Interpreting Census Records
Cindy Bennett from the Burke Historical Society will offer a general perspective on the federal Census as a genealogical tool. This program is not intended as a “how-to” for finding these records, but rather as an overview of what information the Census recorded each decade and how the genealogist should interpret it. *This talk will…
The Brown Family and Old Burke
Paula Brown Kelley will share memories and stories of life in Burke before large subdivisions, and of her family’s role in Burke’s history. Her grandfather, Paul E. Brown, served as a Fairfax County judge and helped lead the successful campaign to relocate the planned airport that threatened Burke’s survival. *This talk will be presented online…
Local History of Jazz: The Venues
Brian Slawski from the Burke Historical Society will discuss jazz clubs (and other less conventional jazz venues) past and present in Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia. *This talk will be presented online with George Mason Regional Library as host. Registration at the link below is required.* https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/7527007
Almost Forgotten Women
BHS member, local historian, and author Mary Lipsey will speak about her new book Almost Forgotten Women: Yesterday’s Headliners. The book describes the stories and accomplishments of over 60 remarkable women from American history, who struggled for equal rights and opportunities, and who were pioneers in fields ranging from politics to sports to science. *This…
General Meeting: They Came for Freedom: Alexandria Freedmen’s Cemetery
Pohick Regional Library 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke, VA, United StatesHistorian and author Char McCargo Bah will discuss the historical background of the Contrabands and Freedmen who migrated to Alexandria during the Civil War. In addition, this lecture will demonstrate methods that were used to locate the descendants of the Freedmen and Contrabands who were buried at the Cemetery from 1864 to 1869. *This talk…
Almost Forgotten Women
Patrick Henry Library 101 Maple Ave. East, Vienna, VA, United StatesLocal historian and author Mary Lipsey will speak about her new book Almost Forgotten Women: Yesterday’s Headliners. The book describes the stories and accomplishments of over 60 remarkable women from American history, who struggled for equal rights and opportunities, and who were pioneers in fields ranging from politics to sports to science. Books will be…
Virtual Meeting: Scandalous Women of Civil War Washington
Historian and author Dr. Cindy Gueli will explore the capital’s rich and colorful wartime history through some of its most notorious scandals involving women. Stories of murder, adultery, espionage, and prostitution reveal the intriguing life and culture unique to the city. *This talk will be presented online with Pohick Regional Library as host. Registration at…
Exhibit: The Burke Historical Society’s Redesigned Posters
Sydenstricker Schoolhouse 8511 Hooes Road, Springfield, VA, United StatesPlease join us on Saturday, October 2nd, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., as the Burke Historical Society unveils their first round of newly redesigned posters on local history. The Society’s summer project was to begin reworking these posters into a more durable, consistent, and attractive form. Stop by, see the results, and learn a…
The Night of Terror: Suffragists at the Occoquan Workhouse
Cindy Bennett from the Burke Historical Society will discuss the story and fate of 33 suffragists imprisoned at the Occoquan (Lorton) Workhouse in November 1917. The tenacity of these fearless women led to the 1920 passage of the 19th amendment granting women the right to vote. *This program will be presented online with George Mason…
Ghosts, Goons, and a Bunny Man
BHS Treasurer Cindy Bennett shares spooky tales of local legends, haunted spots and the creepy monsters of Northern Virginia, including some who have never left. *This program will be presented online with Richard Byrd Library as host. Registration at the link below is required.* https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/8000522