Early Days of Prince William County at Rippon Lodge
November 2, 2019
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November 2 Early Days of Prince William County 11am- 4pm; FREE; $5 Suggested donation Rippon Lodge, one of the County’s oldest homes, welcomes you to Early Days of Prince William County. Founded by the Virginia House of Burgesses in 1731, Prince William County has a diverse and renowned history, with significant locations where many important …
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Fall 1863 Campaign Bus Tour: Bristoe Station to Mine Run
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African-American Genealogy Before the Civil War and Other Programs Delving into the County’s History
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A Civil War Christmas at Leesylvania State Park
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Cockpit Point Tours: The County’s Newest Civil War Historic Site
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