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SUMMARY:Founding Frenemies: Hamilton and the Virginians
DESCRIPTION:“Founding Frenemies:Hamilton and the Virginians” is a traveling exhibit on loan from the Virginia Museum of History and Culture\, will be at the Mathews Museum for 6 weeks\, from April 14 through May 26.The exhibit complements Lin-Manuel Miranda’s award-winning Broadway production of “HAMILTON\,” which tells the story of Alexander Hamilton’s relationships with George Washington\, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. These Virginians were among his most influential allies as well as his worst enemies. Visit the Museum in April to see their stories!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/founding-frenemies-hamilton-and-the-virginians/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T190000
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SUMMARY:Mathews Museum to Host Presentation on Historic Williams Wharf
DESCRIPTION:As part of May Faire\, join the Mathews Museum to hear Pam Muffelman speak about the history of Williams Wharf Landing from the 1600s to present day! This event is free and open to the public\, and refreshments will be provided. \nLocal historian and longtime Mathews resident Pam Muffelman will lead the presentation\, guiding attendees through a rich timeline of Williams Wharf and its surrounding area—from its earliest days in the 1600s to the present. Muffelman\, known for her engaging talks and extensive research\, has long been involved in efforts to preserve and reimagine the site as a public waterfront park that honors its unique past. \n“The Wharf was very active from its inception\,” Muffelman explains\, “with its founding by the Williams family prior to the Revolutionary War. It was a well-established port of call—particularly for British ships—and played a significant role during the war as both a lookout and a center for continued trade and shipbuilding activities.” \nDrawing from the research of respected Virginia historian Martha McCartney\, Muffelman will highlight the ongoing maritime economy of the East River during the Revolutionary War\, including local shipbuilders who continued crafting vessels\, sails\, rigging\, and equipment to support the war effort. The talk will also touch on the once-thriving tide mill at Poplar Grove—believed to have ground cornmeal for Washington’s troops in nearby Yorktown. As the last tide mill of its kind in Virginia and one of the few remaining in the nation\, Muffelman notes its historical significance and urges greater recognition of this rare local landmark. \n“With the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding\, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what life may have been like at the Wharf during the colonial era\,” Muffelman says. “The ships\, the families\, the bills of lading—they all help tell the story of how deeply Mathews was connected to the early maritime history of this country.”
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/17503/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Raku Firing & Pottery Throwdown
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this double-header event! Learn the ancient art of raku firing with our own modern twist and/or compete in wheel-throwing challenges to win prizes and bragging rights. \nPottery from Clay by the Bay Ceramics Guild will be for sale. Refreshments will be available. \nTickets can be purchased at the door (check or cash preferred) or online in advance. \nGet Your Tickets NOW! \nAnnual Raku Firing\nJoin in the fun and take your piece home with you the same day! This part of the event will be held in The Bay School Backyard. A variety of options are available for you to participate in the event: \n\nChoose a pot\, glaze it with our raku glazes\, and watch it be fired to 1800°F in less than an hour! ($30)\nIf you are a potter\, you can bring your own pot or small sculptural piece to glaze and fire. Raku clay or any clay with grog will work for this process. ($15)\nKids or adults who don’t want to do raku\, can paint a pot with acrylic paint—no firing needed. ($10)\n\nPottery Throwdown\nThis part of the event is new this year and will be held in the studio! \nSign up to compete in wheel-throwing challenges. The judge will decide the challenges and judging criteria. Competition will be bracket-style\, with winners of each round advancing to the next. Plan to stay all day to take part in this new adventure. There will be prizes for winners at each level. ($10 to compete) \nExperience the excitement of a raku firing and join in the fun of throwing pots or cheering on your favorite potter—What a great way to spend a Saturday! See ya there!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/raku-firing-pottery-throwdown/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T183000
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SUMMARY:Hope for the Chesapeake: Another 100 Hours Beneath the Bay
DESCRIPTION:Hope for the Chesapeake: Another 100 Hours Beneath the Bay… Meet the Team! \nThis May\, a team of marine scientists\, filmmakers\, and divers will spend another 100 hours underwater off Gwynn’s Island to revisit and update the landmark 1954 National Geographic Chesapeake Bay expedition performed by Mathews’ own Gilbert Klingel.  \nJoin the MLC & the Explorers Club for an unique opportunity to meet the expedition team & hear about their work to update the baseline study of waters and marine species surrounding Gwynns Island.  \nUnderstand changes in the Bay’s ecosystem directly impacting our region!  \nThis event is free & open to the public.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/hope-for-the-chesapeake-another-100-hours-beneath-the-bay/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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SUMMARY:Oyster Hatchery Tours & Tastings 
DESCRIPTION:Every other Friday from May through August\, visitors can experience a tour and tasting experience at Oyster Seed Holdings to see how farm-raised oysters get their start.\nGuests will start with a 30 minute immersive tour of our facility – one of the largest producers of oyster seed on the East Coast! \n\n\nTickets include a serving of raw or cooked oysters paired with white wines at our water side oyster eatery\, The Hatchery Food Truck\, while enjoying views of Milford Haven at Callis Wharf. Stay for awhile after and order some dinner\, or book an added Oyster Farm Tour excursion below!\n\n2025 Dates of Tours & Charters:\n• May 16th & May 30th\n• June 13th (no charter) & June 27th\n• July 11th & July 25th\n• August 8th\n\nTimes:\n5pm\, 5:30pm\, 6pm\, 6:30pm\, 7pm\, 7:30pm\nFor more information: www.oshoyster.com/visit\nBook a Charter: www.mathewscharters.com
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/oyster-hatchery-tours-tastings/
LOCATION:Oyster Seed Holdings\, 425 Callis Wharf Rd\, Grimstead\, VA\, 23064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oyster Seed Holdings":MAILTO:nfo@oysterseedholdings.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T153000
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SUMMARY:Canine Companions Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Puppy Raisers\, and their puppies\, for a fun presentation. Hear what’s happening at the Training Facility on John Clayton Memorial Highway. Find out ways you can be involved in the mission to place fully trained Service Dogs\, free of charge\, with recipients with disabilities.  \nQuestions? Please email: neelyadventure@gmail.com
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/canine-companions-event/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Library Events,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Canine Companions":MAILTO:jparkin@vt.edu
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