In celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday this year, the Fairfax County History Commission is hosting a free conference that will feature authors, scholars, archeologists, preservationists and…
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As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, Fairfax County’s historic sites offer special February programs that illuminate the lives, labor, and legacies of Black…
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The American String Teachers Association (ASTA), headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, has received a prestigious National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chair’s Extraordinary Action Award to commission…
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Fairfax County will mark a significant milestone in its Revolutionary War history on Sunday, September 21, with a public event commemorating the 251st anniversary of the Fairfax Independent Company…
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The Fairfax250 Commission is pleased to welcome three new members whose leadership and expertise will help guide the county’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. Debbie Kilpatrick joins the…
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In celebration of the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday in June, the National Museum of the United States Army is hosting a series of Revolutionary War-themed programs, a symposium and unveiling a powerful…
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As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, communities across the country are preparing to reflect on the founding ideals and complex history that shaped the nation. In Fairfax…
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Williamsburg, VA – The VA250 Commission hosted "A Common Cause to All," a landmark event from March 24-26, 2025, at Colonial Williamsburg. This gathering marked the third and final convening of state…
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