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People Quick Facts |
Spotsylvania County |
Virginia |
Population, 2006 estimate |
119,529 |
7,642,884 |
Population, percent change, April 1, 2000 to July 1, 2006 |
32.2% |
8.0% |
Population, 2000 |
90,395 |
7,078,515 |
Persons under 5 years old, percent, 2005 |
7.2% |
6.8% |
Persons under 18 years old, percent, 2005 |
27.5% |
24.1% |
Persons 65 years old and over, percent, 2005 |
8.0% |
11.4% |
Female persons, percent, 2005 |
50.6% |
50.8% |
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White persons, percent, 2005 (a) |
81.6% |
73.6% |
Black persons, percent, 2005 (a) |
14.4% |
19.9% |
American Indian and Alaska Native persons, percent, 2005 (a) |
0.3% |
0.3% |
Asian persons, percent, 2005 (a) |
1.8% |
4.6% |
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, percent, 2005 (a) |
0.1% |
0.1% |
Persons reporting two or more races, percent, 2005 |
1.9% |
1.6% |
Persons of Hispanic or Latino origin, percent, 2005 (b) |
5.3% |
6.0% |
White persons not Hispanic, percent, 2005 |
76.9% |
68.2% |
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Living in same house in 1995 and 2000, pct 5 yrs old & over |
53.4% |
52.2% |
Foreign born persons, percent, 2000 |
3.2% |
8.1% |
Language other than English spoken at home, pct age 5+, 2000 |
5.5% |
11.1% |
High school graduates, percent of persons age 25+, 2000 |
83.8% |
81.5% |
Bachelor's degree or higher, pct of persons age 25+, 2000 |
22.8% |
29.5% |
Persons with a disability, age 5+, 2000 |
13,508 |
1,155,083 |
Mean travel time to work (minutes), workers age 16+, 2000 |
37.1 |
27 |
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Housing units, 2005 |
41,941 |
3,174,708 |
Home ownership rate, 2000 |
82.2% |
68.1% |
Housing units in multi-unit structures, percent, 2000 |
6.3% |
21.5% |
Median value of owner-occupied housing units, 2000 |
$128,500 |
$125,400 |
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Households, 2000 |
31,308 |
2,699,173 |
Persons per household, 2000 |
2.87 |
2.54 |
Median household income, 2004 |
$67,722 |
$51,103 |
Per capita money income, 1999 |
$22,536 |
$23,975 |
Persons below poverty, percent, 2004 |
5.7% |
9.5% |
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Business Quick Facts |
Spotsylvania County |
Virginia |
Private non farm establishments, 2005 |
1,976 |
193,067 |
Private non farm employment, 2005 |
25,713 |
3,060,127 |
Private non farm employment, percent change 2000-2005 |
41.6% |
5.4% |
Non employer establishments, 2004 |
5,420 |
448,023 |
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Total number of firms, 2002 |
6,201 |
529,520 |
Black-owned firms, percent, 2002 |
6.3% |
7.8% |
American Indian and Alaska Native owned firms, percent, 2002 |
F |
0.5% |
Asian-owned firms, percent, 2002 |
4.4% |
5.8% |
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander owned firms, percent, 2002 |
F |
0.1% |
Hispanic-owned firms, percent, 2002 |
3.0% |
3.6% |
Women-owned firms, percent, 2002 |
28.3% |
29.7% |
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Manufacturers shipments, 2002 ($1000) |
340,932 |
83,952,547 |
Wholesale trade sales, 2002 ($1000) |
725,290 |
69,267,796 |
Retail sales, 2002 ($1000) |
1,170,499 |
80,509,062 |
Retail sales per capita, 2002 |
$11,412 |
$11,069 |
Accommodation and food services sales, 2002 ($1000) |
81,643 |
10,929,429 |
Building permits, 2006 |
1,266 |
47,704 |
Federal spending, 2004 ($1000) |
302,750 |
90,637,946 |
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Geography Quick Facts |
Spotsylvania County |
Virginia |
Land area, 2000 (square miles) |
400.86 |
39,594.07 |
Persons per square mile, 2000 |
225.4 |
178.8 |
FIPS Code |
177 |
51 |
Metropolitan or Micropolitan Statistical Area |
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metro Area |
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(a) Includes persons reporting only one race. |
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(b) Hispanics may be of any race, so also are included in applicable race categories. |
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FN: Footnote on this item for this area in place of data |
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NA: Not available |
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D: Suppressed to avoid disclosure of confidential information |
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X: Not applicable |
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S: Suppressed; does not meet publication standards |
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Z: Value greater than zero but less than half unit of measure shown |
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F: Fewer than 100 firms |
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Source: US Census Bureau State & County Quick facts |
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EVENTS
| November
2007 Events - Add Your Event |
|
| John Adams Elder Civil War
Art Exhibition |
| "John
Adams Elder: Fredericksburg's Artist of the Civil War", The
Fredericksburg Area Museum's newest exhibition, will feature portraits,
landscapes and genre scenes by this important local artist. Born in
Fredericksburg in 1833, Elder studied under Emanuel Leutze (of Washington
Crossing the Delaware fame). Elder fought for the Confederacy in the Civil
War, and later continued his career as an artist, painting portraits of
prominent figures of the Civil War such as Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis.
Come see some of these fantastic paintings and learn about our local
"artist of the Civil War". |
| $ |
| Fredericksburg
Area Museum |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 10/13/2007
to 11/24/2007 |
| "The Hobbit"
Riverside Children's Matinee |
| Transform
an ordinary Saturday afternoon into a magical LIVE theater experience at the
Riverside Dinner Theater. Delight your child/grandchild with the thrilling
performance for the same price as going to the movies. Box office
540-370-4300 |
| $ |
| 95
Riverside Parkway |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22406 |
|
| 10/22/2007
to 12/2/2007 |
| Moments in Time, UMW
Photo Exhibition |
| Exhibition,
"Moments in Time: Reliving a Year in Photographs at Mary
Washington," Monday through Saturday 10 am-5 p.m., Sunday 1- 5 p.m. |
| $ |
| Gari
Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22405 |
|
| 11/1/2007 |
| Leadership Colloquium for Professional Women |
| Conference,
14th Annual Leadership Colloquium for Professional Women, "Honor
Yesterday, Embrace Today, Imagine Tomorrow, featuring keynote speaker Belle
S. Wheelan, president of the Commission on Colleges of the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools; 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; |
| FREE |
| UMW
College of Graduate and Professional Studies |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22405 |
|
| 11/1/2007
to 12/7/2007 |
| History
of the Arts, University of Mary Washington |
| Centennial
Art Exhibit, "History of the Arts at UMW, 1908-2008;" Monday,
Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 p.m."
Opening reception, Nov.1, 5-7 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington, duPont Gallery |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/2/2007 |
| First Friday |
| A
celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings
in downtown galleries, times varying but within 6 to 9:30 p.m. |
| FREE |
| 706
Caroline St |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/2/2007 |
| Concert, UMW Show Choir |
| Concert
by UMW Show Choir; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/2/2007
to 12/31/2007 |
| "Peter Pan"
Riverside Dinner Theater |
| Who
doesn't want to grow up? Who believes in Fairies? Who can Fly? Peter Pan -
and his audience! It's a tale for EVERYONE! An Evening at the Theater - A
memory for a lifetime. Call Riverside Box Office for reservations
540-370-4300. |
| $ |
| 95
Riverside Parkway |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22406 |
|
| 11/3/2007 |
| Spotsylvania Fall Festival |
| A
fun family event with crafters, children's activities and art show, hayrides,
and food. 10:00 - 3:00 p.m. Free |
| FREE |
| Marshall
Center |
| Spotsylvania,
VA 22553 |
|
| 11/3/2007 |
| Red Storm Drum and Dance
Troupe Performance |
| Native
American educational performance group, a UMW Cultural Awareness Series
event; Ball Circle; noon to 3 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/3/2007
to 11/4/2007 |
| Merry Market |
| The
Fredericksburg Area Service League, Inc. is pleased to present its 9th Annual
Home & Garden with a twist: Merry Market 2007. This holiday shopping
event will feature 40+ exhibitors from Virginia and the surrounding
Southeastern states. Merry Market will be held on Saturday, November 3rd (10
a.m. to 6 p.m.) and Sunday, November 4th (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) at Augustine's
at Fredericksburg Square in Historic Downtown Fredericksburg. Merry Market
will offer an exceptional mix of custom jewelry, handcrafted woodworking,
clothing apparel, quality crafters, artists, and decorative accessories for
the home & garden. Funds raised from Merry Market will benefit local
children's charities such as FASL Books in Hand, Summer Scholars, High School
Scholarships and Hospice Camp Rainbow. We are pleased to announce Augustine's
as our corporate sponsor. Tickets may be purchased for $5 each at the door.
For ticket sales and more information, please call 540-898-1749 or visit
www.faserviceleague.com. |
| $ |
| Augustine's
at Fredericksburg Square |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/3/2007
to 11/4/2007 |
| Merry Market |
| A
Holiday Craft and Artisan show with High-End Vendors selling quality wares.
This event is indoors for your shopping comfort. The proceeds help area needy
children. |
| $ |
| Augustine's
Fredericksburg Square |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/4/2007 |
| Flute Festival Concert |
| Concert,
featuring UMW Flute Ensemble, Pollard Recital Hall; 3 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/5/2007 |
| Future of Higher Education
Colloquium |
| Lecture,
Liberales Artes: Future of Higher Education Colloquium keynotea presentation:
"Are the Liberal Arts Still Relevant for Higher Education in the 21st
Century," by Christopher Nelson, president of St. John's College,
location TBA; 7:30 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/5/2007 |
| Spotsylvania Historical
Lecture Series |
| 7:00PM.
Join Mr. Robert Krick as he discusses "Civilians During the Civil
War" as part of a series of monthly lectures on the Civil War in
historical Spotsylvania COunty. |
| FREE |
| Spotsylvania
Middle School Auditorium |
| Spotsylvania,
VA 22553 |
|
| 11/6/2007 |
| Fall Fun Day
at Ferry Farm |
| Make
plans to join us for a fun-filled day at George Washington's Ferry Farm. 10
a.m. to 2 p.m. Play American Indian games plus games from the colonial period
and modern times Have your face painted Take a nature walk Be entertained by
a storyteller. Explore the Fire and Rescue Safety House. Make crafts to take
home |
| $ |
| George
Washington's Ferry Farm |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22405 |
|
| 11/7/2007 |
| Shakespeare Festival |
| FFA,
in partnership with the Marlan Franklin Estate, is proud to present our
annual Shakspeare Festival--this year with an added bonus--students can
attend FREE!! The Merchant of Venice - 2:00 p.m. This play is a comic love
story that delivers a treatise on justice and mercy. Entertaining and
disturbing, this Shakespeare comedy will have you asking “Who is the hero and
who is the villain?” Henry V - 8:00 p.m. We Happy Few--England’s hero-king
and the greatest upset in European military history, Henry V is Shakespeare’s
exploration of the nature of greatness and its connection to theatre, and
perhaps more than any other Shakespeare play, makes the audience part of the
story. Tickets: $20.00 Adults; Students -- FREE!! Don't miss out on this
extraordinary opportunity to see Shakespeare as it was meant to be performed
by the American Shakespeare Company's Touring Group (formerly Shennandoah
Shakespeare). |
| $ |
| James
Monroe High School Auditorium |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/8/2007
to 11/18/2007 |
| "A
Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" |
| Musical,
UMW duPont Hall, Klein Theatre; Nov. 8-10 and 15-17, 8 p.m., Nov. 11 and 18,
2 p.m. AfterWords post-performance discussion, Nov. 11. |
| $ |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/9/2007 |
| "An Evening of
Student Selections" |
| Concert
by the UMW Wind and Percussion Ensemble; George Washington Hall, Dodd
Auditorium; 7:30 p.m. |
| $ |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/9/2007 |
| Va. Section of
American Chemical Society Lecture |
| Keynote
lecture by Jack Breazeale, retired Francis Marion University chemistry
professor and ACS Director-at-Large; Jepson Science Center, Room 100; 7:30
p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/10/2007 |
| "Taste of Asia" |
| Asian
food and culture; a Cultural Awareness event; Woodard Campus Center, Great
Hall; 7 p.m. |
| $ |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/10/2007 |
| 35th Annual Craft Show |
| Craftspeople
convene to show and sell their originally crafted handiwork, 10 a.m. to 3
p.m. at the National Guard Armory. |
| FREE |
| 1700
Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/10/2007
to 11/11/2007 |
| Downtown Holiday Open
House Weekend |
| Festive
holiday decorations, music and refreshments for the kick off to the holiday
season in Old Town, Fredericksburg, known for its unique shops and friendly,
personalized service. |
| FREE |
| 706
Caroline St |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/13/2007 |
| FAMCC Evening with an Expert |
| A
lecture with Mr. David Voelkel, Curator, State Art Collection, Commonwealth
of Virginia. Mr. Voelkel lecture, "John Adams Elder: Virginia Artist of
the Civil War Era - A Curator's Perspective" will focus on the subject
of the Fredericksburg Area Museum's newest exhibition, "John Adams
Elder: Fredericksburg's Artist of the Civil War". The hour-long lecture
begins at 7:00 p.m. and is held in the main branch of the Central
Rappahannock Regional Library. A program from the Fredericksburg Area Museum |
| FREE |
| 1201
Caroline Street |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/14/2007 |
| Asian Cultural Week Keynote
Lecture |
| Lecture
by Arn Chorn Pond, co-founder of Children at War and founder of Cambodian
Living Arts; Cultural Awareness Series event; Woodard Campus Center, Great
Hall, 7 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/15/2007 |
| Poetry Reading |
| Poetry
Reading, by award-winning poet and former North Carolina Poet Laureate Fred
Chappell, reception and signing follow; Combs Hall, Room 139; 5-6 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/17/2007 |
| Urban
Trail Ride |
| Riders
on their own horses tour Old Town Fredericksburg, 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon. |
| $ |
| 700
Mary Ball St |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/17/2007
to 11/18/2007 |
| Fall Holiday Celebration
Hartwood Winery |
| Get
a holiday head start. Seasonal gifts and holiday goodies. Guest winery. $10
includes tour, hors d'oeuvres and a complimentary glass from 11 a.m. to 5
p.m. More information is available by visiting Hartwood Winery on line or
call 540-752-4893. |
| $ |
| 345
Hartwood Road Hartwood Winery |
| Hartwood,
VA 22406 |
|
| 11/23/2007 |
| The Children's Christmas
Tree Lighting |
| The
community gathers to sing carols with Santa Claus and light the City
Christmas Tree in Hurkamp Park at the corner of Prince Edward and George
Streets, 6 p.m. |
| FREE |
| 900
Prince Edward St |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/30/2007 |
| UMW Holiday Concert |
| Holiday
Concert featuring the UMW Department of Music ensembles; a UMW Centennial
event; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
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| December
2007 Events - Add Your Event |
|
| 12/8/2007 |
| DECEMBER HOLIDAY SOCIAL for the LOUISA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE |
Wind River Homes will be hosting the December Holiday Social for the Louisa County Chamber of Commerce.
Time: 6 - 8 PM
Where: Held at the Model @ Double Spring Estates!
For Information or to RSVP contact Lynn Slaughter @ 540 967-2222 |
| FREE |
| 125 Tommy Trail, Louisa, Va.23093 (Double Spring Estates by Wind River Homes) |
| Lake Anna |
| |
| John Adams Elder Civil War
Art Exhibition |
| "John
Adams Elder: Fredericksburg's Artist of the Civil War", The
Fredericksburg Area Museum's newest exhibition, will feature portraits,
landscapes and genre scenes by this important local artist. Born in
Fredericksburg in 1833, Elder studied under Emanuel Leutze (of Washington
Crossing the Delaware fame). Elder fought for the Confederacy in the Civil
War, and later continued his career as an artist, painting portraits of
prominent figures of the Civil War such as Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis.
Come see some of these fantastic paintings and learn about our local
"artist of the Civil War". |
| $ |
| Fredericksburg
Area Museum |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 10/22/2007
to 12/2/2007 |
| Moments in Time, UMW Photo Exhibition |
| Exhibition,
"Moments in Time: Reliving a Year in Photographs at Mary
Washington," Monday through Saturday 10 am-5 p.m., Sunday 1- 5 p.m. |
| $ |
| Gari
Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22405 |
|
| 11/1/2007
to 12/7/2007 |
| History
of the Arts, University of Mary Washington |
| Centennial
Art Exhibit, "History of the Arts at UMW, 1908-2008;" Monday,
Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 p.m."
Opening reception, Nov.1, 5-7 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington, duPont Gallery |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 11/2/2007
to 12/31/2007 |
| "Peter Pan"
Riverside Dinner Theater |
| Who
doesn't want to grow up? Who believes in Fairies? Who can Fly? Peter Pan -
and his audience! It's a tale for EVERYONE! An Evening at the Theater - A
memory for a lifetime. Call Riverside Box Office for reservations
540-370-4300. |
| $ |
| 95
Riverside Parkway |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22406 |
|
| 12/1/2007 |
| "A Monroe Christmas" Open
House |
| Open
House at James Monroe Museum, 4 to 6 p.m. The museum will be decorated for
the holidays and period music will be played on the Monroes’ pianoforte. |
| FREE |
| James
Monroe Museum |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/1/2007 |
| "Deck
the Halls 2007," Holiday Floral Decorating |
| Holiday
Floral Decorating Presentation by florist Jan Williams; Monroe Hall, Room
104; 9:30 a.m.-noon. |
| $ |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg2,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/1/2007 |
| Annual
Christmas Parade |
| A
downtown Fredericksburg holiday tradition beginning at 6 p.m. with bands,
marching units, and floats, followed by Santa and Mrs. Claus. |
| FREE |
| Old
Town |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/1/2007 |
| Deck
the Halls 2007 |
| A
holiday decorating presentation by floral designer Jan Williams. |
| $ |
| Monroe
Hall 104 |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/1/2007 |
| Spotsylvania County Christmas
Parade |
| Celebrate
the holiday season with our 30th Annual Spotsylvania Holiday Parage to take
place at the Spotsylvania Courthouse area. Wave to Santa Claus as he passes
by! Parade will begin at Spotsylvania Middle School and will end at Robert E.
Lee Elementary School. |
| FREE |
| Spotsylvania
Courthouse |
| Spotsylvania,
VA 22553 |
|
| 12/1/2007
to 12/30/2007 |
| Gingerbread
House Contest and Exhibit |
| The
theme of this year's 21st Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibit is
Storybook Homes. Join us to enjoy the creativity and delicious aromas of the
entries or become part of the excitement by entering your own gingerbread
house. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Closed December 24, 25, 31 |
| $ |
| George
Washington's Ferry Farm |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22405 |
|
| 12/2/2007 |
| Candlelight
Tour at Mary Washington House |
| Evening
candlelight tours and refreshments at the Mary Washington House, the home
George Washington bought for his mother. 4 p.m to 7 p.m. |
| FREE |
| 1200
Charles Street |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/2/2007 |
| Spotsylvania Courthouse
Christmas Luminary |
| Luminary
Candelight service from 4:45 p.m. on the lawn of the old Courthouse in
Spotsylvania County, music by area church choirs. Free |
| FREE |
| Spotsylvania
Courthouse |
| Spotsylvania,
VA 22553 |
|
| 12/2/2007 |
| UMW Holiday Choir Concert |
| UMW
Holiday Concert; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/6/2007 |
| Fiddlestix Instrument Petting
Zoo |
| Children's
Concert, by UMW-Community Symphony Orchestra; a UMW Centennial event; George
Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium, 5:30-6:30 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/6/2007
to 12/7/2007 |
| Holiday Pops Concert |
| Concert,
"Ghosts of Christmas Past," a UMW Centennial Event; by
UMW-Community Symphony Orchestra; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium;
7:30 p.m. |
| FREE |
| University
of Mary Washington |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/7/2007 |
| Christmas Open
House at the Rising Sun Tavern |
| Rising
Sun Tavern was built by Charles Washington in 1760 as his home, and later
operated as a tavern, the only "proper" tavern in the bustling port
city of Fredericksburg. On this occasion, the tavern will feature the sights
and sounds of a colonial Christmas. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. |
| FREE |
| 1304
Caroline Street |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/8/2007
to 12/9/2007 |
| 37th Annual Candlelight Tour |
| A
tour of holiday-decorated historic homes, entertainment, refreshments, and
detailed historical and architectural information along Hanover Street. This
year's tour features Federal Hill and Brompton, two National Historic
Landmarks. Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| $ |
| 706
Caroline St |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/8/2007
to 12/9/2007 |
| Rappahannock Model Railroad Club
Christmas Show |
| Visitors
of all ages can enjoy the magic of operating toy trains at this popualr
annual event. Large scale, and O scale layouts, some with operating
accessories, will be in operation. For the hobbyist, vendors representing all
scales will be selling new and used trains and replacement parts. In addition
to extensive displays of operating model trains, the show will feature Thomas
the Tank Engine. Youngsters will have the opportunity to see ‘Thomas’ trains
in operation, including a ‘build-your own layout’, and the complete range of
‘Thomas’ accessories. ‘Thomas’ provides the opportunity to motivate children
to use their imagination, and strengthen problem-solving skills and other
building concepts. The highlight of the show is the Rappahannock Model Railroad
Club’s exciting ‘modular’ railroad project. Individual members have designed,
built, and ‘scenicized’ portable modules which can be assembled almost
anywhere to create a train layout. |
| $ |
| National
Guard Armory |
| Fredericksburg,
VA, VA 22401 |
|
| 12/9/2007 |
| Holiday Open House |
| Gari
Melchers Home and Studio will hold its 30th annual Holiday Open House Sunday
December 9, from 1 to 5 p.m. The event is open to the public without charge.
Highlights will include exterior fresh decorations designed and installed by
a local garden club and interior decorations created by museum staff. Guests
will also enjoy touring the historic house and studio galleries. |
| FREE |
| Gari
Melchers Home and Studio |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22405 |
|
| 12/9/2007 |
| Holiday
Open House |
| Holiday
Open House at the home and studio of artist Gari Melchers; 1-5 p.m. |
| FREE |
| Gari
Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22405 |
|
| 12/9/2007 |
| Battle of Fredericksburg
Anniversary Program |
| This
30-minute program remembers the Battle of Fredericksburg and the soldiers who
fought there. It includes addresses and the laying of wreaths. |
| FREE |
| Kirkland
Monument at Sunken Road and Mercer Street |
| Fredericksburg,
VA 22401 |
|
| 12/9/2007
to 2/3/2008 |
| "J.C.
Leyendecker: America's Other Illustrator" |
| Joseph
Christian Leyendecker (1874-1951) may not be as well known as his fellow
American illustrator Norman Rockwell, but during his long career, his was
some of the most popular commercial art of its day, being associated with
such familiar names as Colliers, The Saturday Evening Post, and Kelloggs. For
the Post he produced 322 covers, more than any other artist, including
Rockwell. As part of a major advertising campaign, he created a series of 20
“Kellogg’s Kids” to promote Kellogg’s Corn Flakes. These images of babies,
small children and teenagers are as winsome and appealing today as when they
were created over 90 years ago. Leyendecker’s “Arrow Collar Men,” as well as
the images he created for Kuppenheimer Suits and Interwoven Socks, came to
define the fashionable American male during the early decades of the 20th
century. This exhibition of 50 original paintings, sketches, studies and
associated ephemera provide new generations with the opportunity to
experience the artwork that mainstream America took to its heart during the
first half of the 20th century. The exhibition was organized by the Haggin
Museum, Stockton, California. The objects were assembled by the Haggin |
| $ |
| Gari
Melchers Home and Studio |
| Falmouth,
VA 22405 |
|
| 12/31/2007 |
| First Night Fredericksburg |
| A
family-oriented community celebration of the arts, 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. to
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