Remembering the 250th of Revere’s Ride
Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250)
- Free
- Wilderness Road Regional Museum
5240 Wilderness Road
Newbern, Virginia 24126 - 6-7:30PM ET
Join the Pulaski County 250th of the American Revolution Committee along with Wilderness Road Regional Museum for an event to mark the 250th Anniversary of Paul Revere's ride. Our local horsemen will ride the streets of Newbern announcing the movement of the British Regulars. They will then gather with local living historians and other guests at Wilderness Road Regional Museum for an evening of music, a reading of Longfellow's poem, and selected tastes of Boston. The event is family friendly and free to attend, donations are welcome to support more 250th events throughout the New River Valley.
America's Field Trip
Engaging students nationwide to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary!
This contest invites students in grades 3–12 to share their perspectives on what America means to them — and earn the opportunity to travel for field trip experiences at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks.