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The Battle of Cricket Hill - A Pivotal American Revolutionary Engagement Exhibit
Mathews Memorial Library 251 Main Street, Mathews, VA, United StatesAn exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding in the Mathews County area is titled “The Battle of Cricket Hill: A Pivotal American Revolutionary Engagement.” This exhibit will […]
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"America Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together" PBS Watch Party
Harry M. Ward Auditorium - Mathews High School 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, United StatesThe Court House Players and the Mathews County VA250 Committee invite the public to a free community watch party for the national PBS broadcast of "America Made in Virginia: 250 […]
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Lunch & Cricket Combo July 5th
Mathews Yacht Club 390 Yacht Club Rd., Hudgins, VA, United StatesPurchase an Americana Lunch and Cricket Ticket combo and enjoy a delicious meal at the Mathews Yacht Club prior to the Sunday performances. Seating will be from 12:30–1:30 p.m. each […]
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Crickets on a Hill
Harry M. Ward Auditorium - Mathews High School 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, United StatesA Revolutionary Musical Returns to the Stage Experience local history brought to life through music, drama, and community theater as Crickets on a Hill returns to the stage in celebration […]
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Community Fireworks Show
Williams Wharf Landing 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, United StatesA beautiful firework display from a barge on the East River to celebrate of our country’s 250th birthday!
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250th Anniversary of The Battle of Cricket Hill - Gwynn's Island Civic Center July 9-12
Gwynn's Island Civic League and Community Center 1996 Old Ferry Road, Gwynn's Island, VA, United States -
Battle of Cricket Hill Commemoration
Morningstar Marinas (Gwynn’s Island) 249 Mill Point Road Hudgins, VA 23076 249 Mill Point Road, Hudgins, VA, United StatesBattle of Cricket Hill 250th Anniversary Ceremonies July 9, 2026 | Gwynn’s Island, Virginia Join historians, lineage societies, military representatives, and community members for a special commemorative ceremony honoring the […]
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Andrew Lawler, Author of “A Perfect Frenzy”
Mathews Memorial Library 251 Main Street, Mathews, VA, United States“A Perfect Frenzy” A Royal Governor, His Black Allies, and the Crisis That Spurred the American Revolution Author Andrew Lawler will be speaking July 9th on the largely untold story […]
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Battle of Cricket Hill Reenactment
Gwynn's Island Civic League 1996 Old Ferry Road, Grimstead, VA, United StatesBattle of Cricket Hill 250th Anniversary Celebration July 10–12, 2026 | Gwynn’s Island, Virginia Step back into 1776 and experience history where it happened during the 250th Anniversary Celebration of […]
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Oyster Seed Hatchery Tours & Tastings
Oyster Seed Holdings 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA, United StatesEvery other Friday from May through June, visitors can experience a tour and tasting experience at Oyster Seed Holdings to see how farm-raised oysters get their start. Guests will start […]
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Battle of Cricket Hill Reenactment
Gwynn's Island Civic League 1996 Old Ferry Road, Grimstead, VA, United StatesBattle of Cricket Hill 250th Anniversary Celebration July 10–12, 2026 | Gwynn’s Island, Virginia Step back into 1776 and experience history where it happened during the 250th Anniversary Celebration of […]
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Battle of Cricket Hill Reenactment
Gwynn's Island Civic League 1996 Old Ferry Road23064, Grimstead, VA, United StatesBattle of Cricket Hill 250th Anniversary Celebration July 10–12, 2026 | Gwynn’s Island, Virginia Step back into 1776 and experience history where it happened during the 250th Anniversary Celebration of […]
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