Fredericksburg Area Museum

Fredericksburg Area Museum WELCOME TO OUR STORY. Our vision is to serve our diverse community and its neighbors through a commitment to inclusion, integrity, credibility, and relevance.

We will be an institution that facilitates the recognition and understanding of the region’s nation-shaping history through exploration of our past, illumination of the present, and visioning of the future. During its first twenty-five years, the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center built a fine collection of artifacts and art that provide points of entry to reflect on our community’s pa

st. The passionate dedication of community leaders to treasure the Fredericksburg region’s history led to the creation of this institution and has fostered its growth ever since. Today, the Museum is in an exciting phase of transition. Looking forward to its next twenty-five years, the institution will focus on meeting the ever-changing needs of its audience. We serve a growing and diverse group of visitors, community members and students who support our efforts to provide an opportunity to learn from the rich history of our region in ways that are meaningful to them. Our collection of historic treasures will continue to form the basis of our permanent exhibitions and the stories they tell. Multi-media interpretation, expanded public programming, interactive learning opportunities and a view of history from multiple perspectives will enhance the Museum’s experiential quality. We will eagerly explore our vast potential as a 21st-century museum. While the history of the Fredericksburg region is in many ways unique, it is also parallel to the history of our nation. And while stories told at the Museum are often rooted in the past, they are stories of human experience that reach across generations to connect with the present.

🚨Updated FAM hours🚨Please note that the Fredericksburg Area Museum will be closed on Monday, June 1 and Wednesday, June ...
05/31/2026

🚨Updated FAM hours🚨

Please note that the Fredericksburg Area Museum will be closed on Monday, June 1 and Wednesday, June 3.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Last chance to grab your tickets - only 4 spots left!Step into the stories of the women who shaped Fredericksburg during...
05/29/2026

Last chance to grab your tickets - only 4 spots left!

Step into the stories of the women who shaped Fredericksburg during the Revolutionary era on this engaging walking tour. Discover how their courage, resilience, and everyday actions influenced the fight for independence and the community they called home.

Grab your tickets now: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/fredericksburgareamuseum/event/rwofwt-may/

Join the Fredericksburg Area Museum this year for exciting America 250 programming that explores the people, stories, an...
05/29/2026

Join the Fredericksburg Area Museum this year for exciting America 250 programming that explores the people, stories, and events that shaped our region and our nation. From walking tours and book clubs to special programs and unique community events, there’s something for everyone to experience.

Upcoming highlights include:
• Revolutionary Women of Fredericksburg Walking Tour
• What Remains: America 250
• Exploring Kunta: Roots 50th Anniversary Commemorative Experience
• Paranormal Investigations at historic Fredericksburg sites
• Independence Day celebrations and more!

Check out the full schedule and visit www.famva.org/events for details and tickets.

This Friday, FAM's Downtown Sounds brings Spanglish Latin American Band and Entertainment to Market Square! 💃🎶Get ready ...
05/28/2026

This Friday, FAM's Downtown Sounds brings Spanglish Latin American Band and Entertainment to Market Square! 💃🎶

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music filled with Latin and American rhythms, tropical flair, and nonstop energy. Spanglish blends jazz standards, bossa, salsa, samba, bachata, Latin jazz, and reimagined English favorites with bilingual lyrics to create a vibrant sound that will keep you dancing all night long.

☀ The bar opens at 6:00pm and the concert begins at 6:30pm in Market Square. Big thank you to our Bar Sponsor Novel FXBG. We hope to see you there!

The Fredericksburg Area Museum is now accepting submissions for our upcoming juried exhibition, Bridging Time: 100 Years...
05/27/2026

The Fredericksburg Area Museum is now accepting submissions for our upcoming juried exhibition, Bridging Time: 100 Years of the Railroad Bridge.

This year-long exhibition celebrates the 100th anniversary of the historic RF&P Railroad Bridge (now operated by CSX Transportation) and explores its impact as both an industrial landmark and artistic inspiration.

Artists are invited to interpret the bridge’s historical, cultural, and artistic significance through their work.

Submit your work and help tell the story of a century of connection, movement, and community. Complete the interest form here: https://www.famva.org/railroad-100-artists-call

🚨Updated FAM hours for Monday, 5/25!🚨Thank you for your understanding.
05/23/2026

🚨Updated FAM hours for Monday, 5/25!🚨

Thank you for your understanding.

Due to weather, tonight’s Downtown Sounds concert on Friday, May 22 has been cancelled. The safety of our guests, perfor...
05/22/2026

Due to weather, tonight’s Downtown Sounds concert on Friday, May 22 has been cancelled. The safety of our guests, performers, and staff is our top priority.

Thank you for understanding, and we hope to see you at a future concert this season! ☔🎶

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05/21/2026

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Discover how the Fredericksburg Area Museum is transforming its collections into a living, community-driven resource: engaging students, sparking local connections, and preparing for major milestones with CatalogIt.

Join us in Market Square this Friday, May 22, for an evening of live music with N2N! 🎶For more than 15 years, N2N has br...
05/21/2026

Join us in Market Square this Friday, May 22, for an evening of live music with N2N! 🎶

For more than 15 years, N2N has brought high energy performances to audiences across the region, even performing at a Presidential Inaugural Ball and opening for artists like BeBe Winans and The Delfonics. This talented eight member band delivers a mix of R&B, Soul, Pop, and Motown favorites, along with tributes to iconic artists like Sade and Gladys Knight. Get ready for a night full of incredible vocals, classic hits, and nonstop energy!

☀ The bar opens at 6:00pm and the concert begins at 6:30pm in Market Square. Big thanks to our Bar Sponsor, Novel FXBG.

**Please note that weather conditions are being monitored and any cancellations will be announced by 2:00pm on Friday.**

We’ve got three great reasons to visit FAM this summer ☀️Join us in May, June, and July for three exciting programs that...
05/19/2026

We’ve got three great reasons to visit FAM this summer ☀️

Join us in May, June, and July for three exciting programs that bring local history to life. Whether you love hands-on learning, fascinating stories, or unique experiences, you won’t want to miss these upcoming events.

Spots are limited, so be sure to grab your tickets and make plans to join us!Learn more and register today: www.famva.org/events

Address

907 Princess Anne Street
Fredericksburg, VA
22401

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+15403713037

Website

https://www.famva.org/250passport, https://fxbghistoryarchive.org/

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