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SUMMARY:Adult Hearth Cooking Workshop - March
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the hearth kitchen at Gunston Hall for the ultimate slow food experience as you learn to employ 18th-century cooking techniques and recipes to create period dishes. Use your hearth skills to prepare complex recipes while cooking over an open flame\, take a tour of the house and meet other food enthusiasts.  \nThe workshop is a one-day session from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration includes all materials and lunch. Participants must wear close-toed shoes.  Please also plan to wear clothing made from natural fibers\, as you will be around open flame. These include cotton\, linen\, and wool. Stay away from garments containing polyester\, nylon\, acrylic\, or Lycra.  \nRegistration\nIndividual: $150\nMember: $125
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/adult-hearth-cooking-workshop-march/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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SUMMARY:Nature Thursdays - April
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little adventurers! \nStrap on your explorer boots and join us for Nature Thursdays! This program runs on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 AM. \nYour preschool-aged ecologists will join Gunston Educators for a themed storytime and a nature hike to traverse the woods and waterways on the Grounds of Gunston Hall. Exploratory activities will help preschoolers gain essential skills including preschool readiness\, respect for our environment\, gross- and fine-motor refinement\, self-expression and more! \nEach monthly session will explore a different theme related to exploring the natural world around us. The program features a storytime\, followed by a guided nature hike and a related learning activity.  \nCheck out the themes for the next few months below!\n\nMay 7 – Growth\nJune 4 – Summer\n\nThis program runs rain or shine\, so please practice outdoor preparedness and dress for the weather! \nTickets\nAdult: $10\nSenior: $8\nChildren 6-18:  $5\nChildren 5 and under Complimentary \nAdvance registration is preferred. 
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/nature-thursdays-april/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
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SUMMARY:Semi-Annual Meeting of the Board of Regents of Gunston Hall\, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:The semi-annual meeting of the Board of Regents of Gunston Hall\, Inc. will meet April 11-12\, 2026.  For more information about this meeting\, please email us at historic@gunstonhall.org.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/semi-annual-meeting-of-the-board-of-regents-of-gunston-hall-inc/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T123000
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SUMMARY:History Bites April 2026 - Freedoms Series: Freedom of the Press with Briana Erikson
DESCRIPTION:Lunch for Your Brain! \nHow do George Mason’s ideas connect to our modern democracy? How have Americans used their rights to express themselves?  Tune in at 12:30 p.m. for this 30-minute program on the third Wednesday of each month.  You’ll have a chance to engage with topics ranging from activism and protest to the right to healthcare\, and discover how the roots of our current conversations were planted 250 years ago.  If you have questions for our speakers\, please send them to historic@gunstonhall.org in advance of the program with the name of the speaker in the subject line of your email. \nApril History Bites:\nFreedoms Series: Freedom of the Press with Briana Erikson\nApril 15th at 12:30 ET\n\nBriana is a reporter for the U.S. Press Freedom Tracker\, where she documents violations and broader threats to press freedom nationwide. She previously worked as an investigative reporter at the Las Vegas Review-Journal\, covering everything from the 2017 mass shooting on the Las Vegas Strip to legal battles over press freedom. Her work centers on human rights\, police misconduct\, and misuse of public funds. A proud University of Florida alumna based in Las Vegas\, she was named the Nevada Press Association’s 2022 Journalist of Merit and has earned other top honors\, including awards from Best of the West and the Society of Professional Journalists.\n\nSubscribe and Get a Reminder\nSubscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@georgemasonsgunstonhall4314 to be notified when the program goes live. \nRegistration\nRegistration is not required for this virtual program.  If you’d like to get a reminder for the event\, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you never miss an episode!
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/history-bites-april-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T113000
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CREATED:20260325T153810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153810Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to read\, learn\, and stand up! Calling all our fledgling scholars to join us for Storytime Saturdays! This program runs on the third Saturday of every month at 10:30 AM.  \nPreschool aged learners are invited to join Gunston Hall Educators for a themed storytime. Our crafts and activities will help our young citizens gain essential skills including preschool readiness\, gross- and fine-motor refinement\, self-expression and more!  \nEach monthly session will explore a different a theme that will help our fledgling scholars learn citizenship skills and about being part of a group. The program features a storytime\, followed by a craft to bring home\, related learning game or activity\, and an abbreviated tour of the mansion or grounds that focuses in on the theme of the day. Older siblings are also invited to join!   \nCheck out the themes for the next few months below!     \nThis program will run rain or shine\, so please dress for the weather!    \n\n\n\nMarch \nUsing Your Voice \n\n\nApril \nFreedom/Liberty \n\n\nMay \nResponsibility \n\n\nJune \nTraditions \n\n\nJuly \nSymbols \n\n\nAugust \nRights \n\n\nSeptember \nCourage \n\n\nOctober \nIndigenous History \n\n\nNovember \nPast and Future \n\n\nDecember \nCommunity \n\n\n\nAdvance registration is preferred at: Buy April Storytime Saturday Tickets  \nAdult: $10\nSenior: $8\nChildren 6-18:  $5\nChildren 5 and under: Complimentary  \nMembers receive complimentary admission. 
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/storytime-saturdays-2/
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T130000
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SUMMARY:Public Notice
DESCRIPTION:The Governance Committee of the Board of Regents of Gunston Hall\, Inc. (BRGHI) will meet on April 21\, 2026 at 10:00am.  This will be an all-virtual meeting. \nLink to meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87356657193?pwd=Tazdj8PYG3EBQ6ITvNffvtnPoaEtJg.1 \nShould the meeting format change\, a subsequent notice will be issued in accordance with Virginia Code 2.2-3707. \nPublic comment will not be heard at this meeting.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/public-notice-6/
CATEGORIES:Hybrid - Virtual/In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T181859Z
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SUMMARY:Britain on the Green
DESCRIPTION:The Capital Triumph Register is proud to announce that the club’s annual Britain on the Green (BOG) which will be held again at the scenic and historical Gunston Hall\, the colonial home of Revolutionary War patriot George Mason\, which overlooks the Potomac River. BOG welcomes all British marques of cars and motorcycles. BOG is the premier all-British show in the greater metropolitan DC area. All visitors to the show are welcome. \nShow Registration \nParticipants who wish to register their British cars in the show should visit britainonthegreen.org. \nSpectator Tickets\n\n\n\nRegular Admission \nAdult: $10\nChild: $5\nChild Under 5: Complimentary\nMember Admission \nAdult: Complimentary\nChild: Complimentary\nChild Under 5: Complimentary\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/britain-on-the-green/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T182517Z
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SUMMARY:Cocktails by Candlelight: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Cocktails by Candlelight is now a series! \nWe’re expanding our much-beloved program to four events throughout the year.  In the spring and fall\, join us for the event you know and love.  In the winter\, roll in for a Game Night to light up the dark and\, in the summer\, you can meander through the flowers for our Garden Party.  \nJoin us for the event that sparked the series: Cocktails by Candlelight.  Sip on period cocktails and sample historic foods while you enjoy the serenity of Mason Neck by candlelight.  Situated in the heart of the historic property\, this event offers the perfect opportunity to relax with friends and loved ones. \nParticipants must be 21 or older. \nRegistration\nSeries Package\nSeries packages are available for both individuals and for two people until May 1st. Click on “Series Package” above and add two tickets to your cart to get the discounted dual package price. \nThe package includes admission to:\nGame Night – February 20\nCocktails by Candlelight: Spring – May 1\nGarden Party – July 17\nCocktails by Candlelight: Fall – September 11 \nIndividual Package:\nRegular: $165 – save $35!\nMember: $135 – save $65! \nDual Package:\nRegular: $305 – save $95!\nMember $245 – save$155! \nSingle Event Tickets\nClick on “Single Event Tickets” above to purchase tickets for just the Cocktails by Candlelight: Spring event. \nIndividual $55\nMembers $45 \nTickets will be available at the door the evening of the event if it does not sell out in advance.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/cocktails-by-candlelight-spring/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T170000
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CREATED:20260430T154008Z
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SUMMARY:Public Notice
DESCRIPTION:Public Notice: The Executive Committee of the Board of Regents of Gunston Hall\, Inc. (BRGHI) will meet on May 6\, 2026\, at 3:00 p.m. EDT. \nThis will be an all-virtual meeting. \nLink to meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89216161962 \nShould there be audio or visual transmission issues during the meeting\, please report the issue by calling 404.660.5445. \nShould the meeting format change\, a subsequent notice will be issued in accordance with Virginia Code 2.2-3707. \nPublic comment will not be heard at this meeting.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/public-notice-8/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T111500
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T183140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T183233Z
UID:10000049-1778149800-1778152500@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Nature Thursdays - May
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little adventurers! \nStrap on your explorer boots and join us for Nature Thursdays! This program runs on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 AM. \nYour preschool-aged ecologists will join Gunston Educators for a themed storytime and a nature hike to traverse the woods and waterways on the Grounds of Gunston Hall. Exploratory activities will help preschoolers gain essential skills including preschool readiness\, respect for our environment\, gross- and fine-motor refinement\, self-expression and more! \nEach monthly session will explore a different theme related to exploring the natural world around us. The program features a storytime\, followed by a guided nature hike and a related learning activity.  \nCheck out the themes for the next few months below!\n\nJune 4 – Summer\n\nThis program runs rain or shine\, so please practice outdoor preparedness and dress for the weather! \nTickets\nAdult: $10\nSenior: $8\nChildren 6-18:  $5\nChildren 5 and under Complimentary \nAdvance registration is preferred. 
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/nature-thursdays-may/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260508T154628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T154628Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to read\, learn\, and stand up! Calling all our fledgling scholars to join us for Storytime Saturdays! This program runs on the third Saturday of every month at 10:30 AM.  \nPreschool aged learners are invited to join Gunston Hall Educators for a themed storytime. Our crafts and activities will help our young citizens gain essential skills including preschool readiness\, gross- and fine-motor refinement\, self-expression and more!  \nEach monthly session will explore a different a theme that will help our fledgling scholars learn citizenship skills and about being part of a group. The program features a storytime\, followed by a craft to bring home\, related learning game or activity\, and an abbreviated tour of the mansion or grounds that focuses in on the theme of the day. Older siblings are also invited to join!   \nCheck out the themes for the next few months below!     \nThis program will run rain or shine\, so please dress for the weather!    \n\n\n\nMarch \nUsing Your Voice \n\n\nApril \nFreedom/Liberty \n\n\nMay \nResponsibility \n\n\nJune \nTraditions \n\n\nJuly \nSymbols \n\n\nAugust \nRights \n\n\nSeptember \nCourage \n\n\nOctober \nIndigenous History \n\n\nNovember \nPast and Future \n\n\nDecember \nCommunity \n\n\n\nAdvance registration is preferred at: Buy May Storytime Saturday Tickets \nAdult: $10\nSenior: $8\nChildren 6-18:  $5\nChildren 5 and under: Complimentary  \nMembers receive complimentary admission. 
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/storytime-saturdays-3/
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20251223T202746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T204458Z
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SUMMARY:Cheers to 250 years! A Birthday Gala celebrating the Virginia Declaration of Rights
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Gunston Hall’s Annual Fundraising Gala on May 16\, 2026 for a night of fun\, elegance\, and support for a great cause! The gala will take place in our Riverside Garden. Tickets include an open bar (beer\, wine\, signature cocktails)\, passed appetizers\, a plated meal with dessert\, and access to our auction items. Individual tickets are $195 / person. \nTickets are available here \nEvening Schedule: \n6 – 6:30 p.m. \n\nCocktails and Passed Appetizers\nMusic by The Leesburg String Quartet\n\n6:30 – 7:30 p.m. \n\nPlated Dinner\nMusic by The Leesburg String Quartet\n\n7:30 – 8 p.m. \n\nOpening remarks\nDessert\, tea\, and coffee\n\n8 – 9 p.m. \n\nLive and Impact Auction led by Auctioneer Daniel Sanders of Four Sales Ltd and Inventory Inspector LLC\n\n\nThank you to our Gala Sponsors: \nPresenting Sponsor: \n\nGunston Hall’s Foundation\n\n \nInspiration Sponsor: \n\n\nCarly & Frank Fiorina \n\n\nAction Sponsor: \n\nLogan Capital\n\n \nIdeas Sponsors: \n\nMG & Mrs. John D. Altenburg\, Jr.\, Ret.\nMark Ingrao – Aspen Strategies\, LLC\nThe Berger Family\nMrs. Hannah Cox\nGeorge Mason University: Law & Economics Center\nMr. Charles Hurt\nKolas Contracting\, Inc.\nThe National Society of Colonial Dames Association Board of Regents of Gunston Hall Inc.\nMG Bruce K. Scott\, Ret./Gunston Hall Foundation Trustee\nDavid & Meridel Turch\nVisit Fairfax\n\nAnnual Advocate Sponsor: \n\nFreedom Bank\n\n \nIn-kind Sponsors: \nThank you to Mr. Daniel Sanders\, our guest auctioneer for the evening! \n\nDaniel Sanders of Four Sales Ltd and Inventory Inspector LLC\n\n\nTo learn more and become a sponsor for the gala\, please contact: \nKate Zidek\, Development Manager at kate.zidek@gunstonhall.org \n  \nFor additional information or questions about the event\, contact: \n\nNicole Ryan\, Vice President of Business Enterprise & Guest Engagement\nnicole.ryan@gunstonhall.org\n(703) 550-9220
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/cheers-to-250-years-a-birthday-gala-celebrating-the-virginia-declaration-of-rights/
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T184127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T184619Z
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SUMMARY:History Bites May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Lunch for Your Brain! \nHow do George Mason’s ideas connect to our modern democracy? How have Americans used their rights to express themselves?  Tune in at 12:30 p.m. for this 30-minute program on the third Wednesday of each month.  You’ll have a chance to engage with topics ranging from activism and protest to the right to healthcare\, and discover how the roots of our current conversations were planted 250 years ago.  If you have questions for our speakers\, please send them to historic@gunstonhall.org in advance of the program with the name of the speaker in the subject line of your email. \n  \nSubscribe and Get a Reminder\nSubscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@georgemasonsgunstonhall4314 to be notified when the program goes live. \n  \nRegistration\nRegistration is not required for this virtual program.  If you’d like to get a reminder for the event\, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you never miss an episode!
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/history-bites-may-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T111500
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T184824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T185021Z
UID:10000051-1780569000-1780571700@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Nature Thursdays - June
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little adventurers! \nStrap on your explorer boots and join us for Nature Thursdays! This program runs on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 AM. \nYour preschool-aged ecologists will join Gunston Educators for a themed storytime and a nature hike to traverse the woods and waterways on the Grounds of Gunston Hall. Exploratory activities will help preschoolers gain essential skills including preschool readiness\, respect for our environment\, gross- and fine-motor refinement\, self-expression and more! \nEach monthly session will explore a different theme related to exploring the natural world around us. The program features a storytime\, followed by a guided nature hike and a related learning activity.  \nThis program runs rain or shine\, so please practice outdoor preparedness and dress for the weather! \nTickets\nAdult: $10\nSenior: $8\nChildren 6-18:  $5\nChildren 5 and under Complimentary \nAdvance registration is preferred. 
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/nature-thursdays-june/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T185454Z
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SUMMARY:Declaration Day
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Virginia Declaration of Rights!\nOn Friday\, June 12th\, join us at 11 a.m. to help welcome 50 of America’s newest citizens at a special naturalization ceremony on the lawn. \nOn Saturday\, June 13th\, return for a festival celebrating the ratification of the Virginia Declaration of Rights.  The day will be full of activities for the whole family\, including live music\, spoken word performances\, tours of the historic house\, and museum theater performances. \nAdmission\nOn Friday\, June 12th\, admission is complimentary from open until 1 p.m. for the naturalization ceremony.  After 1 p.m.\, general admission applies. \nAdmission is complimentary all day on Saturday\, June 13th. \nRain or Shine \nThis special program will occur rain or shine.  In the event of significant rainfall or thunderstorms\, all activities will move to indoor locations.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/declaration-day/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T185454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T165947Z
UID:10000053-1781344800-1781366400@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Declaration Day
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Virginia Declaration of Rights!\nOn Friday\, June 12th\, join us at 11 a.m. to help welcome 50 of America’s newest citizens at a special naturalization ceremony on the lawn. \nOn Saturday\, June 13th\, return for a festival celebrating the ratification of the Virginia Declaration of Rights.  The day will be full of activities for the whole family\, including live music\, spoken word performances\, tours of the historic house\, and museum theater performances. \nAdmission\nOn Friday\, June 12th\, admission is complimentary from open until 1 p.m. for the naturalization ceremony.  After 1 p.m.\, general admission applies. \nAdmission is complimentary all day on Saturday\, June 13th. \nRain or Shine \nThis special program will occur rain or shine.  In the event of significant rainfall or thunderstorms\, all activities will move to indoor locations.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/declaration-day/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260322T161725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T160742Z
UID:10000054-1782554400-1782576000@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Summer Saturdays - How To History
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 27: How to: History! \nGamify your 250th! For the first Summer Saturday of 2026\, join Gunston Hall’s special Civics Season event\, How To: History! Come learn and play with us to discover how we figure out the past in order to build our future. Try your hand at George Against Humanity\, figure out fact from fiction\, write some historic headlines\, and wash archaeological artifacts. There will also be music\, community partners\, take home resources\, and of course PIZZA. Come for the games and stay for your slice of history. 🍕 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/summer-saturdays-how-to-history/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260322T162256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T160530Z
UID:10000066-1783764000-1783785600@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Summer Saturdays - Party for the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 11: Party for the Revolution\nIt’s a party—it’s a Revolution! Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution at this special Summer Saturdays event at Gunston Hall. Enjoy a full day of crafts\, games\, music\, and more. Connect with community partners to learn about Virginia during the Revolution\, make your own tricorn hat and cockade\, play 18th-century games\, and enjoy sweet treats in honor of this historic anniversary.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/summer-saturdays-party-for-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T190935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T155616Z
UID:10000059-1784311200-1784322000@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Cocktails by Candlelight: Garden Party
DESCRIPTION:Cocktails by Candlelight is now a series! \nWe’re expanding our much-beloved program to four events throughout the year.  In the spring and fall\, join us for the event you know and love.  In the winter\, roll in for a Game Night to light up the dark and\, in the summer\, you can meander through the flowers for our Garden Party.  \nJoin us for the newest program in our Cocktails by Candlelight series: The Garden Party.  By popular demand\, we’ve designed an event that takes place entirely in the historic Riverside Garden.  Relax on the bowling green with a summery cocktail\, play lawn games\, and participate in other leisure activities from the 18th century. \nParticipants must be 21 or older. \nRegistration\nSeries Package\nSeries packages are available for both individuals and for two people until May 1st. Click on “Series Package” above and add two tickets to your cart to get the discounted dual package price. \nThe package includes admission to:\nGame Night – February 20\nCocktails by Candlelight: Spring – May 1\nGarden Party – July 17\nCocktails by Candlelight: Fall – September 11 \nIndividual Package:\nRegular: $165 – save $35!\nMember: $135 – save $65! \nDual Package:\nRegular: $305 – save $95!\nMember $245 – save$155! \nSingle Event Tickets\nClick on “Single Event Tickets” above to purchase tickets for just the Garden Party event. \nIndividual $55\nMembers $45 \nTickets will be available at the door the evening of the event if it does not sell out in advance.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/cocktails-by-candlelight-garden-party/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260322T162522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T160333Z
UID:10000067-1784973600-1784995200@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Summer Saturdays - Crafting Our Voices
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 25: Speak up\, Speak out – Crafting Our Voices\nCraft your way through history this summer at Gunston Hall! This Summer Saturdays program explores how people have used fiber arts and crafts to make their voices heard—from the homespun movement of the Revolution to women’s suffrage protests and coded messaging during the World Wars. Join us and our community partners to discover how people have “crafted” their voices over the past 250 years. Try wool spinning\, knit or weave your own “codes\,” create a button for a cause you care about\, and take home a pattern to continue crafting your voice. Enjoy music and snacks while you create!
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/summer-saturdays-crafting-our-voices/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260322T162651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T155856Z
UID:10000068-1786183200-1786204800@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Summer Saturdays - Community and Culture 
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 8: Community and Culture\nWe’re celebrating community at Gunston Hall for the 250th! Join us for a special Summer Saturdays program highlighting our local community and the cultures that shape it. Meet community partners\, take home volunteer resources\, and discover the role you can play locally. Enjoy a folklore story time\, plus music\, snacks\, and games from around the world. And don’t forget to help us build a community scrapbook by showing us who you are!\n\n 
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/summer-saturdays-community-and-culture/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260322T162807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T155518Z
UID:10000069-1787392800-1787414400@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Summer Saturdays - Trivia 
DESCRIPTION:Spend the Summer at Gunston Hall!  \nJoin us for a special edition of our annual Summer Saturdays\, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Each all-day program features a civics-focused theme that connects history to today—exploring George Mason’s ideas and what it means to be American during this semi-quincentennial year.\n\nEnjoy hands-on crafts\, games\, and activities for all ages\, along with snacks\, music\, and community partners throughout the day. \nCome play\, learn\, and celebrate with us! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 27\n\n\n\n\nJuly 11\n\n\n\n\nJuly 25\n\n\n\n\nAugust 8\n\n\n\n\nAugust 22\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to: History\n\n\n\n\nParty for the Revolution\n\n\n\n\nCrafting Our Voices\n\n\n\n\nCommunity and Culture\n\n\n\n\nTrivia\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer Saturdays is included with general admission.\n\n\nSaturday\, August 22: Trivia\nClose out summer 2026 with Gunston Hall as we play 250th-themed trivia! There will be 6 rounds total\, split from 10am-noon\, and again from 1-3pm. When you’re not competing in the questions\, try out historic games and activities designed for all ages.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/summer-saturdays-trivia/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T135000
CREATED:20260114T191852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T155602Z
UID:10000060-1789149600-1789160400@gunstonhall.org
SUMMARY:Cocktails by Candlelight: Fall
DESCRIPTION:Cocktails by Candlelight is now a series! \nWe’re expanding our much-beloved program to four events throughout the year.  In the spring and fall\, join us for the event you know and love.  In the winter\, roll in for a Game Night to light up the dark and\, in the summer\, you can meander through the flowers for our Garden Party.  \nJoin us for the event that sparked the Series: Cocktails by Candlelight.  Sip on period cocktails and sample historic foods while you enjoy the serenity of Mason Neck by candlelight.  Situated in the heart of the historic property\, this event offers the perfect opportunity to relax with friends and loved ones. \nParticipants must be 21 or older. \nRegistration\nSeries Package\nSeries packages are available for both individuals and for two people until May 1st. Click on “Series Package” above and add two tickets to your cart to get the discounted dual package price. \nThe package includes admission to:\nGame Night – February 20\nCocktails by Candlelight: Spring – May 1\nGarden Party – July 17\nCocktails by Candlelight: Fall – September 11 \nIndividual Package:\nRegular: $165 – save $35!\nMember: $135 – save $65! \nDual Package:\nRegular: $305 – save $95!\nMember $245 – save$155! \nSingle Event Tickets\nClick on “Single Event Tickets” above to purchase tickets for just the Cocktails by Candlelight: Fall event. \nIndividual $55\nMembers $45 \nTickets will be available at the door the evening of the event if it does not sell out in advance.
URL:https://gunstonhall.org/event/cocktails-by-candlelight-fall-2026/
LOCATION:Gunston Hall\, 10709 Gunston Road\, Mason Neck\, Virginia\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person
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