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Join us for a Revolutionary-era transcribe-a-thon! Help us share the Revolutionary stories of Isle of Wight County by visiting for a hands-on opportunity to help make historical documents more searchable and usable for researchers now and in the future. We […]
When the English colonists arrived in the New World in 1607, they faced significant hardship including the Starving Time of 1609. The drama and humanity of early Virginia settlement often distracts from the other important colonizers—livestock. Cows, chickens, pigs, honeybees […]
Veterans Day is the day that marks the end of World War I which took effect at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. As the annual U.S. federal holiday honoring all military veterans […]
Opened November 17, 1928, the James River Bridge has linked Warwick County/Newport News to Isle of Wight County for 98 years. This look-back examines life before the bridge when colonial ferries and steamers served this purpose. The historical journey continues […]
Take a walk on the wild side! Today’s program will highlight wildlife, turkeys and Thanksgiving. A little nature and a little discussion of America’s Thanksgiving history with philatelist and retired U.S. Navy lithographer Mark Campbell will put everyone in the […]
Visit with St. Nick and enjoy an evening of holiday refreshments, crafts and a special reading of Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore. Perfect for families. Make your visit with St. Nick special by bringing a wrapped […]
The Isle of Wight County Museum has been caring for Isle of Wight County’s history since 1976, and it is especially merry that we celebrate our golden day with the community and everyone attending Smithfield's annual Mistletoe Market. Visit the […]
Ho ho ho! This holiday season, ensure that you are on Santa’s nice list by attending this lecture to learn about the USPS’ stamp artwork highlighting Christmas, Santa and the magic of the season. Philatelist and retired U.S. Navy lithographer […]