Historic Dumfries Virginia

Ghost Walks: Return to the Shadows
2021-10-01 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-01 21:00 - 22:30, 2021-10-02 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-08 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-08 21:00 - 22:30, 2021-10-09 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-15 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-15 21:00 - 22:30 UTC and 7 more dates | The Weems-Botts Museum Annex, 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA, 22026, United States
Historic Dumfries Virginia, Inc. proudly presents the Return to the Shadows Ghost Tour featuring:

Outside walking tour of the Dumfries historic area at night, including Dumfries Cemetery and the Henderson House
The lore that made the Weems-Botts museum famous with new happenings recorded by our paranormal investigator
A chance to investigate Merchant Park after the tour as you decide whether the stories are true

Do you dare?
Space limited – RSVP, only 10 guests per tour. Flashlights and/or cell phones with flashlights required.
COVID-19 Prevention: Participants are highly encouraged to wear facial coverings and should confirm they have not been exposed to anyone testing positive with COVID-19 or display any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19. Social distancing will be maintained at all times.
For a more intense experience, check out our Ghost Walks: Locked Inside tickets, which includes a two hour investigation of the house (11pm-1am).
Members: Please call (703-221-2218) or email (info@historicdumfriesva.org) to purchase your discounted ticket.
Special thanks to our Small Business Member and Sponsor Barbara DiMattina, Realtor, Licensed in Virginia, Century 21 Redwood Realty (https://www.c21redwood.com/barbara-dimattina)
Ghost Walks will start at the Weems-Botts Museum Annex located at 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, Virginia. The Weems-Botts Museum is owned by the Town of Dumfries and operated by Historic Dumfries Virginia, Inc. whose mission is to preserve and promote the history of Dumfries – Virginia’s oldest chartered town.
For more information, please call (703) 221-2218, visit www.historicdumfriesva.org, or email info@historicdumfriesva.org.

Ghost Walks: Locked Inside
2021-10-02 23:00 - 2021-10-03 01:00, 2021-10-09 23:00 - 2021-10-10 01:00, 2021-10-16 23:00 - 2021-10-17 01:00, 2021-10-23 23:00 - 2021-10-24 01:00, 2021-10-30 23:00 - 2021-10-31 01:00 | The Weems-Botts Museum Annex, 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA, 22026, United States
Historic Dumfries Virginia, Inc. proudly presents the Locked Inside Ghost Tour featuring:

An exploration of our haunted locations and the inside of the Weems-Botts house…after midnight
The collection of allegedly haunted artifacts in the museum and hear the stories associated with them
Actual investigation with our experienced paranormal investigator as he shares his personal investigations of the house, knowledge, and advice

Will you come out and play?
Space extremely limited – RSVP, only 3 guests per tour. Ages 18+ Flashlights and/or cell phones with flashlights required.
COVID-19 Prevention: Participants are required to wear face coverings and must present proof of vaccination – their vaccination cards for inspection. Participants should report any contact with COVID-19 positive persons and monitor their health for 2 weeks before the event.
For a less expensive and outside walking tour experience, check out our Ghost Walks: Return to the Shadows tickets, which is a walking tour of Dumfries at night with our experienced Ghost Guide.
Special thanks to our Small Business Member and Sponsor Barbara DiMattina, Realtor, Licensed in Virginia, Century 21 Redwood Realty (https://www.c21redwood.com/barbara-dimattina)
Ghost Walks will start at the Weems-Botts Museum Annex located at 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, Virginia. The Weems-Botts Museum is owned by the Town of Dumfries and operated by Historic Dumfries Virginia, Inc. whose mission is to preserve and promote the history of Dumfries – Virginia’s oldest chartered town.
For more information, please call (703) 221-2218, visit www.historicdumfriesva.org, or email info@historicdumfriesva.org.

Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group
2021-10-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Merchant Park, 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA, 22026, United States
Join us in the Merchant Park Pavilion to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by listening to folklore and crafting a worry doll! Tickets/RSVP required.
Children’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered monthly with different themes and activities.

Halloween Tea
2021-10-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Learn about the monsters we fear, hear spooky lore & stories, and discuss recipes and beverages to celebrate Halloween! From classic Halloween monsters to lesser known creatures and Eldritch beings, we will explore lore & history to scare ourselves silly. Join us from the safety of your home…if you dare!
Each participant will receive a PDF booklet with recipes and Halloween game ideas (geared for all ages).
*HDVI Members: Please call (703-221-2218) or email (info@historicdumfriesva.org) to purchase your reduced price ticket!

November Member Cookie Swap
2021-11-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
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!
Members 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.

The Weems-Botts Bibliophiles: Winter is Coming
2021-11-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Winter is coming! Join us as we enjoy winter folklore, scary stories, and a delicious cup of spicy tea (mailed directly to you). Prepare for winter with us from the comfort of your home!
*Interested but can’t attend this specific date? Gather your friends and contact us to arrange a different date and time!
*Members: Contact us directly to receive your discount either via email (info@historicdumfriesva.org) or over the phone (703-221-2218).

Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group
2021-11-20 13:00 - 13:30 | Online
Register for this free program to receive historical information about Virginia wildlife, details on how to participate in Project Squirrel, and a Zoom meeting to share and discuss your findings! Whether you want to observe your backyard or visit Merchant Park in Dumfries, it is time to see what squirrels are up to!
Thanks to Miami University and Citizen Science for this neat project!
Children’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered monthly with different themes and activities.

Holiday in the Park
2021-12-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Merchant Park, 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA, 22026, United States
Join us for a holiday in Merchant Park! Enjoy delightful winter treats, craft festive decorations either in the Park or at home, and listen to stories as we celebrate the holiday fully outdoors in this merry program!
Special thanks to Team Didlake from Didlake, Inc.’s Woodbridge Day Support Program for decorating Merchant Park, and the Trowel Garden Club of Virginia’s freshly donated beautiful wreaths!

Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group
2021-12-18 10:00 - 10:30 | Online
Curious why and how people use woolly worms to predict how much snow we will have? Learn about this myth and other common myths as we look at the neat ways early Americans tried to predict the weather!
Children’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free monthly program featuring a different theme every month!

January Members First: Superstitions for the New Year!
2022-01-15 10:00 - 10:30 | Online
Join us virtually as well share our favorite New Year superstitions at this free program! Why not add an extra sprinkling of good luck to 2022 and learn the history behind some of the most common & popular myths!
Our Members First programs are free and for all Historic Dumfries Virginia members and prospective members! Held every other month, we welcome everyone to learn more about our non-profit organization with no membership pressure or commitment.

Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group: To The Birds!
2022-01-15 13:00 - 13:30 | Online
Join us as we learn how animals stay warm during winter and craft a birdfeeder! Dispel common wildlife myths and learn how early Americans survived the cold months by looking at objects and imaging yourself in their shoes!
Children’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. Arrange to pick up free cleaned pinecones collected around our historic house!

The Weems-Botts Bibliophiles: Yokai
2022-01-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Intrigued by the Japanese creatures that dominate media and lore? Join us as we trace the history of the Yokai through literature & art, featuring many popular and unique figures. Cozy up in a blanket and brew the accompanying Licorice Spice Herbal Tea as we delight in the stories and art people shared over the decades and centuries!
*Want to gift this? Contact us directly and we will prepare a special card to mail or give as a present!
*Members: Contact us directly to receive your discount either via email (info@historicdumfriesva.org) or over the phone (703-221-2218).
