FREE Admission! · Hours: Open Daily 10:00am-5:00pm · CLOSED Wednesday
NOTICE: FAM will be closed on Thursday, November 27 for Thanksgiving. Thank you for your understanding!
Welcome to the FAM!
Autumn is in the air, and there’s no better time to discover something new at the Fredericksburg Area Museum. From engaging programs and thought-provoking exhibitions to seasonal events that bring our community together, there’s always something happening within our historic walls.
As the leaves change, we invite you to join us, explore our collections, connect with history, and celebrate the stories that make Fredericksburg unique. Whether you’re here for a family-friendly activity, a lecture, or a festive fall gathering, FAM is the place to learn, share, and be inspired.
Check out our upcoming events and programs. We can’t wait to welcome you this season!
Visit FAM
907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Open Daily 10:00am - 5:00pm
Closed Wednesday
Free Admission!
The Fredericksburg Area Museum invites you to be part of history as we commemorate 250 years since the American Revolution.
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As Virginia commemorates 250 years since the American Revolution, Fredericksburg stands as a city deeply rooted in the fight for independence and the legacy it left behind.
Through historic artifacts, personal stories, and community memory, discover how Fredericksburg helped forge a nation; and how, from battlefield to bicentennial to today, it continues to reflect on its Revolutionary story.
Our upcoming anniversary exhibition, Witness to a Revolution, will explore Fredericksburg’s role in the American Revolution and how the city has remembered that legacy over time.
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Choose one of two ways to support our 250th Anniversary exhibit:
$21 monthly recurring gift
$250 annual gift
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As a supporter of this campaign, you will:
Be recognized by name inside the Witness to a Revolution exhibit.
Receive exclusive early access to the exhibit on Friday, April 3, 2026, from 4:00-6:00pm.
Enjoy a private conversation with the exhibit curators, Kylie Thomson and Clarissa Sanders, during the preview event.
Stay for the official public opening at 6:00pm that evening.
Explore FAM
Exhibitions
Explore our diverse exhibitions that showcase over ten thousand years of history.
Educational Programs
We offer diverse educational programs designed to engage students in and outside of school. From school field trips to youth-centered initiatives, we offer enriching experiences that bring history to life.
African American History
The museum is proud to highlight African American history through dedicated exhibitions, programs, and initiatives. Dive into powerful narratives of resilience, culture, and change.
Support FAM
Your support enables us to continue preserving and sharing Fredericksburg's rich history. Discover the many ways you can help support FAM.
About the Museum
Discover the rich tapestry of Fredericksburg's history at the Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM). Housed in the historic Town Hall/Market House (circa 1816), FAM is dedicated to collecting, researching, interpreting, teaching, and preserving the diverse stories of our region. Our programs, exhibitions, and educational initiatives aim to create meaningful connections between the past and present for all visitors.