Cedar Mountain Battlefield – 6 miles north of the Inn on James Madison Hwy. (US 15); site of Aug. 9, 1962 defeat of Gen. Pope by Stonewall Jackson; fighting actually started at what is now the entrance of the Inn at Meander Plantation.

Brandy Station Battlefield and Graffiti House – North-east of Culpeper. Site of the largest cavalry battle of the Civil War; encompasses over 15 miles of terrain.

Exchange Hotel and Civil War Museum – Gordonsville. Civil War medical museum and history of Gordonsville as a railroad town.

Wilderness Civil War Battlefield – Orange County. Site of first Lee vs. Grant encounter; bloodiest and most decisive campaign of the Civil War.

Monticello, the House

Old Rag Mountain – Madison County (Shenandoah National Park). Popular hiking destination; exposed rock summit elevation of 3,291 feet.

Shenandoah National Park/Skyline Drive of Blue Ridge Mountains – National scenic byway known for year-round spectacular panoramic views, hiking and wildlife.

Untold Stories in Honor of Black History Month

http://www.fowb.org/index.php/news/events/untold-stories-event-registration/

Friends of Wilderness Battlefield (FoWB) is co-sponsoring a Black History Month event on February 22 (rain date, March 1) composed of four vignettes in several churches in old town Fredericksburg. Each vignette will depict a scene portraying African American involvement in one of four major wars, from the Revolutionary War to World War II (WWII). Call Dick Rankin at 972-2862 or Barry Thompson at 972-3757 for more information.

Date: February 22nd
Hours: Every 20 minutes starting at 6:20pm
Location: St. George’s Episcopal Church: 905 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA

Love Me Tonight at the Library of Congress Packard Theatre

https://www.loc.gov/avconservation/theater/schedule.html

Located fifteen minutes away from the Inn at Meander Plantation, this beautiful 205 seat Art Deco-style theater with superlative sound, state-of-the-art film projection and comfortable seating is the site for a wide selection of film, video and television screenings as well as live performances. All Packard Campus programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 younger must be accompanied by an adult. Open seating is on a “first come, first served” basis. The theater lobby will open 45 minutes before show time.

Date: February 22nd
Hours: 7:30pm
Location: Packard Campus Theatre: 19053 Mt Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701

Akeelah and the Bee at the Library of Congress Packard Theatre

https://www.loc.gov/avconservation/theater/schedule.html

Located fifteen minutes away from the Inn at Meander Plantation, this beautiful 205 seat Art Deco-style theater with superlative sound, state-of-the-art film projection and comfortable seating is the site for a wide selection of film, video and television screenings as well as live performances. All Packard Campus programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 younger must be accompanied by an adult. Open seating is on a “first come, first served” basis. The theater lobby will open 45 minutes before show time.

Date: February 23rd
Hours: 2:00pm
Location: Packard Campus Theatre: 19053 Mt Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701

Just Another Girl on the I.R.T. at the Library of Congress Packard Theatre

https://www.loc.gov/avconservation/theater/schedule.html

Located fifteen minutes away from the Inn at Meander Plantation, this beautiful 205 seat Art Deco-style theater with superlative sound, state-of-the-art film projection and comfortable seating is the site for a wide selection of film, video and television screenings as well as live performances. All Packard Campus programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 younger must be accompanied by an adult. Open seating is on a “first come, first served” basis. The theater lobby will open 45 minutes before show time.

Date: February 23rd
Hours: 7:30pm
Location: Packard Campus Theatre: 19053 Mt Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701

DIY Painting Class with Wine & Design

http://wineanddesign.com/calendars/event.php?id=143836

Spend a relaxing evening creating your masterpiece with Wine & Design. This is a great opportunity to get in touch with your artistic side in a relaxed setting. Please call 540-661-8409 in advance if you are interested in reserving a seat!

Date: February 23rd
Hours: 6:30pm
Location: 201 Waters Place #109 Culpeper VA 22701

Madison Ghost Walk

https://madisonva.com/event/auto-draft-226/

Join MadCo Paranormal Society for a ghost tour of downtown Madison. We will be sharing ghost stories about all the historical locations in the town of Madison. This will be an outside walking tour, so dress for the weather. The tour will start at the Kemper Mansion @5:30 and head down Main Street. This event is free and open to all ages!

Date: February 23rd
Hours: 5:30pm
Location: Kemper Manison: 412 N. Main St., Madison, VA 22727

Music on the Patio with Jimmy O

http://ducardvineyards.com/calendar.html

Come spend your day relaxing at the winery listening to the music of Jimmy O. He is an amazing guitarist with a unique style of classic rock, oldies, and rockin’ country mix sure to please everyone. Grab your favorite glass of wine and enjoy some great music. No cover and dog friendly!

Date: February 23rd
Hours: 2:00pm-5:00pm
Location: DuCard Vineyards: 40 Gibson Hollow Ln, Etlan, VA 22719

Downtown Culpeper Carnival

https://visitculpeperva.com/event/2019/3/2/culpeper-downtown-carnival.aspx

Join the excitement of Mardi Gras in Downtown Culpeper, Virginia brought to you by Culpeper Renaissance, Inc.! Fun for the entire family including: live music, performing artists, wagon rides, New Orleans inspired food, crafts for children, strolling costumed performers, and face painting. Enjoy the traditions of Mardi Gras with beads and masks for all. Explore Historic Downtown Culpeper, while experiencing all that the Culpeper Downtown Carnival has to offer: eat savory, shop, listen, learn, and eat sweet for your chance at an amazing Downtown Gift Basket!

Date: March 2nd
Hours: 10:00am-8:00pm
Location: Downtown Culpeper, Davis Street, Culpeper, VA 22701

Music on the Patio with By the Fire

http://ducardvineyards.com/calendar.html

Enjoy wine from local winery, DuCard Vineyards, accompanied by live funk, rock and roll and reggae music on Saturday, March 2nd. You are also welcome to bring your own picnic to enjoy fireside during the performance and wine tasting. This wonderful local event has no additional cover and is dog friendly!

Date: March 2nd
Hours: 2:00pm-5:00pm
Location: DuCard Vineyards

Soap Making at Glazed Up

https://glazed-up.com/ola/services/lather-up-march-2?olaT=2019-03-02T21%3A00%3A00.000Z&olaR=342540

Bring in the kiddies (or not) and make your own bar of soap AND glaze your own soap dish! We’re using melt and pour soap so it’s safe for all ages. $30 per person. Includes all supplies (for making a bar of soap and glazing a soap dish), kiln firing, snacks, and 1 glass of wine per adult! Space is limited, so be sure to register in advance!

Date: March 2nd
Hours: 4:00pm
Location: Glazed Up: 509 South Main Street, Suite 151, Culpeper, Virginia 22701, United States

Rise of the Guardians at the Library of Congress Packard Theatre

https://www.loc.gov/avconservation/theater/schedule.html

Located fifteen minutes away from the Inn at Meander Plantation, this beautiful 205 seat Art Deco-style theater with superlative sound, state-of-the-art film projection and comfortable seating is the site for a wide selection of film, video and television screenings as well as live performances. All Packard Campus programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 younger must be accompanied by an adult. Open seating is on a “first come, first served” basis. The theater lobby will open 45 minutes before show time.

Date: March 2nd
Hours: 2:00pm
Location: Packard Campus Theatre: 19053 Mt Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701

Culpeper Downtown Restaurant Week

https://visitculpeperva.com/event/2019/3/4/culpeper-downtown-restaurant-week.aspx

Savor Culpeper and Take a Culinary Cruise During Culpeper Downtown Restaurant Week March 4-10, 2019! If you’ve been waiting for a special occasion to explore the robust and diverse mix of downtown Culpeper restaurants, you now have one: Culpeper Renaissance’s Restaurant Weeks. Started by local restaurateurs in 2009, the event encourages diners to break out of typical work-week patterns and share a meal with family and friends at nine different downtown restaurants. With specially priced menu options. Call your favorite or perhaps a new downtown restaurant for hours of operation and to make your reservation. And start planning now, this is one culinary trip you won’t want to miss.

Date: March 4th-10th
Location: Downtown Culpeper, Davis Street, Culpeper, VA 22701

Mom’s Night Out at Glazed Up!

https://glazed-up.com/ola/services/it-s-all-about-that-vase?olaT=2019-03-09T00%3A00%3A00.000Z&olaR=342540

Unleash your inner artist on this perfect sized vase! $40 per person when purchased in advance. Includes vase, all supplies, kiln firing, and 1 glass of red or white wine. Supplies limited!

Date: March 8th
Hours: 7:00pm
Location: Glazed Up: 509 South Main Street, Suite 151, Culpeper, Virginia 22701, United States

Dogfight at the Library of Congress Packard Theatre

https://www.loc.gov/avconservation/theater/schedule.html

Located fifteen minutes away from the Inn at Meander Plantation, this beautiful 205 seat Art Deco-style theater with superlative sound, state-of-the-art film projection and comfortable seating is the site for a wide selection of film, video and television screenings as well as live performances. All Packard Campus programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 younger must be accompanied by an adult. Open seating is on a “first come, first served” basis. The theater lobby will open 45 minutes before show time.

Date: March 8th
Hours: 7:30pm
Location: Packard Campus Theatre: 19053 Mt Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701

Spring Oyster Festival at Early Mountain Winery

https://www.earlymountain.com/events

Join Early Mountain Vineyards, Saturday, March 9 and Sunday, March 10 from 12pm to 5pm for our Spring Oyster Festival, a weekend of Virginia wines,The Jacob Paul Allen Band, out of Nashville, and fresh oysters sourced from the Eastern Shore. Secure your tickets HERE. Early Mountain’s Culinary Crew will provide a seasonal menu of crab cakes, fried oysters, clam chowder, and of course, freshly shucked oysters on the half shell. We will also have a wide variety of wines available for purchase, including several of our top award-winners. We can’t wait to see you at this family friendly event! Get your tickets here.

Date: March 9th and 10th
Hours: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Early Mountain Vineyards: 6109 Wolftown-Hood Rd, Madison, VA 22727

Music on the Patio with Travis Elliott

http://ducardvineyards.com/calendar.html

Enjoy wine from local winery, DuCard Vineyards, accompanied by live music on Saturday, March 2nd. You are also welcome to bring your own picnic to enjoy fireside during the performance and wine tasting. This wonderful local event has no additional cover and is dog friendly!

Date: March 9th
Hours: 2:00pm-5:00pm
Location: DuCard Vineyards

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

http://www.theparamount.net/event/shenandoah-national-park-trust-presents-banff-mountain-film-festival-5/

The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to The Paramount Theater on Sunday and Monday, March 10 and 11, with different films presented each night of the festival. Hold onto your seats and catch your breath for the best mountain adventure and mountain culture short films of the year! The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour features the best of the best in climbing, kayaking, skiing, biking, cave diving, and more. Both nights sell out swiftly, so we encourage you to purchase your tickets early.

Date: March 10th and 11th
Hours: 6:00pm
Location: The Paramount: 215 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Best of the Kennedy Center Honors… at the Library of Congress Packard Theatre

https://www.loc.gov/avconservation/theater/schedule.html

Located fifteen minutes away from the Inn at Meander Plantation, this beautiful 205 seat Art Deco-style theater with superlative sound, state-of-the-art film projection and comfortable seating is the site for a wide selection of film, video and television screenings as well as live performances. All Packard Campus programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 younger must be accompanied by an adult. Open seating is on a “first come, first served” basis. The theater lobby will open 45 minutes before show time.

Date: March 15th
Hours: 7:30pm
Location: Packard Campus Theatre: 19053 Mt Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701

Music on the Patio with Adriel Genet

http://ducardvineyards.com/calendar.html

Enjoy wine from local winery, DuCard Vineyards, accompanied by live music on Saturday, March 2nd. You are also welcome to bring your own picnic to enjoy fireside during the performance and wine tasting. This wonderful local event has no additional cover and is dog friendly!

Date: March 16th
Hours: 2:00pm-5:00pm
Location: DuCard Vineyards

James Madison’s Birthday and Wreath Laying Ceremony at Montpelier

http://www.theparamount.net/event/shenandoah-national-park-trust-presents-banff-mountain-film-festival-5/

Commemorate the 268th birthday of James Madison, featuring the United States Marine Corps’ Honor Guard, Color Guard, and Firing detail, during this annual wreath-laying ceremony. Pre-ceremony music will begin at 1:10 PM, and the official ceremony commences at 1:30 PM at the Madison Family Cemetery. Delegate Nick Freitas of Virginia’s 30th district is the featured speaker. In the House, Mr. Madison will accept birthday wishes.

Date: March 16th
Hours: 1:30pm
Location: Montpelier: 11350 Constitution Hwy, Montpelier Station, VA 22957

The Band Wagon at the Library of Congress Packard Theatre

https://www.loc.gov/avconservation/theater/schedule.html

Located fifteen minutes away from the Inn at Meander Plantation, this beautiful 205 seat Art Deco-style theater with superlative sound, state-of-the-art film projection and comfortable seating is the site for a wide selection of film, video and television screenings as well as live performances. All Packard Campus programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 younger must be accompanied by an adult. Open seating is on a “first come, first served” basis. The theater lobby will open 45 minutes before show time.

Date: March 23rd
Hours: 7:30pm
Location: Packard Campus Theatre: 19053 Mt Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701

Vertical Wine Tasting at DuCard Vineyards

http://ducardvineyards.com/calendar.html

We’ll be pouring vintages from our library – 2009 to present – tasting and talking about the effects of that season’s weather, vineyard practices and winemaking techniques on the finished wine. This is a really fun event that we do only about once a year. Nibbles accompany the tasting and the small remaining stock of these wines will be available for sale. Call in advance if interested in reserving a spot!

Date: March 24th
Hours: 4:00pm
Location: DuCard Vineyards

Archaeology Walking Tour: The Plantation Beneath the Canopy

https://www.montpelier.org/events/dig-it-montpelier-archaeology-tour

Walk often-unseen Montpelier landscapes with a member of our archaeology staff to learn about the discovery and interpretation of archaeological sites, cemeteries, and Civil War encampments.

Date: March 30th
Hours: 1:00pm
Location: Montpelier: 11350 Constitution Hwy, Montpelier Station, VA 22957

Jurassic Park at the Library of Congress Packard Theatre

https://www.loc.gov/avconservation/theater/schedule.html

Located fifteen minutes away from the Inn at Meander Plantation, this beautiful 205 seat Art Deco-style theater with superlative sound, state-of-the-art film projection and comfortable seating is the site for a wide selection of film, video and television screenings as well as live performances. All Packard Campus programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 younger must be accompanied by an adult. Open seating is on a “first come, first served” basis. The theater lobby will open 45 minutes before show time.

Date: March 30th
Hours: 7:30pm
Location: Packard Campus Theatre: 19053 Mt Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701