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  • Virtual Meeting: Alexandria and the American Revolution

    Historian Patrick O’Neill discusses little-known local events in the War of Independence: a smallpox inoculation campaign at Jones Point, then a foray by British warships targeting Alexandria and Mount Vernon. *This talk will be presented online with Pohick Regional Library as host.  Please check the library’s calendar for a link to register for the event.*…

  • Virtual meeting: The Mayflower and Early New England Immigration

    This month, we'll recognize the 400th anniversary (just a few months late) of the Mayflower’s landing in November 1620. Christine West will discuss some of the major events leading up to and following the voyage. *This talk will be presented online with Pohick Regional Library as host.  Registration at the link below is required.* https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/7521223…

  • Genealogy, Beyond Ancestry.com: Finding Your Loved Ones

    Mary Lipsey, a volunteer docent at the National Archives, will offer advice on how to expand your genealogical research using the Archives and other resources. *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/7525972

  • Virtual Meeting: Seeking a Lost Gravesite

    Chris Brown, Post 7916 VFW Auxiliary Historian, recounts his adventure leading a small team in search of a lost Revolutionary War veteran’s grave in Putnam County, New York. *This talk will be presented online with Pohick Regional Library as host. Registration at the link below is required.* https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/7569072  

  • Alexandria and the War of 1812

    Historian and archaeologist Patrick O’Neill will discuss local events during the War of 1812, and particularly the squadron of British warships that effectively took Alexandria hostage and engaged with American forces at Belvoir Neck in September 1814. *This talk will be presented online with George Mason Regional Library as host. Registration at the link below…

  • This Old House

    The Burke Historical Society’s Mary Lipsey will present an overview of various historic houses across Springfield, Annandale, and Burke. *This talk will be presented online with Richard Byrd Library as host. Registration at the link below is required.* https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/7561825

  • Virtual Meeting: Seeking a Lost Gravesite

    Chris Brown, Post 7916 VFW Auxiliary Historian, recounts his adventure leading a small team in search of a lost Revolutionary War veteran’s grave in Putnam County, New York.  *This talk will be presented online with Pohick Regional Library as host.  Registration at the link below is required.* https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/7692230   *This is an encore presentation of…

  • The Quander Family

    Rohulamin Quander, a retired judge, genealogist, historian, and author, speaks about the Quanders of Fairfax County and beyond, one of the oldest and most notable African-American families in the country.  *This talk will be presented online with Pohick Regional Library as host.  Registration at the link below is required.* https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/7779521

  • Irish Emigration, the Potato Famine, and Castle Garden

    Jon Vrana from the Burke Historical Society will discuss 19th-century Irish emigration to the New World, from the perspective of an Irishman on his journey to New York, the Midwest, and the Great Plains. *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/7568871

  • Exhibit: Figures in Burke History

    Sydenstricker Schoolhouse 8511 Hooes Road, Springfield, VA, United States

    From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 5th, the Burke Historical Society will present a small exhibit called “Figures in Burke History” at the Sydenstricker Schoolhouse.  See the historic schoolhouse, and learn about the people who helped create the community we live in today.  Admission is free, but donations are appreciated to benefit…