History
Events
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The Virginia Campaign of 1775: Great Bridge & Removing Dunmore
Mathews Memorial Library 251 Main Street, Mathews, VA, United StatesJoin the Mathews VA250 Committee for a lecture with author and military historian Patrick Hannum, featuring information on The Virginia Campaign of 1775: Great Bridge and Removing Dumore! The political-military operating environment in Virginia during 1775 evolved quickly and dramatically. Two days after the clash at Lexington and Concord, Lord Dunmore, Virginia’s last royal colonial […]
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May Faire 2026
Mathews Historic Courthouse 27 Court Street, Mathews, VA, United StatesA Coastal Celebration of America’s 250th For nearly a decade, May Faire has brought families to the heart of Mathews each spring—drawing neighbors and visitors to Court Green and Main […]
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American Legion World Famous Breakfast
American Legion, Mathews Post 83 73 Hookemfair Rd, Hudgins, VA, United StatesFirst Sunday of every month! Join the American Legion Post 83 at 73 Hookemfair Road for their monthly World Famous Breakfast! $12 Donation. Call: 804-725-7422 for more info
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MCHS Historic Home & Garden Tour
Providence Cobbs Creek, VA, United StatesJoin the Mathews County Historical Society for a Historic Home & Garden Tour, benefitting the Tompkins Cottage Lift Fund. The event will include small group tours of the interior of […]
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Tall Ship Godspeed
Williams Wharf Landing 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, United StatesTall Ship Godspeed Public Afternoon Tours at Williams Wharf Step aboard history this summer as the Tall Ship Godspeed visits Williams Wharf for special public afternoon tours. A replica of […]
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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 be launched by the Mathews Archives, a collaboration between the Mathews County Historical Society and the Mathews Memorial Library. The exhibit will be open from […]
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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 of America’s 250th anniversary. Presented as part of Mathews County’s VA250 commemoration, this beloved musical by Mathews native Judy Ward tells the story of colonial […]
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1.776 Mile Walk/ Run
Courthouse Square Court St, Mathews, VA, United StatesJoin the Mathews VA250 in celebrating the Semiquincentennial of our nation with a patriotic walk/run and picnic - ALL FREE - on July 4th! Stay tuned for more info- but mark your calendars for this historic event!
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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 Years Together" on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Harry M. Ward Auditorium at Mathews High School. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m., with the […]
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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 Sunday, July 5 and July 19, at 390 Yacht Club Road, Hudgins, providing plenty of time to arrive early for priority seating at the 3 […]
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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 of America’s 250th anniversary. Presented as part of Mathews County’s VA250 commemoration, this beloved musical by Mathews native Judy Ward tells the story of colonial […]
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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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