Discover events in Occoquan District, with this searchable community calendar. For a comprehensive list of local volunteer opportunities, visit Volunteer PW. You can also find more local happenings at Prince William Living. To see a schedule of Board of County Supervisor meetings or to watch online, click here.
April 24 Pre-Revolutionary War Rippon 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., $5.00 per person, free for children under six Meet the PWC Independent Company of Cadets at Rippon Lodge as they discuss what pre-rev war Virginia was like for the militia. See cooking demonstrations, learn about frontier and colonial life, and tour the historic building. Rippon Lodge […]
May 8-9 Mother's Day Tours (All Sites) 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Free for Mothers and children under 6 Does your Mom enjoy history, visiting beautiful historic houses, picturesque gardens, and hearing juicy, dramatic stories of the past? Then treat her to a tour of one of Prince William County's historic sites for Mother's Day! […]
May 15 Brentsville Jail Exhibit Grand Opening 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; FREE, donations welcome. In its nearly 200-year existence, the Brentsville Jail has seen a lot of different uses. From a jail in the 19th century, to a dormitory, private house, and office space in the 20th century, the building has changed a lot over the […]
Learn About Bees at the Bee Encounter at Rippon Lodge Humans have been keeping bees for thousands of years to help pollinate food plants. The tradition continues at Rippon Lodge where people will have the chance to observe the lodge's beehives and learn about the practice of beekeeping. During the Bee Encounter at Rippon Lodge, […]
Brentsville Bluegrass Concert Series Gates open at 4:00 p.m.; Concert starts at 5:00 p.m., Admission is $10 per person. For hundreds of years, the Brentsville Public Lot has been a place of entertainment and festivities and we are continuing that tradition into today! Bring your chairs, kick up your heels, and enjoy some Bluegrass and […]
African American History Trail Car Caravan Tour Sat | Aug 21 | 9am-3pm | $10 per vehicle Join local historians on a daylong tour exploring the unique and powerful stories behind the African American history of Prince William County. We will travel the county stepping back in time from the 1800s to the 1960s and […]
Native American Campfire at Brentsville Courthouse Sat | Aug 28 | 6:30pm $5 per person, free for children under 2 Courthouse Historic Centre as you learn about the native peoples who lived in the Prince William area long before Europeans arrived. Interact with hands-on artifacts, learn some of the games children played, and compare how […]
The public is invited to intend the Historical Commission's meeting. Visit here for information on the Historical Commission Read the current agenda here: HC Agenda Location: 5 County Complex Court, Room 202 A & B
All Ages | Rippon Lodge Historic Site | $5 Stroll through seasonal celebrations of the past at Rippon Lodge Historic Site. With interiors and exteriors richly decorated for the holidays, guests enjoy an in-depth exploration of seasonal festivities over the centuries. * Group sizes are limited to 15 at a time. * Guided tour options […]
The Prince William County Historical Commission is composed of 16 citizens appointed by the Board of County Supervisors. The Historical Commission advises the Board in its efforts to identify, preserve, protect and promote Prince William County's historical sites, artifacts, buildings and events. Members review land development applications and make recommendations regarding their impact on cultural […]
Ages 18+ | Rippon Lodge Historic Site | $5 This historical hardhat tour takes visitors into spaces not available during the standard Rippon Lodge Historic Site tour. Learn a little more history from behind-the-scenes. *Space is limited and no one under 18 years of age. Advanced ticket purchase required. Get Tickets
New Dominion Choraliers will put on a concert to honor the 250th Anniversary of the USA. The music in this choral concert captures the heart and soul of the American spirit through patriotic tunes and songs from the heartland. Joining the chorus are dancers from Dance Etc. School of the Arts and accompaniment from the […]