Celebrate 250 Years of Revolutionary Resolve at the Fairfax Resolves Program and Marker Dedication

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Celebrate 250 Years of Revolutionary Resolve at the Fairfax Resolves Program and Marker Dedication

For Immediate Release: July 2, 2024

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Step into history and witness the birth of American defiance at the Fairfax Resolves Program and Marker Dedication on Thursday, July 18th. This free event marks the 250th anniversary of a pivotal moment when Virginia colonists penned a document that challenged British authority and inspired the fight for independence.

Event Highlights:

  • 5:00 PM: Explore engaging history booths
  • 6:00 PM: Official program begins
    • Marker Dedication: Honoring the pivotal actions that moved the colonies toward independence
    • Fife and Drum Performance: Enjoy the stirring music of the United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
    • Historical Portrayals: Hear from reenactors portraying George Washington and George Mason
    • Keynote Remarks: Delivered by Carly Fiorina, National Honorary Chairperson of the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission

Join us as we commemorate this groundbreaking document and the brave colonists who dared to speak their minds. This is a chance to learn about Virginia's significant role in the American Revolution and be inspired by the enduring spirit of liberty.

Partner Organizations:

  • VA250
  • Office of Historic Alexandria
  • George Washington’s Mount Vernon
  • George Mason’s Gunston Hall
  • Carlyle House Historic Park
  • Fairfax Resolves Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution

For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/Historic.

Additional Events:

  • FREE Outdoor Exhibition at Carlyle House: Tuesday, July 16 through mid-September. Discover the garden and the 25 Resolves advocates. Novaparks.com/parks/Carlyle-house-historic-park
  • Signature Lecture at Gunston Hall: Wednesday, July 17. Join Dr. Holly Brewer from the University of Maryland for a discussion on the Fairfax Resolves. Reception to follow. Gunstonhall.org
  • Special Events with Fairfax Resolves Sons of the American Revolution: Thursday, July 18. Events at Gunston Hall, Mount Vernon, and Pohick Church. FREE. Fairfaxresolvessar.org
  • Specialty Tours at Carlyle House: Friday, July 19 – Sunday, July 21. Delve into the history of key figures behind the Resolves. Registration required. Novaparks.com/parks/Carlyle-house-historic-park
  • Trivia and Tours at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum: Saturday, July 20 – Sunday, July 21. Test your knowledge of the Fairfax Resolves for a chance to win prizes. Alexandriava.gov/GadsbysTavern
  • The Origins of the Revolution Conference: Wednesday, July 24 – Thursday, July 25. Join historians for an in-depth exploration of the American Revolution’s beginnings. Mountvernon.org

For more details on these additional events, visit Fairfax Resolves 250th Anniversary Events. Celebrate the spirit of independence with us on this historic occasion. We look forward to seeing you there!

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For reasonable disability accommodation, contact Nicole Quinn at historicalexandria@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.4554, Virginia Relay 711.

If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you, please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703-746-3960.

For media inquiries, contact Jeanene Harris at 703.851.4333, Jeanene.harris@alexandriava.gov or Mike Frontiero at 804.823.9016, mfrontiero@va250.virginia.gov.

Alexandria at 275: Connecting to our past to define a brighter future.

Since its 1749 founding, the historic city of Alexandria has played a major role in our nation’s story and reflected its progress toward inclusivity. Join us at events from April through September as we mark Alexandria’s 275th anniversary and embark on the next chapter in our city’s vibrant history at alexandriava.gov/ALX275.

About VA250

The Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) was established to commemorate Virginia's role in the 250th anniversary of American independence. Its mission is to educate Virginians about their history and civic duty by hosting events and programs that tell Virginia's complete story in shaping the nation. Sign up for VA250's newsletter to discover events happening in your community.