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General Meeting: The Carrington Event, Locally and Globally
General Meeting: The Carrington Event, Locally and Globally
In late August and early September of 1859, a massive solar storm caused dramatic and poorly understood effects across the earth. Hear some of the local and worldwide accounts of this event and learn about its implications for the present day. Please note that, beginning February 2017, the BHS will hold our general meetings at…
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Field Trip: St. Mary’s & Jerusalem Baptist Cemeteries
For our May members-only field trip, we'll join the Fairfax County Cemetery Preservation Association in tours of the historic cemeteries of St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church and Jerusalem Baptist Church in Fairfax Station. If you're not yet a member but would like to join us, see our Membership page for more information.
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BHS around Town: Camp Alger and a Local Epidemic
BHS around Town: Camp Alger and a Local Epidemic
In 1898, Camp Alger’s poor sanitation led to typhoid and a disastrous relocation march. Presenter: Cindy Bennett. This talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through May 2018. To register (beginning two weeks in advance), please find the program through the library’s…
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Field trip: Legato School
Members only: On Sunday, May 21st, we’ll visit the historic Legato School in the City of Fairfax. If you’re not yet a member but would like to join us, see our Membership page for more information.
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General Meeting: The Civil War among Local Civilians
General Meeting: The Civil War among Local Civilians
This month we’ll examine the civilian side of the War between the States, during which Fairfax County residents were subject to abitrary arrest, personal threats, and large-scale theft by Union and Confederate forces. Please note that, beginning February 2017, the BHS will hold our general meetings at Pohick Regional Library, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.…