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The Historic Preservation Division hosts a variety of events to introduce the community to Prince William County's rich historic and cultural past. Events are held at four historic properties: Rippon Lodge, Ben Lomond Historic Site, Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre and the Old Manassas Courthouse. These events allow visitors to explore and discover the families, homes, events and the everyday life of Prince William past. We hope you will join us for a step back in time! Please note that the sites closed for the season and opened again in May 2010. Grounds and trails at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Center and Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park remain open daily from sunrise to sunset. The sites will open for the special events noted below during the winter months. 2010 Prince William County Historic Preservation Programs *American Civil War Theme Program
23-24 Ghost Hunting 101 4 p.m. – 2 a.m.; $50 per person; space limited; reservations required Learn the tricks and tools of the ghost hunting trade from members of the Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Investigators. Not suitable for those under age 18. 28 *Always Ready: The 7 p.m.; FREE, donations appreciated On Oct. 16, 1859 raiders struck the United States weapons arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia. Led by abolitionist John Old
Saturdays and Sundays: 6 & 7; 13 & 14; 20 & 21; 27 & 28 12 - 4 p.m.; FREE
6 Girl Scout Try It 1 - 5 p.m., $16 Area Girl Scouts aged 7-13 are invited to participate in this history-based educational program. Girls will learn about local history and have opportunities to speak with living historians who portray 19th-century people. Program cosponsored by the 11 The Birth of 7 p.m.; FREE, donations appreciated Author and noted historian James Thompson will highlight events and individuals connected with the birth of Old 20-21 Ghost Hunting 101 4 p.m. – 2 a.m.; $50 per person; space limited; reservations required Learn the tricks and tools of the ghost hunting trade from members of the Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Investigators. Not suitable for those under age 18. 25 *The Underground Railroad in 7 p.m.; FREE, donations appreciated Historian Deborah Lee, Ph.D. will speak about the Underground Railroad in Old
5 Gardens Work Day 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., weather permitting. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 19 Gardens Work Day 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., weather permitting. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 20-21 Ghost Hunting 101 4 p.m. – 2 a.m.; $50 per person; space limited; reservations required Learn the tricks and tools of the ghost hunting trade from members of the Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Investigators. Not suitable for those under age 18. 25 * If They Build It, Supplies Will Come – The Centreville Railroad and Its Importance During the American Civil War 7 p.m.; FREE, donations appreciated Local historian Art Candenquist takes us back to the early days of the American Civil War when
3 Egg Hunt (Manassas area) 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; $6 per child. Celebrate spring with crafts, games, entertainment, and egg hunts at
3 Egg Hunt (Woodbridge area) 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $5 per child Join us for spring activities that children have enjoyed since the 18th century. Children can hunt for eggs, play games, do crafts and visit the Easter Bunny! Admission includes a tour of Rippon Lodge and the gardens. Each child will receive a goodie bag to take home. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 15520 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge, VA 22191; 703-499-9812 4 Victorian Sunday and Egg Hunt Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m., $5 (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 10 * Park Restoration Days 10 a.m. – Noon; FREE 10 * Park Day 9 a.m. – Noon; FREE Join the staff at Bristoe Station Battlefield, the Civil War Preservation Trust and the History Channel for Park Day 2010. Park Day is a nationwide event that encourages Civil War enthusiasts to help maintain, restore and preserve Civil War sites through volunteerism. Come out and join us for a fun and rewarding day of work at Bristoe Battlefield. We will work on grounds maintenance projects throughout the 133-acre site. Wear sturdy work shoes and bring gloves and sunscreen. Tools and snack will be provided. Meet in the parking lot off 17 Brentsville Nature Trail Walks 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; $2.00 per person Follow a guided tour along the nature trails at Brentsville and learn about plants and animals that live in this part of Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 17-23 Historic Garden Week at Rippon Lodge Historic Site Daily tours from 11a.m. – 4p.m.; $5 per person. Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens and landscape of Rippon Lodge. A special exhibit will showcase images of the gardens during the early 20th century, when Judge Wade Hampton and Dessie Ellis undertook their Colonial Revival restoration of the house and grounds. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 17 Rose Garden Work Day 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., weather permitting. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the rose 29 * Faces of the American Civil War 7 p.m.; FREE, donations appreciated Historian, author and lecturer Ron Coddington will discuss photography and its role in capturing images of common soldiers who fought for the Old
1 Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, Ben Lomond Historic Site and Rippon Lodge Historic Site open Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Site admission fees apply. 1-2 * Prince William Prepares for War – Brentsville Civil War Weekend 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $5.00, free for children under six In April 1861, residents of Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 1 Rippon Lodge Nature Walk 11a.m. – 12 p.m.; $5.00 per person, free for children under six; reservations required Take a stroll and identify the different varieties of native and introduced trees and plants that grow throughout the forty acres at Rippon Lodge Historic Site. Learn the uses of some plant species highlighted during the tour. Locate several historic trees dating to the early history of the property. Please come dressed for a moderate outdoor experience. A picnic facility is available for those who choose to bring a lunch. Please, no pets. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 1 Rose Garden Work Day 9 a.m. – Noon. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the rose 2 Victorian Sunday: Let’s Go Fly a Kite Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m., $5 (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 8 * 10a.m. – 6 p.m.; $100 per person; reservations required Cruise along the Potomac River shoreline and view sites that were critical to the Confederate forces’ successful blockade of Call 703-499-9812 for more information and to make reservations. 8 * Park Restoration Day 10 am – Noon. 8 Ecology of a Battlefield: Spring Wildflowers 1p.m. – 3 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Spring wildflowers abound at Bristoe Station Battlefield. Take a guided tour with a member of the Virginia Native Plant Society to learn about these spring beauties. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Meet in the parking lot off 15 * In the Footsteps of the Gray Ghost: Col. John S. Mosby Van Tour 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., $80 per person, space is limited, reservations required Join Mosby expert and tour guide David Goetz for an in-depth tour of the places and events of famous Confederate partisan raider, Col. John S. Mosby. Mosby was known for his lightening raids and secretive missions during the Civil War. The tour will cover several locations in “Mosby’s Confederacy”, an area in western Prince William, Loudoun and Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 15 Rose Garden Work Day 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the rose 16 Victorian Sunday: Needle Crafts Workshop Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m., $8, reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 22-23 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., $5 for house tours. Spend the day among the blooming roses of the Old Rose Garden at 22 * Bristoe Station Battlefield 11 a.m. – Noon and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Join local historians for a tour of the Battlefield. Learn about the 1862 and 1863 battles. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress weather. Tours start on the hour. 29 Rose Garden Tours Explore the Old Rose Garden and learn specific information about the antique roses at 30 Victorian Sunday: Garden Tea Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m., $10, reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow.
5 Rose Garden Work Day and Garden 9 a.m.; 12 p.m. and 2 p.m., tours, $5, reservations required Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 5 Rippon Lodge Nature Walk 11 a.m. – Noon; $5.00 per person, free for children under six Take a stroll and identify the different varieties of native and introduced trees and plants that grow throughout the 40 acres of Rippon Lodge Historic Site. Learn the uses of some plant species highlighted during the tour. Locate several historic trees dating to the early history of the property. Reservations required. Please come dressed for a moderate outdoor experience. A picnic facility is available for those who choose to bring a lunch. Please, no pets. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 12 Gardens Work Day 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 12 * Park Restoration Day 10 am – Noon. 12 Ecology of a Battlefield: Beginning Birding 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Observe the spring migration of song birds at Bristoe Station Battlefield. Learn to identify their calls and habits. Bring binoculars and your guide books. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Meet in the parking lot off 13 Victorian Sunday: Garden Tea Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m., $15, reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 26 * Bristoe Station Battlefield 11 a.m. – Noon and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Join local historians for a tour of the Battlefield. Learn about the 1862 and 1863 battles. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress weather. Tours start on the hour.
3 Rippon Lodge Nature Walk 11 a.m. – Noon; $5.00 per person, free for children under six Take a stroll and identify the different varieties of native and introduced trees and plants that grow throughout the forty acres of Rippon Lodge Historic Site. Learn the uses of some plant species highlighted during the tour. Locate several historic trees dating to the early history of the property. Reservations required. Please come dressed for a moderate outdoor experience. A picnic facility is available for those who choose to bring a lunch. Please, no pets. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 7 Gardens Work Day 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 10 Ecology of a Battlefield: Wildlife 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Bristoe Station Battlefield is home to diverse wildlife. Meet our residents and learn their habits and likes. Our residents include deer, birds, snakes and foxes. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Meet in the parking lot off 11 Victorian Sunday: Lawn Games; Tatting Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m. $2, lawn games; $8, tatting; reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 12-16 Rippon Lodge Summer Camp 9 a.m. – Noon daily; Ages 9-12; $100 per child; reservations required Students will learn about 18th-century culture, customs and everyday living skills. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 19-22 * Basic Civil War Summer Camp 9 a.m. – Noon; Ages 8 – 13, $90 per child, reservations required Children will participate in activities designed to develop a better understanding of soldier life during the American Civil War. Activities include “Enlist in Virginia’s Army,” “Life in Camp,” “Infantry Drill,” “Did Civil War Soldiers Really Eat that Stuff?” “Civil War Medicine” and a field trip to Manassas National Battlefield Park. 24 * Bristoe Station Battlefield 11 a.m. – Noon and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Join local historians for a tour of the Battlefield. Learn about the 1862 and 1863 battles. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress weather. Tours start on the hour. 24-25 * 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Sunday; $5 per person Discover how the Pringle House—also known as 26-29 * Historic Brentsville Summer Camp 9 a.m. – Noon daily; ages 8-13; $90 per child; reservations required This camp will include activities associated with the various periods of history at Brentsville. Children will conduct a historic mock trial in the 1822 Courthouse, cook a snack and create historic crafts in the ca.1850 Haislip Farm House, learn about a school day in the one-room schoolhouse and engage with nature as they identify animals and plants along the Brentsville Nature Trail. Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre,
7 Rippon Lodge Nature Walk 11 a.m. – Noon; $5.00 per person, free for children under six Take a stroll and identify the different varieties of native and introduced trees and plants that grow throughout the forty acres of Rippon Lodge Historic Site. Learn the uses of some plant species highlighted during the tour. Locate several historic trees dating to the early history of the property. Reservations required. Please come dressed for a moderate outdoor experience. A picnic facility is available for those who choose to bring a lunch. Please, no pets. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 7 Gardens Work Day 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 8 Victorian Sunday: Tatting Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m., $8, reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 28 * Bristoe Station Battlefield 11 a.m. – Noon and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Join local historians for a tour of the Battlefield. Learn about the 1862 and 1863 battles. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress weather. Tours start on the hour. 21-22 * “Hard Tack and Coffee” Brentsville Civil War Soldier Camp 10 a.m. Saturday until 10 a.m. Sunday; ages 16 (with adult) and older only, $125 per person; reservations required. 150 years ago, Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 21 Gardens Work Day 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 22 Victorian Sunday: Tatting Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m., $8, reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 23-26 * Advanced Civil War Summer Camp 9 a.m. – Noon; Ages 8 – 13, $110 per child, reservations required Children will participate in activities built on fundamentals that they learned during the Basic Civil War Summer Camp (see July 19-22). Participants will drill their peers, learn an artillery drill, explore non commissioned officers’ administrative responsibilities, spend a day with Confederate General Robert E. Lee and take a field trip to 28 * Battle of Kettle Run Special 9 a.m. – Noon; $5 per person, free for children under six Join local historians for guided tours of the battlefield where the August 1862 Battle of Kettle Run occurred at Bristoe Station. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather.
4 Rippon Lodge Nature Walk 11 a.m. – Noon; $5.00 per person, free for children under six Take a stroll and identify the different varieties of native and introduced trees and plants that grow throughout the forty acres of Rippon Lodge Historic Site. Learn the uses of some plant species highlighted during the tour. Locate several historic trees dating to the early history of the property. Reservations required. Please come dressed for a moderate outdoor experience. A picnic facility is available for those who choose to bring a lunch. Please, no pets. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 4 Gardens Work Day 9 a.m. to Noon. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 5 Victorian Sunday: Lawn Games; Tatting Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m. $2, lawn games; $8, tatting; reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 11 * Park Restoration Day 10 am – Noon; FREE 11 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., FREE All former students of the Brentsville One-Room Schoolhouse are invited for a day of socializing and remembering the school days gone by. Light refreshments will be served. Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 11 King’s Highway Special Tours 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.; FREE Journey along the historic King’s Highway, also known as the Potomac Path. Generals George Washington and Rochambeau used this stage and post road to move their troops to Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 16 8th Annual Rippon Lodge Harvest Festival 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under two Visit ca. 1747 Rippon Lodge for our annual Fall Harvest Festival. Enjoy crafts, performances, demonstrations, activities and games. Learn about local history through displays and living history. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 18 Brentsville Nature Trail Walks 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. $2 per person Take a guided tour along the nature trails at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre and learn about plants and animals that live in this part of Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 18 Gardens Work Day 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 19 Victorian Sunday: Fall Tea Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m. $15, reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow. 25 * Bristoe Station Battlefield 11 a.m. – Noon and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Join local historians for a tour of the Battlefield. Learn about the 1862 and 1863 battles. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress weather. Tours start on the hour. 25-26 Prince William Farm Tour (Brentsville Stop) 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., FREE Come learn about everyday skills that Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre,
2-3 World War II Weekend at Brentsville 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., $5 per person, free for children under six Join World War II living historians to learn about daily life for soldiers in the Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 2 Gardens Work Day 9 a.m. to Noon. Volunteer work day for cleaning and maintaining the gardens of 3 Victorian Sunday: Lawn Games; Tatting Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m. $2, lawn games; $8, tatting; reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th 9 * Park Restoration Day 10 am – Noon; FREE 16 * 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Join local historians for an in-depth tour of the land where the Battle of Bristoe Station occurred on October 14, 1863. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. 16 Ecology of a Battlefield: Trees 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.; $5 per person, free for children under six Join park staff on a fall tree walk. Why do leaves change color? Why do some keep their leaves longer than others? Learn about our eastern deciduous forests and learn to identify trees. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy walk shoes. Meet at the kiosk in the parking lot. off 22-23 Haunted Ben Lomond Tours Hourly tours from 7 – 10 p.m.; $5 per person; space limited; reservations recommended Have you ever wanted to see a real haunted house? Have you ever thought of being in a real Civil War hospital at night? Here’s your chance. Take a spooky tour of the 22-23 Spirits of Historic Brentsville 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.; $5 per person Step into Brentsville’s past during this unique historic “ghostly” experience. Along your guided tour, you will meet the spirits of people that once lived, worked and faced execution in Brentsville during the 1800s. These candlelit vignettes will give detailed insight into Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 23 Rippon Lodge Ghost 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.; $5 per person, reservations recommended Ghostly happenings are about at Rippon Lodge. If you dare, join us for candlelight tours of the ca. 1747 house and cemetery. Discover the real history behind Rippon Lodge’s two legendary duels, then enjoy cookies and cider by a bonfire. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 29-30 Haunted Ben Lomond Tours Hourly tours from 7 – 10 p.m.; $5 per person; space limited; reservations recommended Have you ever wanted to see a real haunted house? Have you ever thought of being in a real Civil War hospital at night? Here’s your chance. Take a spooky tour of the 31 Victorian Sunday: Tatting Church service at 11 a.m., activity at 1:30 p.m. $8; reservations required (for activity) Explore religion in the 1860s and its importance to area civilians, especially during the American Civil War period. Visitors can participate in or observe a recreated 19th-century Christian worship service. Visitors may bring picnic lunches. Historic activities and games follow.
20 Open Hearth Cooking Class at Brentsville 10 a.m.-1 p.m., $40 per person; space limited, reservations required. Gear up for the Thanksgiving season by learning the skills of open hearth cooking. Join an experienced open hearth cooking historian and learn the basic skills needed to prepare food over an open fire. You will learn how to build a fire and will prepare and cook three different dishes. End the program by enjoying a taste of the food you cooked. Class will take place in the ca. 1850 Haislip Farmhouse. Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre,
11-12 * Civil War Santa Visits 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Sunday; $5 per person In December 1862 Artist Thomas Nast drew one of the earliest images of Santa Claus giving gifts to soldiers. Santa will dust off that old suit he wore then and visit 11 Holidays at Rippon Lodge 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.; $5 per person Enjoy tours of Rippon Lodge, seasonal crafts for children and period refreshments. Learn about 18th-century holiday customs. Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 15520 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge, VA 22191. 703-499-9812 11 Brentsville Holiday Concerts Concerts at 5 p.m. & 6 p.m., site open 4p.m. – 8 p.m.; FREE Enjoy sounds of the season as they are performed by the Brentsville District High School Women’s Treble Ensemble and the Brentsville District Mixed Vocal Ensemble. The two concerts will take place in the historic ca.1870 Union Church. Sample hot cider and gingerbread by the warmth of a bonfire. Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 18-19 Victorian Christmas: Deck the Halls 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; $5 per person During this “open house”, marvel at the beautiful Victorian decorations provided by the Prince William County Garden Council and enjoy a complementary cup of hot mulled cider.
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