From African American history to folktales to album covers, Kadir Nelson has added his glowing and inspired paintings to dozens of projects and gone on to become an award-winning author himself. Born in Washington, D.C. on May 15, 1974, Kadir was encouraged by his family to pursue his interest in art. There were no art…
A Spy Called James: The True Story of James Lafayette, Revolutionary War Double Agent
James was an enslaved African in Virginia when the American Revolution began. Wanting to earn his freedom while helping the new country, he volunteered for the Revolutionary Army, with the promise of his freedom at the war’s end—if the Americans were victorious. He was assigned to work for the young and brilliant French commander who…
Westmoreland County’s African American History
Westmoreland County’s African American history dates back to the 17th century. During the earliest years, both enslaved people from Africa and white indentured servants were imported to the Northern Neck (the land between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers) to work on farms and plantations, with enslaved Africans becoming more prevalent over time. 17th Century …
Medal of Honor Winner Was Spotsylvania Native
Buffalo Soldiers from the 24th Infantry were part of the 12-man escort that would go down fighting during a fateful day in 1889.
Make a Valentine’s Day Breakfast
Your family does a lot for you: helping with homework, cooking your meals, and taking you to fun places. Why not give them a breakfast treat on Valentine's Day?
Make a Gingerbread House
Gumdrops, lollipops, chocolate squares, jelly bears, and peppermint candies. The sky is the limit as far as decorating your own gingerbread house. They are a ton of fun to decorate, but first, you need to make the house itself. You can put it together fast from graham crackers and store-bought icing, or you can make…
When the Holidays Aren’t So Merry and Bright…
Whether you’re a younger person who has recently lost a parent or grandparent, someone missing the comforting presence of a life partner or child, or, yes, one of those missing dear pets, the holidays can be hard.
The Real Twelve Days of Christmas: Celebrating in the Old-fashioned Way
Every year, children and adults build up a head of steam for the Christmas holidays. Then the magical day comes and goes too quickly, leaving scraps of wrapping paper and half-munched cookies all around the house, as well as the nagging feeling that someone special has been left off the greeting and gifting list. Everything…
Nutcracker Sweets
Learn the origins of the Nutcracker ballet, and check out our Nutcracker Stories, Treats, and Crafts resource list to better enjoy a Christmas tradition.
The Longest Night – Observing the Winter Solstice
The winter solstice takes place on the shortest day - and longest night - of the year. In 2022, the winter solstice will happen at 4:48 p.m. on Wednesday, December 21, in the Washington D.C. area. This site will help you find the exact day and time of the winter solstice in your area, as…
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