Commemorate the 250th anniversary of Richard Henry Lee’s Resolution for Independence with Stratford Hall, Westmoreland County, and VA250! Plan for a weekend of revolutionary activity: https://tickets.stratfordhall.org/section/virginia-resolved-ed8k

Commemorate the 250th anniversary of Richard Henry Lee’s Resolution for Independence with Stratford Hall, Westmoreland County, and VA250! Plan for a weekend of revolutionary activity: https://tickets.stratfordhall.org/section/virginia-resolved-ed8k

Historic Christ Church & Museum Summer Speaker Series
The Declaration of Independence asserted that "all men are created equal" and have natural rights and the right of self-government by consent. Slavery contradicted these core principles of the Declaration of Independence as America's creedal document. In part one of HCC&M's 2026 Summer Speaker Series, Tony Williams, a Senior Fellow at the Bill of Rights Institution, shows how enslaved people were the first to make a claim on these principles of liberty, equality, and self-government to fulfill the unrealized promise of America.  Using the Declaration of Independence as their "North Star," they launched "freedom petitions' and "freedom suits," making a claim on natural rights with unexpected and surprising outcomes.  Williams will also sign copies of his new book, "Divided over the Declaration: How an Enduring Debate Sustains the Vision of America."
ChristChurch1735.org

Faron Hamblin returns to the Reedville Fishermen's Museum for a night of rollicking fun 6-9 p.m. June 13. The Concert by the Creek is in the pavilion, 504 Main St., Reedville, so it's rain or shine. Picnic baskets are permitted. However, to support the non-profit museum, no outside beverages (including water bottles) are allowed on the grounds. A food truck and full beverage bar will be available on-site. Tickets are $25. Buy for will-call on the website, www.rfmuseum.org, or at the door. Information: 804-435-6529 or office@rfmuseum.org.

African Drumming, Music & Readings

We are excited to invite you to celebrate freedom, culture, and community at the Holley Graded School Juneteenth Event!
This family-friendly celebration will take place on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 12 PM to 5 PM at Holley Graded School, located at 2439 Northumberland Hwy, Lottsburg, Virginia 22511. We will be honoring the history and significance of Juneteenth with a day full of education, entertainment, and togetherness.
Guests of all ages can enjoy a wide variety of activities, including:
Games, storytelling, and mini educational workshops
Face painting, horse riding, and line dancing
A lively dance contest and music
Guest speakers and local vendors
Raffles for door prizes and giveaways
Delicious food will be available for purchase, and free popcorn will be provided for everyone to enjoy throughout the celebration. Admission to this event is free, and we look forward to bringing the community together to celebrate African American heritage and unity in an uplifting atmosphere.
For more information, please feel free to reach out to:
Garfield Parker: 804-761-0768
Desyree Hooper: 813-843-3808
Zina Fallin: 804-580-1011
We hope to see you there for an unforgettable Juneteenth experience!

The Juneteenth event will bring together diverse segments of the Northern Neck's population and businesses to celebrate American freedom as seen from the
African American perspective by focusing on local family history, genealogy, and folklore along with entertainment, music, food, and games.

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American founding with special exhibitions, living history reenactors, a historical puppet show, hands-on activities for children, local history booths, food trucks, and more! Tour the VA250 Mobile Museum and the special traveling exhibition "Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation.” Enjoy interactive exhibitions in the museum and tour the historic 1735 church. Free admission.