• St. Patrick’s Day Dinner

    Kingston Episcopal Parish House 370 Main Street , Mathews Courthouse, VA, United States

    Once again, the Museum is planning a St. Patrick’s Day event to be held at Kingston Parish. There will be a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner and dessert, with an after dinner Irish coffee. A wine and beer cash bar will be available. In addition, an offering of fine woolen items from Ireland will […]

  • The Art of the Cocktail

    Bay School Community Arts Center 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, United States

    Explore the magic of mixology on March 20, 5:30-7:30 pm at The Bay School. During The Art of the Cocktail, you will: Discover the artistry of the perfect drink. Learn how to craft cocktails as beautiful as they are delicious. Participate in 15-minute demos led by a professional mixologist. Learn insider tips on infusing liquors, […]

  • MUSEUM TO FEATURE LOCAL BUSINESSES FOR WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

    Mathews Museum 200 Main Street, Mathews, VA, United States

    The Mathews Museum will recognize Mathews County’s local business women as the nation celebrates Women’s History Month in March, with an informational speakers panel at the Museum, March 21 at 7 pm Janice Jones, founder/owner of Roane’s Antiques at The Cottage on Main Street, began her career in the 1980s with redoing old furniture and […]

  • Mathews Farmers Market

    Courthouse Square Court St, Mathews, VA, United States

    The Market takes place on the Courthouse Green every Saturday from April through October from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Food, flowers, and gifts galore! Our vendors feature a variety of fresh vegetables, along with homemade bread and bakery goods, eggs, and meat. In addition, our vendors offer plants, flowers (potted and bouquets), handmade crafts, […]

  • Grand Re-Opening of Thomas James Store

    Thomas James Store 44 Maple Ave, Mathews, VA, United States

    The Mathews County Historical Society announces the re-opening of ca. 1820 Thomas James Store, one of the best-preserved country stores in southeast. The store was the recipient of Emergency Supplemental Historic Preservation Funds by the U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service, administered by Virginia Department of Historic Resources. The store has been lifted, […]

  • Donk’s 50th Anniversary Shows

    Harry M. Ward Auditorium - Mathews High School 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, United States

    Performance schedule coming, dates below: 4/5, 5/10, 6/14, 7/19, 8/16, 9/13, 10/18, 11/8, 12/6   All shows subject to last minute changes.  Please join the email list or on Facebook for real-time updates. Harry M. Ward Auditorium, Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA 23109 NEW!!!  Shows start at 7:30 PM – Doors […]

    $15
  • Concerts by the Bay: Bobby BlackHat

    Harry M. Ward Auditorium - Mathews High School 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, United States

    Known as Virginia’s Blues Ambassador, award winning recording artist, harmonica player, vocalist, songwriter, comedian, producer has been playing harmonica for over 46 years. Bobby is a retired U.S. Coast Guard Commander with 27 years of distinguished service which included serving as Military Aide to the President and being awarded the Coast Guard Medal for Heroism. […]

  • Founding Frenemies: Hamilton and the Virginians

    Mathews Museum 200 Main Street, Mathews, VA, United States

    “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 […]

  • Party at the Wharf 2025 Concert Series

    Williams Wharf 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, United States

    Stay tuned for a listing of performers and food trucks! All concerts are family-friendly! All cost $5, except 5/17 Party, which is free as part of the Tour de Chesapeake.

    $5
  • Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025

    Williams Wharf 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, United States

    Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for the kickoff to their Party at the Wharf Summer Series with live music by Mercy Creek, and delicious Salty's Bob Oyster and Seafood! Gates open at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm. All ages are welcome: tickets are $5 (12 and under are free!) Cash bar- wine […]

    $5
  • Disney’s “Newsies”

    Harry M. Ward Auditorium - Mathews High School 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, United States

    Joint the Court House Players for the presentations Disney's "Newsies!"   Dates: Friday, April 18, at 7 p.m.            Saturday, April 19, at 2 p.m.            Friday, April 25, at 7 p.m.            Saturday, April 26, at 2 p.m. and at 7 p.m. […]

    $22