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SUMMARY:The Weems-Botts Crafty Crafters
DESCRIPTION:Bring your craft project to the museum for an hour of relaxation and socializing with tea! Paying tribute to the many items crafted in our collection\, such as lace tatting & blankets\, we invite you to create your own masterpieces\, ask questions\, and work on projects while we supply tea from Leaf & Petal\, a shop in Historic Occoquan. Open to all crafters at all levels of experience! \nPrice: You decide – we thank you in advance for supporting Historic Dumfries Virginia\, the non-profit 501(c)3 that operates The Weems-Botts Museum. Want to participate but unable to donate? Contact us at info@historicdumfriesva.org or 703-221-2218.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/the-weems-botts-crafty-crafters/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220820T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220820T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20220727T193024Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group: Archaeology
DESCRIPTION:Join our educators as we discuss past archaeological digs in Dumfries! View artifacts to help us analyze them\, visit the Old Dumfries Courthouse Site (weather dependent)\, and “excavate” a cookie to learn about your local community history! Tickets/RSVP required. \nChildren’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered monthly with different themes and activities.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/childrens-day-at-the-museum-sponsored-by-colonial-downs-group-archaeology/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220910T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220910T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20220824T164533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T164533Z
UID:4908-1662804000-1662805800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:September Member Folklore
DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually as we read folklore stories from our collection in The Lee Lansing Research Library! Grab a cup of coffee\, tea\, or cider and prepare to learn about Virginia and Southern history from a folk & literary perspective! \nNot a member but interested in attending? Everyone is welcome and we can discuss our low-cost memberships and other ways to support our organization at anytime – no commitment needed to enjoy local history!
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/september-member-folklore/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220917T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220917T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20220820T212816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220820T212816Z
UID:4836-1663408800-1663410600@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our educators as we discuss how the Civil War impacted the Town of Dumfries! View artifacts located in the Town and learn how resourceful people were by crafting berry ink and handkerchief dolls! \nChildren’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered monthly with different themes and activities.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/childrens-day-at-the-museum-sponsored-by-colonial-downs-group-7/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220917T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20220813T215611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220814T180452Z
UID:4769-1663423200-1663426800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:The Weems-Botts Crafty Crafters
DESCRIPTION:Bring your craft project to the museum for an hour of relaxation and socializing with tea! Paying tribute to the many items crafted in our collection\, such as lace tatting & blankets\, we invite you to create your own masterpieces\, ask questions\, and work on projects while we supply tea from Leaf & Petal\, a shop in Historic Occoquan. Open to all crafters at all levels of experience! \nPrice: You decide – we thank you in advance for supporting Historic Dumfries Virginia\, the non-profit 501(c)3 that operates The Weems-Botts Museum. Want to participate but unable to donate? Contact us at info@historicdumfriesva.org or 703-221-2218.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/4769/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221105T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221105T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20220928T184948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T184948Z
UID:5341-1667642400-1667644200@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:November Member Cookie Swap
DESCRIPTION:All members and prospective members are welcome to this Cookie Swap virtual program! Come prepared to share your favorite recipes along with blank recipe cards to add to your next baking party. From historical and uncommon to allergy-free\, everyone is welcome! \nMembers First programs are held every other month to show appreciation to our membership. There is no pressure or committment to join by attending this free program.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/november-member-cookie-swap-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221112T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20220929T190623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T190623Z
UID:5355-1668247200-1668250800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:The Weems-Botts Bibliophiles: Slice of Life & Everything Nice
DESCRIPTION:November is the time to embrace all short stories that leave us feeling happy & warm! Enjoy reading our selections along with a cup of Healing Honeysuckle Tea! Meet us virtually on Saturday\, 11/12\, to discuss the Slice of Life genre along with these delightful tales. \nCheck your mail for a special card and fresh Healing Honeysuckle Tea (vendor: Piper & Leaf Tea Company in Huntsville\, Alabama) from Leaf & Petal as we indulge in fantastic literature!
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/the-weems-botts-bibliophiles-slice-of-life-everything-nice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221119T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20221030T020402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221030T020402Z
UID:5543-1668852000-1668853800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group: Historic Games
DESCRIPTION:Join our educators as we play historic games in Merchant Park! Try your hand at stick & hoop\, graces\, and hopscotch as we learn and interact with games enjoyed by early American children. Take an active part in living history in the small and mighty Town of Dumfries! \nChildren’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered monthly with different themes and activities. Masks are required at all times when entering any Historic Dumfries Virginia/The Weems-Botts Museum indoor structures.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/childrens-day-at-the-museum-sponsored-by-colonial-downs-group-historic-games/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221210T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221210T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20221115T005621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T005621Z
UID:5627-1670679000-1670686200@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open house holiday tradition! Enjoy a delightful performance by Broad Run String’s along with sugar cookie decorating and holiday crafts! Tickets and face masks required.  \nHistoric Holiday Tours at 2 & 3: Please contact Lisa Timmerman directly to RSVP your spot! Free\, very limited space. Face masks required. (703-221-2218\, info@historicdumfriesva.org)
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/holiday-open-house-3/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221214T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221214T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20221122T181028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T181028Z
UID:5679-1671008400-1671013800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Winter Garland Swag Class
DESCRIPTION:Craft elegant holiday winter swag for your home using fresh greenery and pinecones from The Weems-Botts Museum. Walk away with the skills and swag after joining us for an hour of arts & crafts! All supplies included. Program scheduled for Merchant Park Pavilion if weather allows. If not\, program will be held in the Annex. Masks are required for entering any HDVI building. \nHistoric Dumfries Virginia is a non-profit historical organization in the Town of Dumfries. We host a variety of courses and activities throughout the year!
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/winter-garland-swag-class/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230121T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20221215T184823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T184823Z
UID:5823-1674295200-1674298800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group: To The Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn how people and animals stay warm during winter and craft a birdfeeder! Dispel common wildlife myths and Learn how early Americans survived the cold months in Virginia\, dispel common winter & wildlife myths\, and craft a pinecone bird feeder for our cold outdoor friends! \nChildren’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered every 3rd Saturday throughout the year focusing on different themes each month.  \nMasks required.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/childrens-day-at-the-museum-sponsored-by-colonial-downs-group-to-the-birds-2/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230130T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230130T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20221122T181301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T181301Z
UID:5682-1675069200-1675074600@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Earn the Life in Colonial America Try-it
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Brownie Girl Scouts! Spend your morning at The Weems-Botts Museum as we delve into Colonial Life! Complete four activities to earn your Try-It at a colonial site in a famous colonial town! Fully engage in living history with our educators as you learn about life in Colonial Virginia with actual artifacts! \n$7.00 per brownie\, all supplies & try-it included. Face masks & tickets required. No refunds.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/earn-the-life-in-colonial-america-try-it/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230220T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230220T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20230125T175417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T234427Z
UID:6017-1676887200-1676890800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Presidents Day: The Cherry Tree & Me
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Presidents Day at The Weems-Botts Museum as we read Parson Weems’ folktales about George Washington! Make masks to reenact scenes from the famous Cherry Tree story and then record your own family stories! \nFree! Masks and tickets required!
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/presidents-day-the-cherry-tree-me/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230311T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230311T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20230221T235206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T235206Z
UID:6149-1678528800-1678532400@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group: Kites!
DESCRIPTION:Join our educators as we design\, build\, and fly kites! This free hour program includes the history behind kites as well as the supplies needed and a chance to see if yours work! \nChildren’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered every 2nd or 3rd Saturday throughout the year focusing on different themes each month.  \nTickets & Masks required for indoor activities.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/childrens-day-at-the-museum-sponsored-by-colonial-downs-group-kites/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230415T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20230313T181128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T181128Z
UID:6187-1681552800-1681556400@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group: Mother's Day
DESCRIPTION:April is the perfect time to craft a gift for Mother’s Day! Join us as we learn about the holiday & craft gifts to present to your mother and/or guardian! This program includes all the supplies needed! \nChildren’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered every 2nd or 3rd Saturday throughout the year focusing on different themes each month.  \nMasks required for indoors.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/childrens-day-at-the-museum-sponsored-by-colonial-downs-group-mothers-day/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230527T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230527T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20230428T184520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T184520Z
UID:6306-1685212200-1685215800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Members First: Revolutionary War Evening Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meet us in Merchant Park as we focus on the Revolutionary War in this outside walking tour of Dumfries! Learn more about the crucial role Dumfries played before & during the War and visit the sites where many key moments happened in our historic town’s past. Each participant will receive a cup of refreshing Italian ice as we hopefully enjoy the cool evening air! Free\, tickets required. \nMembers First programs allow us to thank our incredible community and supporters and demonstrate our commitment to providing great local history!
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/members-first-revolutionary-war-evening-walk-2/
LOCATION:Merchant Park\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Children's Programming,Members Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230610T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20230413T182713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T211136Z
UID:6248-1686391200-1686394800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Grp: Birdhouses!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Merchant Park Pavilion to help construct your own birdhouse to take home! Support your local bird population by learning more about bluebirds and other wonderful indigenous wildlife species. This program includes all the supplies needed! \nChildren’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered every 2nd or 3rd Saturday throughout the year focusing on different themes each month.  \nMasks required for indoors. Tickets required.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/childrens-day-at-the-museum-sponsored-by-colonial-downs-grp-birdhouses/
LOCATION:Merchant Park\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230715T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230715T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T101109
CREATED:20230425T215142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T211011Z
UID:6287-1689415200-1689418800@historicdumfriesva.org
SUMMARY:Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by the Colonial Downs Group: Join the Home Front!
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the monumental Prince William Resolves and how local people joined the war effort! Spin wool from local American sheep as you declare your independence at The Weems-Botts Museum. This historical craft will help you commemorate and participate in an activity our local residents were certainly doing in the 1700s! \nFree\, tickets required. Masks will only be required if COVID case rates are on the rise. Participants will be informed before the event if masking is necessary.
URL:https://historicdumfriesva.org/event/childrens-day-at-the-museum-sponsored-by-the-colonial-downs-group-join-the-home-front/
LOCATION:The Weems-Botts Museum Annex\, 3944 Cameron Street\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Dumfries Virginia":MAILTO:info@historicdumfriesva.org
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