Upcoming Events & Programs
What Remains: Dark History
A chilling journey through Fredericksburg’s darker past, from mourning traditions and deadly concoctions to haunted artifacts and the resident spirits of Old City Hall.
Halloween Open House
Join us for a free, family-friendly Halloween Open House. More details coming soon!
Paranormal Investigations: FAM and Masonic Lodge No. 4
Join us for a guided paranormal investigation of two of Fredericksburg’s most haunted and historic sites!
FAMFaire Holiday Markets
Join FAM on Saturday, December 12, for FAMFaire 2026, our festive holiday market in the heart of historic Market Square.
Whether you're shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts or simply looking to celebrate the season, FAMFaire is the perfect way to enjoy a day of holiday cheer with family and friends.
Harambee 360 Black Arts Festival
FAM is proud to support this community event and welcome the festival to Market Square on Friday, September 25 from 6-8pm. Festivities will continue on September 26 at James Monroe High School from 12-7pm.
At-Home Archivists
Join FAM for an informative workshop on how to preserve and protect the meaningful objects in your life. Learn practical tips for caring for photographs, newspapers, books, textiles, ephemera, and more, all using methods you can implement at home.
Slave Dwelling Project Weekend
The Slave Dwelling Project (SDP) is a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to preserving and interpreting extant slave dwellings and ensuring that the lives of the enslaved are fully acknowledged as central to the American story.
Virginia & the Vietnam War Opening Reception
The Fredericksburg Area Museum invites veterans and their families to a special reception celebrating the opening of our newest exhibition, Virginia and the Vietnam War.
What Remains: Masonic Lodge No. 4
Join the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Masonic Lodge No. 4 for What Remains: Masonic Lodge, a special exploration of Freemasonry’s legacy in Fredericksburg.
1776 Book Club
Join our monthly book club at the Fredericksburg Area Museum exploring the people, ideas, and events that shaped the American Revolution.
Exploring Kunta: Roots 50th Anniversary Commemorative Experience
For 50 years, Roots has shaped conversations about ancestry, identity, and the power of storytelling. Now, we invite you to experience this legacy in a deeper, more meaningful way.
What Remains: America 250
Discover fascinating artifacts that shed light on Fredericksburg’s pivotal role in the American Revolution.
Paranormal Investigations: FAM and Masonic Lodge No. 4
Join us for a guided paranormal investigation of two of Fredericksburg’s most haunted and historic sites!
Celebrate Independence Day with FAM & Ferry Farm
Join FAM at the museum on off-site at Ferry Farm for a full day of activities for the whole family!
What Remains: Masonic Lodge No. 4
Join the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Masonic Lodge No. 4 for What Remains: Masonic Lodge, a special exploration of Freemasonry’s legacy in Fredericksburg.
Juneteenth: Celebrate the Storytellers
Join the Fredericksburg Area Museum for Juneteenth: Celebrate the Storytellers, a special community event hosted by Eunice Haigler in Market Square.
1776 Book Club
Join our monthly book club at the Fredericksburg Area Museum exploring the people, ideas, and events that shaped the American Revolution.
"Revolutionary Women of Fredericksburg" Walking Tour [May]
Step into the stories of the women who shaped Fredericksburg during the Revolutionary era on this engaging walking tour.
1776 Book Club
Join our monthly book club at the Fredericksburg Area Museum exploring the people, ideas, and events that shaped the American Revolution.
"Revolutionary Women of Fredericksburg" Walking Tour [April]
Step into the stories of the women who shaped Fredericksburg during the Revolutionary era on this engaging walking tour.
Puerto Rican Plena Dance Workshop
Join us for a Puerto Rican Plena Dance Workshop with master dancer and choreographer Raúl De La Paz coming to us directly from Puerto Rico!
The Journey to Freedom: A Community Gathering in Fredericksburg
Join the Fredericksburg Area Museum and the City of Fredericksburg for a meaningful community event recognizing the powerful work of Anthony Cohen. His project retraces the routes of freedom seekers and brings history to life through immersive storytelling and scholarship.
Homeschool Historians: Colonial Cooking
Come to a special free Homeschool Historians: Colonial Cooking program! The FAM is partnering with a University of Mary Washington Historic Preservation student to develop a new homeschool program for the museum. Homeschool families are invited to attend and provide valuable feedback.
“Witness to a Revolution: 250 Years of History” Exhibition Opening
Through artifacts, personal stories, and community memory, discover how the city helped forge a nation, and how it continues to reflect on its Revolutionary past from battlefield to bicentennial to today.
"Revolutionary Women of Fredericksburg" Walking Tour [March]
Step into the stories of the women who shaped Fredericksburg during the Revolutionary era on this engaging walking tour.
Pop-Up Children's Museum
The Fredericksburg Area Museum is bringing a day of hands-on discovery to Market Square! Free and open to the public. Bring the whole family and explore, create, and discover together.
Monumental Motherhood: A Conversation with Kate Haulman
Please join us for a fascinating evening with author and historian Kate Haulman, whose work brings fresh perspective to Mary Ball Washington’s complex legacy.
Coldest Night of the Year Walk [FAM Team]
Join the FAM team for the Coldest Night of the Year walk.
Reel Talk: A Community Discussion on Sinners
In honor of Black History Month, join us for a facilitated community discussion of the film Sinners. Participants will watch the movie in advance and then gather for a guided, book-club–style conversation led by Juno Pitchford.
Guided Tour: Living Legacies Exhibition [5:00pm]
This guided tour will take place at 5:00pm. Free and open to the public.
Guided Tour: Living Legacies Exhibition [11:00am]
This guided tour will take place at 11:00am. Free and open to the public.