Historic Preservation

BRENTSVILLE COURTHOUSE HISTORIC CENTRE

A BRENTSVILLE BICENTENNIAL COURT DAY CELEBRATION Ages 2+ As the 4th seat of Prince William County from 18221893, Brentsville was a bustling community full of business, agriculture, trades, and more. Every month during court days hundreds and even thousands would come to the courthouse to socialize, conduct business, purchase supplies, be entertained and more. For the 200th Anniversary of Brentsville Courthouse, join us for a historic Court Day where you can experience what Brentsville was like during its days as the courthouse of Prince William County. Activities will include mock trials, historic tradespeople, militia muster, markets, music, food, demonstrations, children’s activities, and more. Apr 30 / 10a-4p Sat FREE 180001 HP03

BEN LOMOND HISTORIC SITE

COOKING A TRADITIONAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY MEAL Ages 10+ Many 19th century Prince William County citizens traced their roots to Ireland. The meals they prepared reflected their Irish ancestry. Participants will be able to prepare and taste traditional Irish dishes in the historic slave quarter at Ben Lomond. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather. Advanced registration is required. Mar 12 / 10a-12p Sat $10 180001 HP09 Mar 12 / 1p-3p Sat $10 180001 HP10

SHEEP SHEARING AT BEN LOMOND All Ages The Pringle family farmed Ben Lomond from 1855 to the end of the Civil War. Their farm included a large herd of Merino Sheep. Visitors will learn how farmers sheared wool in the 19th century and what farmers did with the wool. Please dress for the weather.

Apr 30 / 11a-1p Sat $10 180001 HP39

TALES OF HOME: HISTORIC BLACK FOODWAYS AND AMERICAN CULTURE Ages 10+ Many Southern dishes have their roots in west and central African culture that enslaved workers brought to America. Participants will be able to prepare and taste African and Southern dishes in the historic slave quarter at Ben Lomond. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather. Advanced registration is required. Feb 19 / 10a-12p Sat $10 180001 HP43 Feb 19 / 1p-3p Sat $10 180001 HP44 19TH CENTURY WOMANHOOD AT THE HAISLIP-HALL HOUSE Ages 6+ Join us at the Historic Haislip-Hall House for a day of living history to learn about what life was like for women in the 19th century. Learn about many aspects of the home that women oversaw from the daily household chores, education, medicine, and more. Participate in cooking demonstrations, sewing, and other household activities that women had to complete daily without the benefits of electricity or running water. Even take a little bit of women’s history home with you! Mar 19 / 11a-3p Sat $5 180001 HP01

CALLIGRAPHY CLASS IN THE BRENTSVILLE SCHOOLHOUSE Ages 13+ When the Brentsville Schoolhouse was in use between 1929 and 1944, one of the skills taught to students was penmanship. Have you ever wanted to improve your handwriting skills or be able to make your own invitations? Join historic preservation staff at the historic schoolhouse for a beginner’s introduction to the art of calligraphy! During this 2-hour workshop you will learn about the historic importance of writing forms, a few basic traditional calligraphy styles, have the chance to try out your own new calligraphy skills, and learn some history along the way. Advanced registration is required. Jan 29 / 10a-12p Sat $15 180001 HP05

CIVIL WAR TOURS OF BRENTSVILLE COURTHOUSE Ages 6+ As the seat of Prince William County, Brentsville saw a lot of activity throughout the Civil War. Debates took place within the courthouse, troops mustered in for service, and the town suffered heavily at the hands of both armies over the years. Join us for a special tour of Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre to learn more about what happened at Brentsville during the Civil War. Apr 16 / 11a-12p Sat $5 180001 HP06 Apr 16 / 1p-2p Sat $5 180001 HP07 Apr 16 / 3p-4p Sat $5 180001 HP08 THE WORLD OF 1822 TOURS AT BRENTSVILLE COURTHOUSE 200 years ago, Brentsville opened as the County Seat of Prince William County and would serve as the social, political, and economic center of the County for 70 years. Start off the Brentsville Bicentennial year with us by taking a look at events of 1822 in Virginia, the United States, and around the globe through this walking tour of the historic town center!

Jan 22 / 11a-12p Sat $5 Ages 6+ 180001 HP45 Jan 22 / 1p-2p Sat $5 Ages 6+ 180001 HP46 Jan 22 / 3p-4p Sat $5 Ages 5+ 180001 HP47

SCRAMBLED EGG HUNTS AT BRENTSVILLE COURTHOUSE All Ages Enjoy a unique spin on an egg hunt this year at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre. Peter Rabbit created trouble again at Brentsville by taking all the candy and toys in our eggs and replacing them with puzzle pieces. He won’t give back the goods unless we solve the puzzle! Can you find the eggs he hid to get all the pieces and solve the puzzle? Egg hunt areas are divided by family groups of six or less, with a time limit of 30 minutes for each egg hunt. Once your puzzle is completed, turn it in to receive a gift basket for the family to take home filled with treats, prizes, and more. For accessibility questions or accommodations please contact Veronica Laughman, ADA Coordinator vlaughman@pwcgov.org or 703-792-8066. Apr 2 / 10a-10:30a Sat $30/family 180001 HP34 Apr 2 / 11a-11:30a Sat $30/family 180001 HP35 Apr 2 / 12p-12:30p Sat $30/family 180001 HP36 Apr 2 / 1p-1:30p Sat $30/family 180001 HP37 Apr 2 / 2p-2:30p Sat $30/family 180001 HP38

STRUGGLE AND TRIUMPH: AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AT BRENTSVILLE Ages 6+ Stop by Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre for a day of special tours focused on the stories of the county’s African American residents from 1822 to 1893. Brentsville was the site of tragedy and joy for the county’s African American community. Hear some of the stories from the area about the enslaved people in central Prince William County, free blacks, African American Civil War veterans, the joy of emancipation, lingering legacy of Reconstruction, and the beginning of the Jim Crow era. Tours are approximately 45 to 60 minutes and include the new Brentsville Jail Museum exhibits. Feb 12 / 11a-12p Sat $5 180001 HP40 Feb 12 / 1p-2p Sat $5 180001 HP41 Feb 12 / 3p-4p Sat $5 180001 HP42

BRISTOE STATION BATTLEFIELD HERITAGE PARK

FIRST DAY HIKE All Ages Bring in the New Year with a guided hike by local historians! You will start at the parking lot for a brief overview. Then walk down the 1863 Trail, and then via the 1862 Trail before walking back to the parking lot. This 90 minute, 3-mile hike will start the new year on the right foot! Pets are welcome to join, but the trail is not accessible for strollers. Meet at the corner of Iron Brigade Unit Ave. and Tenth Alabama Way, Bristow, VA 20136 Jan 1 / 1p-2:30p Sat FREE 180001 HP12

LUCASVILLE SCHOOL

LUCASVILLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Ages 2+ Join us as we celebrate African American History Month at historic Lucasville School during our open house weekends in February. Visit the reconstructed 19th century school used by the community of Lucasville. Learn surprising facts of African American history in Prince William County and throughout the Northern Virginia region. Feb 5-6 / 11a-4p Sun,Sat FREE 180001 HP13 Feb 12-13 / 11a-4p Sun,Sat FREE 180001 HP14 Feb 19-20 / 11a-4p Sun,Sat FREE 180001 HP15 Feb 26-27 / 11a-4p Sun,Sat FREE 180001 HP16

RIPPON LODGE HISTORIC SITE

PRE-REVOLUTIONARY WAR RIPPON All Ages Meet the PWC Independent Company of Cadets at Rippon Lodge as they discuss militia service in colonial Virginia. See cooking demonstrations, learn about frontier and colonial life, plus tour the historic Rippon Lodge. Mar 26 / 11a-3p Sat $5 180001 HP17

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BEE ENCOUNTER AT RIPPON LODGE Ages 1+ Come learn all about the history and wonder of bees and beekeeping during this special up-close and personal encounter. See Rippon Lodge’s beehive and its workers making honey, feeding the queen and more. Crafts, games, and vendors plus a tour of the lodge to enjoy. Please do not wear perfume or hairspray. Do NOT attend if allergic to bees or honey. Space is limited. Advanced registration suggested. Apr 23 / 11a-3p Sat $5 180001 HP04

ENJOY AN EVENING WITH COLONEL AND MRS. RICHARD BLACKBURN Ages 8+ Meet Col. Blackburn and his wife Mary as they discuss living in 18th century Prince William County and Colonial Virginia. What was it like to immigrate to Virginia and start a new life in the largest and wealthiest of England’s colonies? View life through the eyes of a member of the planter class, county politician and learn about their friends, family, neighbors, servants, and slaves. Jan 22 / 2p-3p Sat $10 180001 HP11

RIPPON LODGE GAME DAY Ages 7+ Shall we play a game? Come find out what activities the Blackburn’s played during the cold winter months for entertainment. Whist is a card game, played with two opposing teams. Groups of four are encouraged to join and learn how to play this popular colonial parlor game. Space is limited. Advanced registration. Feb 26 / 12p-2p Sat $5 180001 HP31

RIPPON LODGE EASTER EGG TRAIL The Easter Bunny has created a fun activity trail at Rippon Lodge. Look for hidden objects, do physical tasks, tell a joke, and more as you walk to receive your eggs. Family members may join in the fun! Hunt times are: 10:30-11:00 am for children 3 and under; 11:30 am to 12 pm for ages 4-6; 12:30 to 1:30 pm for ages 4-6, and 2:30 to 3:30 pm for ages 7 to 11. Bring your own basket. Timed walks for age groups, family units no larger than 5 allowed at one time. Walking along uneven ground, grass, and gravel surfaces. Parental supervision required along trail. Space is limited. Advanced registration required. Apr 9 / 10:30a-11a Sat $5 Under 3 ½ 180001 HP23 Apr 9 / 10:30a-11a Sat $10 Ages 18+ 180001 HP24 Apr 9 / 11:30a-12p Sat $5 Ages 4-6 180001 HP25 Apr 9 / 11:30a-12p Sat $10 Ages 18+ 180001 HP26 Apr 9 / 12:30p-1:30p Sat $5 Ages 4-6 180001 HP27 Apr 9 / 12:30p-1:30p Sat $10 Ages 18+ 180001 HP28 Apr 9 / 2:30p-3:30p Sat $10 Ages 7-11 180001 HP29 Apr 9 / 2:30p-3:30p Sat $10 Ages 18+ 180001 HP30

RIPPON LODGE-VIEWS OF 18TH CENTURY STYLE Ages 8+ Enjoy a virtual exploration of women’s ever-changing fashion silhouette of this century. Through paintings, fashion plates, cartoons, and more, historic costumes will be shown, including from across the pond and to the shores of the colonies, along with paintings of the Blackburn’s ladies of Rippon Lodge. Access to presentation will be emailed once registration is received. Feb 12 / 2p-3:30p Sat $5 180001 HP32

SCHOOL OF A SOLDIER AT RIPPON LODGE Ages 1+ Join Rippon Lodge for the Revolutionary War School of the Soldier program. See Continental and British troops gather, learn, and practice marching, firing, and commands of the drum. All of these were necessary for soldiers of the American Revolution to know while on the battlefield. Program includes tour of Rippon Lodge, demonstrations, drills, and talks. Mar 19 / 11a-3p Sat $5 180001 HP33

Location Key Addresses for each location are listed on pg. 11.

OLD MANASSAS COURTHOUSE

PRINCE WILLIAM HISTORIC PRESERVATION FREE LECTURE SERIES Ages 10+ Held at the Old Manassas Courthouse on the fourth Thursday of each month January through May, speakers will explore various aspects of Prince William County’s rich history from the American Revolution throughout the 19th century. 9248 Lee Avenue, Manassas, VA. Ross Schwalm, "Hessians in Dumfries" Jan 27 / 7p-8:30p Th 180001 HP18 Michael Brantley, "Galvanized: The Odyssey of a Reluctant Carolina Confederate" Feb 24 / 7p-8:30p Th 180001 HP19 Jim Piecuch, "Light Horse Harry Lee in the War for Independence" Mar 24 / 7p-8:30p Th 180001 HP20 Chuck Mauro and Don Hakenson, "John Mosby's Combat Operations in Prince William County" Apr 28 / 7p-8:30p Th 180001 HP21 Jon-Erik Gilot, "The Newbys of Prince William County" May 26 / 7p-8:30p Th 180001 HP22