What Remains: Herstory
Thursday, March 27, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Join our Collections & Exhibitions Coordinator, Kylie Thomson, as she pulls objects the FAM’s collection to explore the diverse roles women have played in our local history. This program […]
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=Remember the Ladies
Tuesday, March 11, 6:00pm – 7:30pm In honor of Women’s History Month, we invite you to be a part of an exciting discussion panel moderated by Malanna Henderson highlighting the women who made an indelible […]
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=Community Support Campaign: Living Legacies
Join Us in Preserving and Celebrating Fredericksburg’s Living Legacies! Show your support by making a recurring or one-time donation to the Fredericksburg Area Museum. The Fredericksburg Area Museum is thrilled to announce the launch of our […]
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=History On Wheels Pop Up Learning Labs
The Fredericksburg Area Museum and Spotsylvania County Public Schools invite families from all school districts to a special History on Wheels Pop up Learning Lab. Bring the whole family to explore FAM’s exhibits in a […]
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=For the Love of Fredericksburg: A Celebration of African American Enterprise
Saturday, February 22, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Step into history and explore the enduring legacy of African American enterprise in Fredericksburg, Virginia, on this immersive walking tour presented by local history educator Tiya Shaw. This journey […]
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=Hidden Histories: A Community-Led Black History Month Walking Tour
Saturday, February 15, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Featuring recent research gathered by Dr. Gaila Sims, FAM’s Curator of African American History and Vice President of Programs and Interpretation, this one-time-only program will be facilitated by local […]
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=Book Talk with Justin Marlowe | February 5, 7:00-8:30pm
Join us for an engaging book talk on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, from 7:00-8:30pm with author Justin Marlowe as he discusses his book Perfect Strangers. Through candid anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, Justin Marlowe’s Perfect Strangers […]
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=A Space of Our Own: Black Women in Community
FAM is proud to announce the launch of a new monthly program series, A Space of Our Own: Black Women in Community, designed to honor and connect Black women in the region. Created and led by Dr. Gaila Sims, FAM’s Vice President of Programs and Interpretation and Curator of African American History, this program is inspired by the powerful legacy of African American women who have shaped Fredericksburg’s history.
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=Fredericksburg Area Museum Announces Promotion of Dr. Gaila Sims to Vice President of Programs and Interpretation
We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Dr. Gaila Sims to Vice President of Programs and Interpretation. Her dedication to community engagement, historical research and educational excellence has made a lasting impact on our […]
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=FamFaire
FAM is pleased to host FAMFaire in historic Market Square on Saturday, December 14th, 2024, from 10 am – 4:30 pm. This event will be a spectacular outdoor shopping experience in one of the most beautiful parts of our notable town.