“Homeschool History Hour” a new program, designed specifically for homeschool families, offers a chance to explore the museum and receive an in-depth lesson on a topic related to Culpeper history!

The program, targeted at 9-12 year olds, will be held monthly. Each month will feature a different topic and hands-on activity.

A Parent/guardian must accompany their children.

THIS EVENT IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO 15 CHILDREN. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

After registration, if you are no longer able to attend please let the Education Coordinator know so we can offer the spot to another child.

Participants may be photographed for use in museum promotional and marketing material.

For more information, contact Christine Wuebker, Education Coordinator, at education@culpepermuseum.com or call (540) 829-1749.

WEDNESDAY, May 27 NEW DAY
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM NEW TIME

It is all about the Money!

Today, most people pay for things by tapping a credit card, but what was money like when the first settlers arrived in Culpeper? This month, we will look at the evolution of money from a barter system to paper money. Through hands-on activities, participants will get to try their bartering skills and see if they can trade for goods.

Culpeper is DINOmite

Culpeper is home to the largest collection of dinosaur tracks in North America. This program explores what Culpeper looked like during the Triassic period and the dinosaurs that roamed the region back then. Through hands-on activities, participants will learn about the archeological process of uncovering objects.

Train Transportation

From the moving of people to the shipping of goods, trains played an important part in the history of Culpeper. Come learn about when the first train arrived in town, the significant role trains played during the Civil War, how a local man got an unusual nickname, and more.

How We Used to Play

Toys and games have come a long way since the founding of this country. This month, we are going to learn about what kinds of toys and games children played during the colonial era.

The First People in Culpeper

As we approach Thanksgiving, we remember the Native Americans who helped the first settlers survive. Join us this month as we learn about the Manahoac Tribe, who lived here in Culpeper before the English arrived.

The Civil War in Culpeper

During the Civil War, several battles were fought in Culpeper. This month, we will learn about where those battles were fought, what the outcomes were, and why they were significant to the Civil War. Participants will see artifacts from the war, study battle maps, and write a battle report.

Famous Faces in Culpeper

Throughout history, several well-known figures called Culpeper home, from George Washington, whose first job was here, to Walt Whitman, who visited the sick during the Civil War. Come learn about who several of these famous people were and why they were in Culpeper.