Meadow Farm Museum
Many events listed in this page take place at Meadow Farm Museum. For information about activities occurring at Meadow Farm Museum, please contact Henrico County Parks and Recreation at 501-5520 or henrec@co.henrico.va.us.
Meadow Farm Museum is 12 miles north of downtown Richmond. Take I-95, exit 84 to I-295 west. Take Woodman Road South exit to Mountain Road. Turn right on Mountain Road. Follow the signs for Meadow Farm Museum.
Meadow Farm Museum and Orientation Center are open 12-4pm Tuesday-Sunday from March through November, and the Orientation Center only is open 12-4pm Saturday and Sunday during December and from mid-January to February.
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Meadow Farm Museum Orientation Center
Home and Community: Meadow Farm Through the Years
Permanent Exhibit
Through archeological artifacts, family documents, photographs, and farming and household objects, discover the rich history of this property from Native American occupation through seven generations of the Sheppard family. Permanent Exhibit.
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Meadow Farm Museum Orientation Center
Folk Visions: Meadow Farm Museum Folk Art
Permanent Exhibit
Enjoy the delightful paintings and sculptures by regional contemporary folk artists including Marion Line, James Harold Jennings, John Mason, Bonnie Smook, and Eldridge Bagley..
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Meadow Farm Museum Orientation Center
Good Deeds II: Donations to the Museum Farm History Collection
Through March 2008
Over the years, individuals interested in history and preserving their family heritage have donated artifacts to our museum collection. These items, everything from maps and rare books to clothing and agricultural equipment, have added a great deal to the historical interpretation at Meadow Farm and other historic sites in the County. Come view some of these one of kind treasures and learn the history of our Henrico community.
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Meadow Farm Museum
Sewing Guild
First Saturday, February-November; call 501-5520 for times.
Free
For ages16+. Sewing Guild members meet on the first Saturday of the month from February-November. Members participate in programs as well as reproduce textile projects for program use. If you enjoy a variety of textile work, this may be the volunteer opportunity for you. New members are always welcome.
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Meadow Farm Museum
Agricultural Guild
Wednesday, April-September, 6:00-8:00PM.
Free
For ages 18+. The Meadow Farm Agricultural Guild meets each Wednesday evening, April through September to work the field crops and heirloom garden. If you enjoy gardening and the companionship of good folks, this may be your volunteer opportunity. New members always welcome.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Special Exhibits: The Confederate Navy, Art of the Confederacy, and Virginia and the Confederacy
Now through April 7, 2007
The Confederate Navy special exhibit is displayed in the Museum Mezzanine. This special exhibition tells the story of the men, ships, and operations of the Confederate Navy through objects, photographs, and documents in The Museum of the Confederacy’s permanent collections and selected loans from other collections. Although advances in naval warfare technology could be the dominant theme of the exhibit—especially given the importance of ironclad warships such as the CSS Virginia, submarines like the H. L. Hunley, and torpedo warfare perfected by Matthew Fontaine Maury and his peers—the wide variety of artifacts on display also offers many intriguing stories of Confederate life. For example, few visitors fail to be captivated by the larger-than-life story of the far-flung commerce raider Shenandoah, whose immense flag (the last Confederate flag to be lowered) covers much of the back wall of the exhibit. Other artifacts rarely displayed—from beautifully detailed British-made Confederate Navy regulation swords and elegant Staffordshire naval china to contemporary depictions of Confederate ironclads and blockade runners—reveal much about a little-known but surprisingly effective Confederate enterprise.
The Art of the Confederacy noteworthy exhibit highlights art created during the wartime years and also postwar pieces that capture the spirit of the “Lost Cause” through paintings, prints, photography, and sketches. This rare and intimate look at the Confederate south features such distinctive pieces as Conrad Wise Chapman’s deftly executed oil paintings of Charleston Harbor and William Ludwell Sheppard’s nostalgic and idealized watercolors of the common soldier. The exhibit also includes intimate glimpses in the lives of soldiers via their own unique sketches.
The Virginia and the Confederacy exhibit showcases the Museum’s rich object, photograph, and library collections relating to Virginia’s Confederate history. The Confederate years loom large in the Commonwealth’s history. The war devastated the state’s landscape, led to the separation of its western counties, ended slavery, and brought freedom and citizenship to nearly a half-million African Americans. In these and other ways, the war was a bloody culmination of issues that Virginians and all Americans had struggled with since the country’s origins. This exhibit was underwritten by a grant from the Lee Jackson Educational Foundation.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Kriegspiel: War Games at the MOC
Saturday, January 19, 10:00AM-4:00PM
$20 for members, $25 for non-members, lunch included. Ages 12-Adult.
Celebrating Jefferson Davis’s 200th birthday and his tenure as Commander in Chief of the Confederate States of America, the MOC will be conducting our popular war games throughout the year. Senior Curator and Director of Collections Robert Hancock will teach the basic strategies of war and then split the participants into teams for competition. Each team will be given an objective and certain resources to plan its strategy. It is an all day event with lunch included. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register please contact Linda Lipscomb at llipscomb@moc.org or (804)649-1861 ext. 32 or register online at www.moc.org.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
"Behind the Glass Case" Gallery Talks
Mondays from 11:45AM-12:30PM in January, February, and June through December
Free with museum admission.
Museum visitors have the opportunity to become up-close and personal with exhibit topics. Each Monday the MOC will feature Museum experts discussing their favorite subjects in the galleries and giving visitors a fresh look at history at “Behind the Glass Case: Gallery Talks and Demonstrations.” Visitors can discover the museum exhibits in-depth, watch wartime medical demonstrations or learn about Confederate weaponry at our cannon talk. Visit www.moc.org for a list of topics.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Summer Living History
Weekends in June, July, August, September, 10:00AM-4:00PM
Free with museum admission.
Living historians demonstrate and illustrate the facts of Civil War life from a variety of perspectives. Come see and hear from soldiers and civilians about wartime life. Call the Museum of the Confederacy, (804) 649-1861, for details or check the website at www.moc.org.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Hearts at War
Saturday, February 9th, 1:00
$12 for members, $15 for non-members.
Commemorating the relationship of Jefferson Davis and his wife Varina Howell Davis, this program will look at Valentine traditions and courtship during the Civil War through Valentine artifacts, Civil War love letters, and stories. Light refreshments will follow. For more information or to register contact Linda Lipscomb at llipscomb@moc.org or (804)649-1861 ext. 32 or register online at www.moc.org
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Hidden Creek Recreation Center
Black History Celebration: "The Wiz"
Saturday, February 9th, 7:00-9:00PM
Free, call the number below for reservations
For all ages. Celebrate the first of the three events for our annual Black History Month Celebration Series! The 1978 film “The Wiz,” starring Diana Ross and Michael Jackson, is an African-American adaptation of “The Wizard of Oz” that tries to capture the essence of the inner-city experience. This magical Broadway musical is sure to be a hit! Information: Rachel Leyco-Gohlke, 501-5134, ley23@co.henrico.va.us.
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The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen
On-the-Air Radio Players Audition
Sunday and Monday, February 10th-11th, 7:00PM
Auditions will be held for the On-the-Air Radio Players performance of “Radio Detectives.” Director Mark Monson will be seeking a company of 10-12 men and women for voices and sound effects operation for the radio broadcast to be performed March 18 & 19 at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Readings will be from the scripts. Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859 or Elaine Payne, 501-5115.
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Henrico Theater
Black History Celebration: "Remember the Titans"
Saturday, February 16th, 7:00-9:00PM
Free, call the number below for reservations
For all ages. “Remember the Titans,” starring Denzel Washington, focuses on a Virginia high school in the 1970s during a time of racial tensions. Based on the true story of a newly appointed African-American coach and his high school team during their first season as a racially integrated unit. Information: Rachel Leyco-Gohlke, 501-5134, ley23@co.henrico.va.us.
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Henrico Theater
Black History Celebration: "To Sir With Love"
Saturday, February 23rd, 7:00-9:00PM
Free, call the number below for reservations
For all ages. Our Black History Month Series concludes with a grand finale celebration at the historic Henrico Theatre in Highland Springs. Enjoy the toe-tapping New Orleans style sounds of the House of Praise brass band from the United House of Prayer for All People in Church Hill. The night will conclude with a viewing of the popular 1967 film “To Sir with Love,” starring Sidney Poitier. Information: Rachel Leyco-Gohlke, 501-5134, ley23@co.henrico.va.us.
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Library of Virginia Lecture Hall
800 E. Broad St. Richmond, VA 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Symposium: "Jefferson Davis: A Man in Full"
Saturday, February 23rd, 9:30AM-4:00PM
$35 for members, $45 for non-members; box lunch included
Join the Museum of the Confederacy and the Library of Virginia as they co-sponsor this highly acclaimed symposium. This year's topic is Jefferson Davis. Speakers include Joan Cashin of Ohio State University, author of First Lady of the Confederacy: Varina Davis’s Civil War; Donald Collins of East Carolina State University (emeritus), author of The Death and Resurrection of Jefferson Davis; William J. Cooper of Louisiana State University, author of Jefferson Davis, American; William C. "Jack" Davis of Virginia Tech, author of Jefferson Davis: The Man and his Hour. Please contact Linda Lipscomb, llipscomb@moc.org or (804) 649-1861 ext. 32 for more information and to register, or register online at www.moc.org.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Folk Arts Badge Day
Saturday, February 23rd, 9:30Am-12:15PM OR 1:45-4:30PM
$10 per girl, troops welcome; limited number of chaperones admitted free, others pay Museum admission
Girl Scouts will discover what photographs can tell us about family life, participate in the Virginia Reel, design a quilt square, play children's games of the past, create their own period craft (a tussie mussie) and tour the White House of the Confederacy. Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact Kelly Hancock khancock@moc.org or (804) 649-1861 ext. 21 for more information or to register.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Folk Arts Badge Day
Saturdays, March 1st and 15th, 9:30Am-12:15PM OR 1:45-4:30PM
$10 per girl, troops welcome; limited number of chaperones admitted free, others pay Museum admission
Girl Scouts will discover what photographs can tell us about family life, participate in the Virginia Reel, design a quilt square, play children's games of the past, create their own period craft (a tussie mussie) and tour the White House of the Confederacy. Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact Kelly Hancock khancock@moc.org or (804) 649-1861 ext. 21 for more information or to register.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Jefferson Davis's Walking Tour
Saturday, March 1st and Friday, March 21st, 12:00-1:00PM
$7 for members, $10 for non-members
Ever wonder what Richmond was like during the Civil War? Wished to walk the streets of the Capitol of the Confederacy as the leaders and thinkers of the South would have seen them? The Museum of the Confederacy will bring history to life in a walking tour titled “Jefferson Davis’s Richmond.” Walk in the shoes of the embattled leader of the Confederacy and see Richmond as you’ve never seen it before! The tour will incorporate various anecdotes about Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederacy, and stories of life in Richmond during the Civil War. Highlights of the tour include Capitol Square, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Davis’s executive office building and the sites of the homes of Alexander Stephens, Mary Chesnut, Matthew Maury and more. The Museum will be hosting more frequent walking tours in late May and early June as part of a series of activities recognizing Jefferson Davis’s 200th birthday. Space for these tours is limited and reservations are recommended. Please contact Dean Knight at (804) 649-1861 x. 37 or dknight@moc.org to reserve a spot.
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The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen
On-the-Air Radio Players performance of "Radio Detectives"
Saturday, March 18th at 8:00PM, Sunday, March 19th at 2:30PM
$10 adults, $8 seniors (55+), $8 students. Reservations required.
Directed by Mark Monson; a company of 10-12 men and women provide voices and sound effects operation for this radio broadcast performed at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859 or Elaine Payne, 501-5115.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Dressing in a Hurry
Saturday, March 29th, 1:00PM
$12 for members, $15 for non-members
This program explores how the ladies of the mid-nineteenth century got themselves dressed everyday. The presentation will be given in full dress and a model will show the participant how Varina Davis might have “gotten dressed in a hurry.” The discussion will describe the form, fit and function of each garment; comparing and contrasting them to modern clothing. What kinds of cosmetics, hairstyles, and jewelry were popular? The participant will be able to see many examples of reproduction Civil War period garments and some originals and see what might make up a full wardrobe. Light refreshments will follow. Please contact (804) 649-1816 ext. 32 or llipscomb@moc.org or Visit www.moc.org to register.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Jefferson Davis's Walking Tour
Saturday, April 5th and Friday, April 18th, 12:00-1:00PM
$7 for members, $10 for non-members
Ever wonder what Richmond was like during the Civil War? Wished to walk the streets of the Capitol of the Confederacy as the leaders and thinkers of the South would have seen them? The Museum of the Confederacy will bring history to life in a walking tour titled “Jefferson Davis’s Richmond.” Walk in the shoes of the embattled leader of the Confederacy and see Richmond as you’ve never seen it before! The tour will incorporate various anecdotes about Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederacy, and stories of life in Richmond during the Civil War. Highlights of the tour include Capitol Square, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Davis’s executive office building and the sites of the homes of Alexander Stephens, Mary Chesnut, Matthew Maury and more. The Museum will be hosting more frequent walking tours in late May and early June as part of a series of activities recognizing Jefferson Davis’s 200th birthday. Space for these tours is limited and reservations are recommended. Please contact Dean Knight at (804) 649-1861 x. 37 or dknight@moc.org to reserve a spot.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Kriegspiel: War Games at the MOC
Saturday, April 19th, 10:00AM-4:00PM
$20 for members, $25 for non-members, lunch included. Ages 12-Adult.
Celebrating Jefferson Davis’s 200th birthday and his tenure as Commander in Chief of the Confederate States of America, the MOC will be conducting our popular war games throughout the year. Senior Curator and Director of Collections Robert Hancock will teach the basic strategies of war and then split the participants into teams for competition. Each team will be given an objective and certain resources to plan its strategy. It is an all day event with lunch included. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register please contact Linda Lipscomb at llipscomb@moc.org or (804)649-1861 ext. 32 or register online at www.moc.org.
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Three Lakes Park
Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 19th, 1:00-4:00PM
Free
For all ages. Celebrate Earth Day at Three Lakes Park! The Division of Recreation and Parks is teaming up with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, James River Advisory Commission, and our very own Keep Henrico Beautiful! Bring the family and enjoy live music performed by Susan Greenbaum. Activities and entertainment will include educational booths and displays, litter “pick-up” races, recycling games, the Henrico County Bookmobile, arts and crafts, games, face painting, and more. The Wildlife Center of Virginia will be on-site with live animals, and Ocean Encounters will give you hands-on fun with ocean critters. Three Lakes Nature Center will also feature hands-on activities as well as educational displays. Concessions will be available for purchase. Information: Jeannie Murray, 501-5121. mur12@co.henrico.va.us.
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The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen
Breakfast with Les and Bes, a comedy by Lee Kalcheim
May 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18 - all shows 8:00PM except Sundays which are at 2:30PM; Additional performances on Saturday, May 10 & 17 at 2:30PM
$10 adults, $8 seniors (55+) $8 students. Tickets on sale March 31st
Auditions will be held for the On-the-Air Radio Players performance of “Radio Detectives.” Director Mark Monson will be seeking a company of 10-12 men and women for voices and sound effects operation for the radio broadcast to be performed March 18 & 19 at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Readings will be from the scripts. Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859 or Elaine Payne, 501-5115.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Jefferson Davis's Walking Tour
Saturday, May 3rd, 12:00-1:00PM
$7 for members, $10 for non-members
Ever wonder what Richmond was like during the Civil War? Wished to walk the streets of the Capitol of the Confederacy as the leaders and thinkers of the South would have seen them? The Museum of the Confederacy will bring history to life in a walking tour titled “Jefferson Davis’s Richmond.” Walk in the shoes of the embattled leader of the Confederacy and see Richmond as you’ve never seen it before! The tour will incorporate various anecdotes about Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederacy, and stories of life in Richmond during the Civil War. Highlights of the tour include Capitol Square, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Davis’s executive office building and the sites of the homes of Alexander Stephens, Mary Chesnut, Matthew Maury and more. The Museum will be hosting more frequent walking tours in late May and early June as part of a series of activities recognizing Jefferson Davis’s 200th birthday. Space for these tours is limited and reservations are recommended. Please contact Dean Knight at (804) 649-1861 x. 37 or dknight@moc.org to reserve a spot.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Hello Dolly: Dolls and Paper Dolls in the South
Saturday, May 10th, 1:00PM
$12 for members, $15 for non-members singles; or $20 for members, $25 for non-member mother and daughter pairs
Mothers and daughters come join the Museum of the Confederacy in honor of Mother’s Day. This program will feature examples of dolls and paper dolls from the Civil War period, like those Maggie and Winnie Davis would have played with. Mothers and daughters will participate in a paper doll craft project, enjoy refreshments, and take home paper dolls and a reproduction of an 1856 book titled Paper Dolls and How to Make Them. Please contact Linda Lipscomb at llipscomb@moc.org or (804) 649-1861 ext. 32 for more information or to register. Or register online at www.moc.org.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Jefferson Davis's Walking Tour
Friday, May 16th, 12:00-1:00PM
$7 for members, $10 for non-members
Ever wonder what Richmond was like during the Civil War? Wished to walk the streets of the Capitol of the Confederacy as the leaders and thinkers of the South would have seen them? The Museum of the Confederacy will bring history to life in a walking tour titled “Jefferson Davis’s Richmond.” Walk in the shoes of the embattled leader of the Confederacy and see Richmond as you’ve never seen it before! The tour will incorporate various anecdotes about Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederacy, and stories of life in Richmond during the Civil War. Highlights of the tour include Capitol Square, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Davis’s executive office building and the sites of the homes of Alexander Stephens, Mary Chesnut, Matthew Maury and more. The Museum will be hosting more frequent walking tours in late May and early June as part of a series of activities recognizing Jefferson Davis’s 200th birthday. Space for these tours is limited and reservations are recommended. Please contact Dean Knight at (804) 649-1861 x. 37 or dknight@moc.org to reserve a spot.
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Jefferson Davis's 200th Birthday Celebration
Tuesday, June 3, 11:00AM-3:00PM
FREE museum admission all day!
Come and celebrate the 200th birthday of Confederate President Jefferson Davis with the Museum of the Confederacy. The Museum will be offering cake in his honor in the garden and pictures with the man himself! Jim Bazo, Jefferson Davis re-enactor will be on hand for a speech and a photo-op. Take a walking tour of Jeff Davis’s Richmond that leaves from the museum lobby at noon and see the city from his point of view. Cost of the walking tour is $7 for members and $10 for non-members, reservations recommended. Please see March 1, 2008 for full details on the walking tour. For more information on the daily activities please contact Linda Lipscomb at (804) 649-1861 ext. 32
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The Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 www.moc.org
Jefferson Davis's Walking Tour
Tuesday, June 3, Saturdays and Sundays, June 6, 7, 13, 14 and Friday, June 20th, 12:00-1:00PM, 12:00-1:00PM
$7 for members, $10 for non-members
Ever wonder what Richmond was like during the Civil War? Wished to walk the streets of the Capitol of the Confederacy as the leaders and thinkers of the South would have seen them? The Museum of the Confederacy will bring history to life in a walking tour titled “Jefferson Davis’s Richmond.” Walk in the shoes of the embattled leader of the Confederacy and see Richmond as you’ve never seen it before! The tour will incorporate various anecdotes about Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederacy, and stories of life in Richmond during the Civil War. Highlights of the tour include Capitol Square, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Davis’s executive office building and the sites of the homes of Alexander Stephens, Mary Chesnut, Matthew Maury and more. The Museum will be hosting more frequent walking tours in late May and early June as part of a series of activities recognizing Jefferson Davis’s 200th birthday. Space for these tours is limited and reservations are recommended. Please contact Dean Knight at (804) 649-1861 x. 37 or dknight@moc.org to reserve a spot.
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