Ghost Walks: Return to the Shadows
2021-10-22 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-22 21:00 - 22:30, 2021-10-23 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-29 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-29 21:00 - 22:30, 2021-10-30 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | 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
2021-10-23 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.

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).

Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group: African American Folklore
2022-02-12 10:00 - 10:30 | Online
Learn more about the types, themes, and characters present in African American folklore! Listen to folktales and discuss how they impacted the community. Prepare for a fun and neat virtual presentation!
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. This program is scheduled one week early so that everyone can attend the Town of Dumfries Black History Month Celebration!

LunchTime Shenanigans
2022-02-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-02-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-02-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Join the Executive Director for an hour of free online games! Jump into a quick game on Board Game Arena for a casual and fun lunchbreak. From Sushi Go to Love Letter, we have many options for an engaging and relaxing hour!
Once registered, look for an email from info@historicdumfriesva.org with more info! A big thank you to all members and supporters of our non-profit community museum!

Debunk Me: Presidential Tall Tales
2022-02-21 10:00 - 10:30 | Online
Delve into Presidential tall tales as we sort through historic legends and folklore in this virtual program! Hear some of the most common & unusual as we battle our own tenant Parson Weems! Prepare for a fun & interesting presentation from your community museum!
Historic Dumfries Virginia, 501(c) non-profit organization operates The Weems-Botts Museum and offers free programming throughout the year!

The Weems-Botts Bibliophiles: Down the Rabbit Hole
2022-02-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Jump down the rabbit hole with us as we read fascinating and weird short stories varying in content and subject. Purchasing a ticket provides you with links to the short stories along with Harney & Sons Pomegranate Tea sachet mailed directly to you! Join us at the end of the month to discuss and/or listen to our presentation on the authors, meanings, and neat connections we can make while journeying in the rabbit hole.
*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).

March Members First: Celebrate Spring
2022-03-20 10:00 - 10:30 | Online
Bring your recipe cards and thirst for knowledge as we discuss the history behind Spring Holidays and share recipes and ideas for your celebration!
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: Women's History!
2022-03-20 13:00 - 13:30 | Online
Join us as we display Violet Merchant’s photographs and records, analyzing the attitudes and stereotypes towards women in the early 1900s! Write an “I Am” poem to share and reflect on how you can celebrate women’s history!
Children’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group is a free program offered throughout the year focusing on different themes each month.

The Weems-Botts Bibliophiles: Empower Me: Historic Women Authors
2022-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Receive a cup of Spice Dragon Fire Chai in the mail and join us virtually as we discuss provocative short stories written by women in the 19th century! Thrill in fascinating and chilling tales as women authors challenged sexism through ghost stories and other dramas!
*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).

Spring History Fair
2022-04-30 11:00 - 16:00 | Merchant Park, 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA, 22026, United States
Celebrate local history, wildlife, community organizations, and food as we invite everyone to enjoy Merchant Park in our Spring Festival! The Virginia Bluebird Society, Master Gardeners with Audubon, local community historian Charlie Reed, and others will be in our Park with information on our area and resources. Enjoy Jeremiah’s Kansas City Style Bar B Q and prepare for a fun day with us at Historic Dumfries Virginia!

Children's Day at the Museum Sponsored by Colonial Downs Group
2022-05-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Merchant Park, 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA, 22026, United States
Join us in Merchant Park as you & your friends/family partake in a scavenger hunt activity featuring our gardens and herbs! Then craft a small sachet to take home with you with as you smell and guess the different scents! 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.

May Members First Evening Reception
2022-05-20 18:30 - 19:00 | The Weems-Botts Museum Annex, 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA, 22026, United States
Join us for this unique Members First evening reception celebrating The Weems-Botts Museum opening for the season! Get your shoes ready for a walking tour of historic Dumfries hosted by Prince William County Historic Preservation and HDVI. Reception with refreshments starts at 6:30pm in the Museum Annex. Walking tour starts at 7:00pm in front of the Museum.
Free, tickets required.

Historic Towns Walking Tour: Dumfries
2022-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 | The Weems-Botts Museum Annex, 3944 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA, 22026, United States
Our friends at PWC Historic Preservation are joining us for this neat outside walking tour of the Dumfries area! Take advantage of the cooler evening temperatures and walk the streets as we discuss the history of the surrounding region. Free!

The Weems-Botts Bibliophiles: Banned Books
2022-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Shut the door and hide when you read our short story collection for May 2022 featuring those deemed a threat & banned! Sip on Golden Turmeric Chai Tea while you ponder why such famous historic & modern authors, like Ray Bradbury, came under fire. End the month with a virtual presentation and discussion on the sordid past of literature!
*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).
