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Presented by York River State Park at York River State Park

May 19, 2012

Join the Virginia Peninsula Astronomy Stargazers for a night of wonder and discovery. Away from the city lights, the broad cliffs above the York River are perfect for observing constelations, planets, and other features in the night sky. There is no fee for this program.

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	Tell-a-friend Civil War's 150th: The Battle of Drewry's Bluff Presented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum May 19, 2012 This will continue the exciting lecture series occurring periodically throughout the year of 2012. These lectures will highlight the most important dates surrounding the USS ...More
	Tell-a-friend Jefferson Lab Open House Presented by Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility May 19, 2012 The U.S. Department of Energy's Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility will hold an Open House on Saturday, May 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Come explore the world-class research ...More
	Tell-a-friend Plant Conservation Day and Sky Art Presented by Virginia Zoo at Virginia Zoo May 19, 2012 The Virginia Zoo will celebrate plant conservation and hold its second annual Sky Art event 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, 2012. Plant Conservation Day activities will ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Girl Scouts Rock the Beach Presented by Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast at Virginia Beach Convention Center May 19, 2012 The Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast invites the public to join them at Girl Scouts Rock the Beach on Saturday May 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Virginia Beach Convention ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Fifteenth Annual Civil War Reenactment at Fort Pocahontas Presented by Fort Pocahontas at Wilson's Wharf May 19-May 20, 2012 Fort Pocahontas at Wilson’s Wharf will come alive through Civil War living history, civilian presentations, guided fort tours and two battle reenactments. Activities ...More
	Tell-a-friend Art After Dark at the Chrysler Museum of Art Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art May 23, 2012 Our summer film series returns with the documentary Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child. Centered on a rare interview that director Tamra Davis shot with her friend Jean-Michel ...More
	Tell-a-friend Art After Dark at the Chrysler Museum of Art Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art May 23, 2012 Our summer film series returns with the documentary Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child. Centered on a rare interview that director Tamra Davis shot with her friend Jean-Michel ...More

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Event Name	Organization	Dates	City
Material Witnesses: Quilts and Their Makers Material Witnesses: Quilts and Their Makers Presented by Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum at Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum November 26, 2009 - Ongoing This exhibition tells the fascinating and varied stories of the women and men who produced intricate, colorful bed coverings in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.	Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum	11/26/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Growing Up in the 19th Century Growing Up in the 19th Century Presented by Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum at Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum June 29, 2008 - Ongoing What was it like growing up in the 1800s? Did children enjoy the same activities that they do today? Visitors will hear stories from the past as they explore the galleries and make a 19th-century toy.	Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum	06/29/08- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Reopening for Tours & Shopping Reopening for Tours & Shopping Presented by Bacon's Castle at Bacon's Castle March 2-November 25, 2012 The Castle is scheduled to reopen for public tours beginning Friday, March 2nd, 2012. The Castle will be open for shopping and tours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Hours-of-Days will vary and are TBD. Between now and March 2nd, we invite you to enjoy the grounds and picnic tables. We look forward to welcoming you soon! The Castle's house and grounds showcases historic architecture, agriculture, landscaping and the history of Virginia beginning in 1665 when Arthur Allen built his...	Bacon's Castle	03/02/12- 11/25/12	Surry
Out of the Box Out of the Box Presented by Blue Skies Art Gallery at Blue Skies Art Gallery June 27-August 5, 2012 Member artists show us their hidden talents by creating art in a completely different medium. A reception and “reveal” will be held on June 30th from 5:30-7:30.	Blue Skies Art Gallery	06/27/12- 08/05/12	Hampton
Mathews Art Gallery Trunk Show Mathews Art Gallery Trunk Show Presented by Blue Skies Art Gallery at Blue Skies Art Gallery June 27-August 5, 2012 Blue Skies Gallery will feature the works of Mathews Art Gallery. Mathews Art Gallery, founded in the 1960s, boasts more than 50 local artists and craftspeople who specialize in oil, watercolor, and acrylic painting, wood carving, pottery, glass, jewelry, fabric, and scrimshaw. www.mathewsartgallery.org	Blue Skies Art Gallery	06/27/12- 08/05/12	Hampton
Jen Callahan "Watercolor" Jen Callahan "Watercolor" Presented by Blue Skies Art Gallery at Blue Skies Art Gallery August 7-September 18, 2012 Award winning Fine Artist Jen Callahan will show her vibrant eye-catching watercolor and mixed media paintings. Callahan’s bright paintings have an abstract quality to them while reflecting her love and fascination with animals and their movements in nature. www.jenartwork.com	Blue Skies Art Gallery	08/07/12- 09/18/12	Hampton
Historic Houses Programs Historic Houses Programs Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at The Moses Myers House September 19, 2009 - Ongoing Weekend Programs at the Historic Houses explore specific themes of the Moses Myers House in greater detail. Weekend programs are scheduled weekly at 1pm on Saturdays and Sundays.	Chrysler Museum of Art	09/19/09- Ongoing	Norfolk
Moses Myers Maritime Merchant Moses Myers Maritime Merchant Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at The Moses Myers House September 1, 2009 - Ongoing This ongoing exhibit at the Moses Myers House draws an exceptionally accurate picture of 18th-century life.	Chrysler Museum of Art	09/01/09- Ongoing	Norfolk
Barton Myers: Norfolk Visionary Barton Myers: Norfolk Visionary Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at The Moses Myers House September 30, 2009 - Ongoing Barton Myers is an exciting new exhibit at the Moses Myers House.	Chrysler Museum of Art	09/30/09- Ongoing	Norfolk
Norfolk History Museum Series - Moses Myers & Sons: Merchant Princes of the Atlantic Norfolk History Museum Series - Moses Myers & Sons: Merchant Princes of the Atlantic Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art March 11, 2009 - Ongoing Join John Christiansen, manager of the Chrysler's Historic Houses, in the Museum's Kaufman Theatre to explore the business activities of Moses Myers and his family.	Chrysler Museum of Art	03/11/09- Ongoing	Norfolk
Cameo Performances: Masterpieces of Cameo Glass from the Chrysler's Collection Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Cameo Performances: Masterpieces of Cameo Glass from the Chrysler's Collection Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art June 29, 2008 - Ongoing Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): Highlighting the skills of master carvers and their sources of inspiration, Cameo Performances explores the history of cameo glass carving beginning with ancient Roman examples, focusing on the popular technique's resurgence in England during the late 19th century.	Chrysler Museum of Art	06/29/08- Ongoing	Norfolk
30 Americans Exhibition at the Chrysler Museum of Art 30 Americans Exhibition at the Chrysler Museum of Art Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art March 16-July 15, 2012 This spring, the Chrysler Museum introduces Hampton Roads to 30 Americans, an exhibition of intriguing contemporary art by internationally acclaimed artists who are African-American. From Robert Colescott and Jean-Michael Basquiat to Kehinde Wiley and Mickalene Thomas, 30 Americans surveys some of the most significant artistic contributions of the past three decades. This show brings together 75 works by 31 artists to include paintings, sculpture, photographs and videos.	Chrysler Museum of Art	03/16/12- 07/15/12	Norfolk
The South in black and White: Photographs by Baldwin Lee The South in black and White: Photographs by Baldwin Lee Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art February 8-August 19, 2012 In the 1980s photorapher Baldwin Lee traveled through African-American communities in the South capturing images of extraordinary places and people. Lee created works of great form, beauty and subtlety that reveal a deep feeling for his subjects and their life stories.	Chrysler Museum of Art	02/08/12- 08/19/12	Norfolk
Cities of Lights: Photographs from the Chrysler Collection Cities of Lights: Photographs from the Chrysler Collection Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art February 15-December 30, 2012 The energy and vitality of the modern city, with its distinctive architecture and way of life, have long fascinated photographers from Germaine Knull and llse Bing to Jun shiraoka and Abelardo Morell. This focused exhibition explores the urban metropolis as a source of poetic and visual inspiration for photographers across generations and continents.	Chrysler Museum of Art	02/15/12- 12/30/12	Norfolk
Hip Hop Workshop at the Chrysler Museum of Art Hip Hop Workshop at the Chrysler Museum of Art Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art May 30, 2012 Join Rashidi Barrett, the multifaceted artist known as DJ Cornbread, for a Hip Hop Workshop. This interdisciplinary program will include music, dance, and spoken word influences and performances.	Chrysler Museum of Art	05/30/12	Norfolk
1812 (AND FIREWORKS) ON THE HAGUE 1812 (AND FIREWORKS) ON THE HAGUE Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art June 1, 2012 The Chrysler Museum and the Virginia Symphony under the baton of Maestro Ben Rous join forces to offer a free outdoor concert on the lawn outside the Museum. The grand finale will be a thrilling performance of the Techaikovsky's rousing 1812 Overture complete with live fireworks shot from the roof of the Museum. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic supper, and of course your friends and family for a great night under the stars. The event is sponsored by The Norfolk Consortium and T....	Chrysler Museum of Art	06/01/12	Norfolk
Saturday Art Forum (A Conversation With the Artist) Saturday Art Forum (A Conversation With the Artist) Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art June 2, 2012 Come to the Chrysler Museum of Art for an art filled hour with Hank Willis Thomas whose work is currently on view at the Chrysler. Hear the artist discuss how he mixes themes of identity and history with advertising and popular culture into a social commentary that is at once comfortably familiar and forcefully caustic. His three works in 30 Americans Priceless, Branded Head, Basketball and Chain beautifully illustrate this perspective.	Chrysler Museum of Art	06/02/12	Norfolk
Vision in Clay: CDA Artists Vision in Clay: CDA Artists Presented by City of Portsmouth March 25-May 28, 2012 The exhibit promotes the exploration of the ceramic arts from functional ware to large sale sculptures.	City of Portsmouth	03/25/12- 05/28/12	Portsmouth
Concert In the Courtyard - Free Music Series Concert In the Courtyard - Free Music Series Presented by City of Portsmouth March 2, 2012-March 2, 2013 Enjoy music in the Art Annex from The Herbie D Band with Amy Ferebee.	City of Portsmouth	03/02/12- 03/02/13	Portsmouth
Anecdotes & Parables - Georgeanna Fellio and Heather Bryant Anecdotes & Parables - Georgeanna Fellio and Heather Bryant Presented by City of Portsmouth at Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center April 21-July 1, 2012 This exhibition features lithographs, sculptures and paintings by Heather Bryant, Georgeanna Fellio and Linda Mitchell, three artists who explore animal narratives in their work. Reception: May 4, 2012 from 5pm-8pm	City of Portsmouth	04/21/12- 07/01/12	Portsmouth
Keva Planks Exhibit at Children's Museum of Virginia Keva Planks Exhibit at Children's Museum of Virginia Presented by City of Portsmouth at Children's Museum of Virginia May 11-June 24, 2012 The Children’s Museum of Virginia will introduce a unique exhibit in our Changing Exhibits Gallery that blends art and science. Imagine thousands of perfectly cut, identical wooden construction blocks measuring ¼ inch thick, ¾ inch wide and 4 ½ inches long that can be stacked without using glue or connectors to build sculptures, towers, planes, furniture, bridges, buildings and just about anything you can think of! The KEVA planks exhibit consists of fifty...	City of Portsmouth	05/11/12- 06/24/12	Portsmouth
COME SEA HISTORY! COME SEA HISTORY! Presented by City of Portsmouth at Lightship Portsmouth Museum May 28, 2012 Celebrate Memorial Day with the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship Portsmouth, following Portsmouth’s Memorial Day Parade! Learn about over 250 years of Portsmouth and naval history. Join in on Civil War era Revenue Cutter Service and U.S. Navy Demonstrations. Also, meet lightship sailors with the Tidewater Maritime Living History Association! Create shipbuilding and patriotic crafts, play historic games, and go on a scavenger hunt.	City of Portsmouth	05/28/12	Portsmouth
GARDEN DELIGHTS: PLEIN AIR PAINTING TRIP TO THE PINKHAM GARDENS GARDEN DELIGHTS: PLEIN AIR PAINTING TRIP TO THE PINKHAM GARDENS Presented by City of Portsmouth at Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center May 26, 2012 PAINTERS!!! –Bring your oils, acrylics, watercolors, and brush-ink. You will NOT want to miss this rare opportunity to utilize an amazing backdrop for creative energy. The Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center (PACC), along with Bill and Linda Pinkham, are hosting a painting expedition to the Pinkham Gardens. Participants will meet at PACC for carpooling to the garden. There, Bill and Linda will give an orientation of the grounds which are filled with beautiful and bizarre life-forms,...	City of Portsmouth	05/26/12	Portsmouth
Theater and the Road to Revolution Theater and the Road to Revolution Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg May 21, 2009 - Ongoing How did theater impact the political climate up to and during the war years? The audience is invited to become acquainted with the role theater played during a time when public performances were banned by the then Continental Congress.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	05/21/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Public Audience with a Founding Father Public Audience with a Founding Father Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg May 21, 2009 - Ongoing Much as in the days of yore, those visiting Colonial Williamsburg may, if they so choose, experience an interactive public audience with a Founding Father of our nation in the historical context of the 18th century discussing political and social events of the day.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	05/21/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Down on the Farm Down on the Farm Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg September 1, 2009 - Ongoing This exhibition in the Penelope P. and Dr. Sergio V. Proserpi Gallery follows the story of Prince, a carved wooden dog, as he explores the country side. This family-friendly exhibition features animals in paintings, sculpture and toys. Visitors read rhyming text that tells the adventures of Prince as he meets up with weathervane roosters, carved ducks, and wooden horses. Related sticker book and plush toy available in the Museum Store.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	09/01/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
The Challenge of Independence The Challenge of Independence Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg April 8, 2009 - Ongoing In late June 1776, Archibald Cary, Robert Carter Nicholas and other members of Virginia's "Independence Delegation" discuss Virginia's Declaration of Rights and new state constitution. The future of the new republic is their responsibility. Takes place in the Governor's Palace gardens, weather permitting.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/08/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Listen My Children: Legends, Myths and Fables for Families Listen My Children: Legends, Myths and Fables for Families Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg April 6, 2009 - Ongoing Bring the entire family to the Coffeehouse Backyard for a gathering with fun and interesting stories that the whole family will enjoy. Storytellers will share their tales by firelight as young and old hear some of the same legends that entertained families of centuries past.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/06/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Resolved, Free and Independent States Resolved, Free and Independent States Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg April 7, 2009 - Ongoing The representatives of the free men of Virginia take the bold first step in breaking from Great Britain by passing resolutions for independence. They must now set about establishing a republican form of government.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/07/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
A Court of Tar and Feathers A Court of Tar and Feathers Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg April 7, 2009 - Ongoing The men who answered Virginia's call for the defense of American liberty were proud, brave, and spirited. They were bound together by the ties of honor and love of country. Any who would challenge their rights and liberties had better beware!	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/07/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Revolutionary City: Collapse of Royal Government, 1774-1776 Revolutionary City: Collapse of Royal Government, 1774-1776 Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg April 16, 2009 - Ongoing From May 1774 to May 1776, events took place in Williamsburg that changed Virginians from subjects of a distant monarch to citizens of a self-governing republic. Join in and witness dramatic scenes depicting key events of 1774-1776.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/16/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Theater and the Road to Revolution Theater and the Road to Revolution Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg April 16, 2009 - Ongoing How did theater impact the political climate up to and during the war years? Colonial Williamsburg explores the role theater played during a time when public performances were banned by the Continental Congress. Topics vary daily, and include Washington's connection with theater, women's contributions to the war, and printed propaganda, just to name a few.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/16/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Ceramics Up-Close Ceramics Up-Close Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum September 5, 2008 - Ongoing This in-depth 45 minute look at the museum's ceramics includes interesting stories about the craftsmen, their creations and the functions for which they were used.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	09/05/08- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Revolutionary Points of View Revolutionary Points of View Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg January 14, 2010 - Ongoing At the Courthouse, meet three people of the past who will share the common public opinion on the issue of independence, then join them and engage in the most important debate in the American nation's history.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	01/14/10- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Tapas and Tunes Tapas and Tunes Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Williamsburg Lodge June 13, 2009 - Ongoing The staff of the Williamsburg Lodge Lobby Lounge offers Tapas and Tunes. "Tapas," or small portions, originated in Spain as part of the social scene. "Tapar" means "to cover" in Spanish, and as the story goes, the first tapa was a slice of ham served on top of a sherry glass to keep sand from blowing into the drink. Bartenders soon realized the salty ham made the patrons thirsty, and a tradition was born. Today, tapas are enjoyed as individual appetizers...	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	06/13/09- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Ongoing Events at Colonial Williamsburg Ongoing Events at Colonial Williamsburg Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Colonial Williamsburg July 1, 2010 - Ongoing Colonial Williamsburg presents a number of recurring performances, historical tours and exhibits each week, some of them interactive, all of them interesting. Among the current topics are: Star Crossed Lovers, Revolutionary City: Collapse of Royal Government, The Gale From the North, Bits and Bridles Tour, Handel, Bach, and Who?, Princes without a Palace: Tracing African Princes and Captives in Williamsburg, Drop Spindle Spinning Class, Cry Witch and much more.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	07/01/10- Ongoing	Williamsburg
Fashion Accessories from Head to Toe: 1600 to 1840 Fashion Accessories from Head to Toe: 1600 to 1840 Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum January 29, 2011-August 31, 2012 A new exhibition at Colonial Williamsburg’s DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum features apparel that turned heads for 240 years and demonstrates that fashion accessories were just as important in the distant past as they are today. “Fashion Accessories from Head to Toe: 1600 to 1840” takes wardrobe items out of the closet and illustrates their roles in reflecting the latest fashion trends for men and women. More than 200 fashion accessories are displayed —...	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	01/29/11- 08/31/12	Williamsburg
More Than Meets The Eye More Than Meets The Eye Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum March 26, 2011-August 31, 2012 Maps fascinate many people because of the ability of those ancient documents to reveal stories about the past. Maps serve a variety of practical purposes — to document new discoveries, to facilitate travel, to claim land and to record military activity. As scientific and authoritative documents, maps imparted a perception of power and control over the environment. They also served as important tools for swaying public opinion when their creators carefully considered what information to...	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	03/26/11- 08/31/12	Williamsburg
Art in Clay: Masterworks of North Carolina Earthenware Art in Clay: Masterworks of North Carolina Earthenware Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum September 24, 2011-July 29, 2012 A new traveling ceramics exhibition exploring the Old World traditions of the early Carolina backcountry opens Sept. 24 in Colonial Williamsburg’s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum. “Art in Clay: Masterworks of North Carolina Earthenware” is the first exhibit to celebrate the achievements of North Carolina's 18th- and 19th-century potters. Highly skilled craftsmen of European and British descent brought a variety of Old World traditions with them to America...	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	09/24/11- 07/29/12	Williamsburg
First Hit First Hit Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum September 9, 2011-September 11, 2012 “First Hit,” the first 21st-century folk art painting acquisition by Colonial Williamsburg’s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, will go on view today in the introductory gallery of the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg. “First Hit” is a 2002 oil painting by Virginia Beach artist Betty Herbert that depicts one of the most horrifying moments in recent memory — the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on New York City’s World Trade...	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	09/09/11- 09/11/12	Williamsburg
"Kids In Art" Fridays "Kids In Art" Fridays Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum April 6-June 15, 2012 “Kids in Art” is a new guided tour for guests to explore the galleries in search of depictions of kids in art and then create their own kid-inspired masterpiece to take home.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/06/12- 06/15/12	Williamsburg
"The Material World" "The Material World" Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum March 14-June 13, 2012 Explore the world of art through the eyes of a conservator. Hands-on activities help children see how interconnected science and art truly are at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays, March 14-June 13 (except April 25 and May 9).	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	03/14/12- 06/13/12	Williamsburg
Art Stop Art Stop Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum March 17-June 12, 2012 “Art Stop” creates a work of art to take home inspired by objects in the collection during the program at 10:30 a.m. March 17 and 24, and Tuesdays, April 3-June 12.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	03/17/12- 06/12/12	Williamsburg
Heraldry Heraldry Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum April 5-June 14, 2012 “Heraldry” explores the galleries for coats of arms. While learning the meaning behind the symbols, kids may illustrate a book to take home. Recommended for children 8 and up. This program will take place at 1:45 p.m. Thursdays, April 5-June 14.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/05/12- 06/14/12	Williamsburg
Artist Trading Cards Artist Trading Cards Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum April 6-June 15, 2012 “Artist Trading Cards” create a set of artist trading cards to commemorate your visit. This program will begin at 10:30 a.m. Fridays, April 6- June 15.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/06/12- 06/15/12	Williamsburg
"When Insects Invade: The Unwanted Museum Visitor" "When Insects Invade: The Unwanted Museum Visitor" Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum March 15-June 14, 2012 “When Insects Invade: The Unwanted Museum Visitor.” Uncover more about a museum conservator’s job by learning what types of insects museums worry about, what kind of damage they can do and how conservators deal with them. This program begins at 2:30 p.m. Thursdays, March 15-June 14.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	03/15/12- 06/14/12	Williamsburg
Explore the Declaration of Independence Explore the Declaration of Independence Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum April 3-June 12, 2012 "Explore the Declaration of Independence” traces the exciting events leading to the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution. Young guests can create a patriotic souvenir to take home. This program will take place at 1:45 p.m. on Tuesdays, April 3-June 12.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/03/12- 06/12/12	Williamsburg
Quilts in the Baltimore Manner Quilts in the Baltimore Manner Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum June 9, 2012-April 1, 2014 Some of the nation’s most treasured quilts were produced around the middle of the 19th century influenced by quiltmaking in the nation’s third largest city of the time, Baltimore. A dozen of these works of art — most created in a distinctive and elaborately conceived appliquéd style known as album quilts — are the focus of the newest exhibition at Colonial Williamsburg’s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum. “Quilts in the...	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	06/09/12- 04/01/14	Williamsburg
Heritage Day at Historic St. Luke's Heritage Day at Historic St. Luke's Presented by Historic St. Luke's Church at Historic St. Luke's Church June 16, 2012 Celebrate our community heritage with two days of events at Historic St. Luke’s Church. Heritage Day - June 16 - will feature history told through stories, writings, quilts, colonial court, land ownership, music, food, and our flora and fauna environment. Come tour “Old Brick” and hear its history. Sunday, June 17 at 3:00 pm the Main Street Baptist Gospel Choir will perform a concert of spirituals and Gospel music. Come early to ensure a seat.	Historic St. Luke's Church	06/16/12	Smithfield
Heritage Day: Main Street Baptist Gospel Choir Heritage Day: Main Street Baptist Gospel Choir Presented by Historic St. Luke's Church at Historic St. Luke's Church June 17, 2012 Celebrate our community heritage with two days of events at Historic St. Luke’s Church. Heritage Day - June 16& 17. Sunday, June 17 at 3:00 pm the Main Street Baptist Gospel Choir will perform a concert of spirituals and Gospel music. Come early to ensure a seat.	Historic St. Luke's Church	06/17/12	Smithfield

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