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SUMMARY:Mathews\, Virginia and the Eastern Woodlands: A Native History
DESCRIPTION:A grounded exploration of the Native and early history of Mathews County and the greater Eastern Woodlands\, presented by Russell Reed and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. Russell Reed is a graduate of Mathews High School.  \nFree and Open to the Public. Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-virginia-and-the-eastern-woodlands-a-native-history/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,History,Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T190000
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SUMMARY:The Virginia Campaign of 1775: Great Bridge & Removing Dunmore
DESCRIPTION:Join 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! \nThe 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 governor\, seized the powder from the public magazine in Williamsburg. This set off a series of events that led to multiple military clashes on Virginia soil. During December\, Patriots bloodied Dunmore’s regulars and Loyalist militia at Great Bridge in modern Chesapeake\, Virginia. The year ended with the newly formed Patriot army in control of the critical port city of Norfolk under command of a Continental officer from North Carolina. Providing context for these events allows for an appreciation of the military operations that follow and Virginia’s role in leading the movement for independence.  \nThe event is free and open to the public\, with refreshments provided.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-virginia-campaign-of-1775-great-bridge-removing-dunmore/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T100000
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SUMMARY:22nd Annual Highland Games
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URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/22nd-annual-highland-games/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Library Events,Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T170000
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SUMMARY:The Battle of Cricket Hill - A Pivotal American Revolutionary Engagement Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:An 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 July 1 to August 31.\nThe highlight of the display is an original clipping from the September 24\, 1776\, issue of the Leicester Journal\, a historic newspaper from Leicester\, England. The article details Lord Dunmore’s involvement in the Battle of Gwynn’s Island. This framed item\, displayed between panes of glass\, was a gift from Margaret Jones Perritt of Gloucester in July 1999 and is being showcased for the first time.\nOther components of the exhibit include a panel on Gwynn’s Island\, an account of the battle\, a copy of Thomas Jefferson’s map of the Gwynn’s Island/Milford Haven area\, a DAR artifact\, excerpts from Captain Thomas Posey’s diary detailing his participation in the battle\, and accounts of the battle’s aftermath. Additional materials related to the American Revolutionary War are also part of the exhibit\, which is located on the balcony of the library’s second floor.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-battle-of-cricket-hill-a-pivotal-american-revolutionary-engagement-exhibit/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Educational,History,Holiday/ Seasonal,Library Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T180000
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author - An evening with Bruce Bracken
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URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/meet-the-author-an-evening-with-bruce-bracken/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Library Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/death-on-gwynns-island.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T190000
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SUMMARY:Benn Trask - Historian & Author - Fannie M. Salter\, the Foremost Lighthouse Keeper
DESCRIPTION:Benn Trask – Historian & Author – Fannie M. Salter\, the Foremost Lighthouse Keeper \nHear the inspiring story of Fannie M. Salter\, who served with distinction for twenty-two years as the principal keeper of Turkey Point Lighthouse. \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/benn-trask-historian-author-fannie-m-salter-the-foremost-lighthouse-keeper/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,History,Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T080000
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SUMMARY:Hauntings in Mathews\, from the Mathews Archives
DESCRIPTION:The Mathews Memorial Library will unveil an exhibit to celebrate Archives Month on October 1. The exhibit will be open to the public during regular library hours through October 31. \nThe Archives Month exhibit\, Hauntings in Mathews\, explores the folklore and legends surrounding ghosts and other mysterious happenings at four historic Mathews County locations: Auburn Plantation\, Hudgins House\, Old House Woods\, and Roxbury (Stoakes Plantation). \nVisitors are invited to explore the exhibit throughout the month of October and discover the historical stories and legends preserved at the Mathews Memorial Library. \nThe Mathews Archives is a collaborative effort of the Mathews Memorial Library and the Mathews County Historical Society. \n  \nMathews Memorial Library \n251 Main Street \n804.725.5747 \nmathewslibrary.org
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/hauntings-in-mathews-from-the-mathews-archives/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Library Events
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SUMMARY:Find Your Roots at the Library
DESCRIPTION:The Mathews Memorial Library will unveil an exhibit to celebrate Family History Month on October 1. The exhibit will be open to the public during regular library hours through October 31. \nThe Family History Month exhibit\, Find Your Roots at the Library\, highlights the many resources available to those researching their family history and exploring Mathews County’s past. Featured resources include the Chesapeake Room\, the Mathews Archives\, Digital Archives\, eResources\, and the Transcribe Mathews County Project. \nVisitors are invited to explore the exhibit throughout the month of October and discover the resources and history preserved at the Mathews Memorial Library.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/find-your-roots-at-the-library/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Library Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T160000
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SUMMARY:Howl-a-palooza @ The Mathews Memorial Library
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URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/howl-a-palooza-the-mathews-memorial-library/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Library Events,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T160000
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SUMMARY:"Pearl of the Chesapeake Christmas" December 11th-13th
DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY • DECEMBER 11\nLATE NIGHT SHOPPING • 7 PM\nShop local until 7 PM\, then enjoy Caroling • Hot Chocolate • Christmas Tree Lighting on the Court Green. \nSATURDAY • DECEMBER 12\nHOLIDAY FARMERS’ MARKET • 9 AM-1 PM\nCourt Green\nMATHEWS CHRISTMAS PARADE • 1 PM\nMain Street\nSANTA & THE GRINCH\nPhotos on Main Street at the Mathews Visitors Center and The Cottage\nOUTDOOR CHRISTMAS MOVIE • 6:30 PM\nCourt Green\nFood truck opens at 5:30 PM. Bring a chair\, picnic and warm blanket! \nSUNDAY • DECEMBER 13\nEMPTY BOWLS • 11 AM\nThe Bay School on Main Street\nSoup\, community and fellowship supporting\nHands Across Mathews.\nTicketed event. All other events are free. \nCOME CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS\nMATHEWS STYLE!\nSmall Town • Big Christmas Spirit\n• Maritime Heritage
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/pearl-of-the-chesapeake-christmas-december-11th-13th/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Holiday/ Seasonal,Library Events,Outdoor,Shopping
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-xmas-poster-2.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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