Brandy Station, which was fought in June 1863.

The dinner will be held at the Culpeper Country Club, which is located at 2100 Country Club Road.

Tickets need to be purchased in advance, as seating is limited to 50 people. Tickets can be purchased here.

Enjoy your Friday evening by floating around the pool and collecting Easter eggs! Afterwards, pick up a goodie bag in the cafe, and be sure to meet and take a picture with the Easter Bunny.

This a free event for members, and $3 for children and non-members.

For more information, click here.

On this special commemorative walk, participants will follow the paths of Confederate and Union forces, discover the strategic importance of High Bridge, and hear compelling stories of bravery and sacrifice that unfolded in the historic region.

The program is free but a standard $5 per vehicle. Parking is located at Camp Paradise. Walking shoes and water are highly recommended.

For more information, click here.

Liberty Hall is hosting their annual seeded and natural relic hunt, and there are thousands of dollars-worth of relics on the property, plus the opportunity to hunt for natural relics.

During the Civil War, the plantation was occupied by both the CSA and the USA, and there are two Confederate canon emplacements on the property, as well as a large US camp presence.

Tickets are required and are $125 per person.

For more information, click here.

Join the Bristoe Station team for a cleanup of the park! Volunteers will participate in the tearing down and restacking of historic fences, pick up trash, mulch trails, cleaning signs, and removing brush.

Relive one of the most intense engagements of the Civil War, as Union and Confederate public historians bring to life the battle and immersive living history experiences.

Don’t miss the extraordinary opportunity to honor the brave men who fought at Sailor’s Creek, and witness living history event that forever altered the fate of our nation back in 1865.

For a full schedule of events and for more information, click here.

Join the Museum of Culpeper History for a weeklong Quest for Virginia Legends, starting this Saturday and ending on March 22nd.

Starting at 2:00, people can hear the tales of Virginians such as Peter Francisco and Grace Sherwood, and how they became famous legends in the Old Dominion State.

Help the team find the tools they need to complete their mission all week, and then create your own legendary figure!

Get your green on!

Join the Death Ridge Brewery for some St. Paddy’s Day beers and fun! Free pint raffles for those who participate!

Photo wall for shenanigans, live music, and food all day! Featuring Over The Top Chef, Trey Schneider, and The Virginia Rum Runners

Come join the fun as the Belmont Farm Distillery officially opens for the season, and celebrates St. Patrick’s Day!

There will be BBQ for sale, as well as live music and green beer. Bring the family, grab your beverage of choice, and enjoy your day at the farm!

Join the Museum of Culpeper History as they guide you on a walking tour of the Kelly’s Ford Battlefield.

The Battle of Kelly’s Ford was fought on March 17, 1863. Despite this battle being overshadowed by Brandy Station in June, this battle was part of the buildup to the much larger battle up in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Admission for this tour is $15 and you can claim your tickets here.

For more information about this tour, click here.

Hughes was born in February 1901 and has become one of the most prolific writers in American history. He is famous for his “Let America Be America Again”, and that is the foundation of the exhibit.

The museum will have this exhibit on display till December 31st and can be seen through an open appointment. For more information, click here.

Victoria Ferguson, Dr. Carole Nash, Catherine Hill, Dr. Eric Larsen, and Jennifer Hurst-Wender will provide attendees with an hour-long panel discussion about the indigenous presence in Germanna and how the area was a crossroads between the Native Americans and the Colonists for over three centuries.

Join the PEC Wildlife Habitat Restoration Coordinator, October Greenfield, to learn more about the decline of the grassland birds in Virginia, and the hard work of the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative.

Listen to a one-hour lecture series on the role of nurses in the Civil War in celebration of Women’s History Month.

Space is limited in the museum, so be sure to claim your ticket soon!

Click here for more information and to purchase your ticket.

Join Historic Germanna for an evening of music, history, and food.

The fundraiser is to help provide funds for the restoration and preservation of Hebron Lutheran Church, which is one of four remaining wooden churches from colonial Virginia.

Tickets are $100 per person, which includes a tour of the church, a behind the scenes of the preservation efforts, a German music concert, dinner, and transportation.

For more information, email info@germanna.org or call 540-423-1700.

At the State Theater, Charles Jameson will talk about the Patriots of Color and their service in the Revolutionary War.

The Culpeper Minuteman Chapter will recognize both Native Americans and African Americans who served in the Revolutionary War as we approach the 250th anniversary of America. 20 known Patriots of Color were Culpeper residents, and they will also be talked about.

Uncover more about the “Gray Fox” and how he became well-known in history. From childhood to death, trials to tribulation, guests will learn everything about General Robert E. Lee.

Join a ranger for a bird watching hike. Binoculars will be provided, or you can bring your own. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes.

Enjoy a one hour and one mile walk at Petersburg National Battlefield, where you can learn more about the Christmas Bird Count, and how to use binoculars.

19th century Civil War photographer Greg Farley will take you on a trip back to the 1860s to learn how Civil War photographers captured that bring to light how gruesome and brutal war was.

The event is held at the museum and is $5 per person and museum members are free. There is limited space, so buy tickets now or pay at the door.

Join rangers for a lesson on the habitat and animals in Lake Anna State Park, and participate in a feeding of the animals during the lesson.