Fall Hours, Fall Events

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Saturday, October 2nd, Hanover County and Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown are partnering to host a 300th Anniversary Commemoration and Fall Festival.

Enjoy live music, food trucks, a petting zoo, a selection of beverage options and continuous Scotchtown tours. Michael Twitty, noted historian and author of the James Beard award winning book The Cooking Gene, will demonstrate hearth cooking and speak about Afro-Atlantic culinary history. Historian and storyteller Valerie Davis will be on hand to discuss the African American experience.

Also in attendance: the Library of Virginia with information about genealogy, The Mariners Museum presenting Maritime African Kingdoms, and the Hanover Master Gardeners will have stations throughout the festival.

Join living history interpreters portraying Patrick Henry, Sarah Henry and Charles Chiswell, infantry and mounted dragoons of the Continental Army, and traditional artisans demonstrating their trades and selling their wares.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 for children, and kids under 6 years are free. Tickets for Preservation Virginia members are $10.

Early bird ticketing runs through September 15th. Save $1 per ticket when you buy online! Proceeds from the event benefit Scotchtown’s “Raise the Roof” campaign to replace the building’s roof and protect the collections and programs within.

COVID-19 protocols will follow CDC and local health department guidelines. We’re monitoring the situation closely and need to ensure the safety of guests and staff. If you are feeling ill, please stay home and follow guidance from medical providers.

This event is rain or shine. No refunds will be issued unless the event is canceled by Preservation Virginia.

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This Week!

One of the first legal spectacles in America, the Treason Trial of Aaron Burr placed the focus of the nation on Richmond, Virginia, as Chief Justice John Marshall decided the fate of former Vice President Aaron Burr. The Court End neighborhood is especially significant to this trial, with many of the key figures involved calling the area home. Preservation Virginia’s John Marshall House and The Valentine’s Wickham House are teaming up for a look at the homes of the presiding judge of the trial, John Marshall, and one of Aaron Burr’s attorneys, John Wickham, during the 214th anniversary weekend of the legal battle.

Joint tours through the John Marshall House and the Wickham House are at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Email mdowney@preservationvirginia.org with questions regarding tour times and ticketing. Preservation Virginia members- use code Member10 for a 10% ticket discount!

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Fall Hours Update

Starting the second week of September, several of our historic sites will be changing to our fall hours.

Smith's Fort Fall Hours:
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Monday through Thursday

Bacon's Castle Fall Hours:
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Monday through Thursday

John Marshall House Fall Hours:
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Monday and Tuesday

With the weather cooling down, we hope you'll visit soon! Don't forget, members receive free or discounted admission to all six Preservation Virginia historic sites.

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