National Museum of the United States Army

Soldiers are warriors both on and off the battlefield.
Many Soldiers have applied the same dedication, teamwork, and patriotism required to accomplish their mission to athletic competition. Since 1948, over 400 Soldiers have represented the United States at the Olympics. One hundred Soldiers have earned medals in a variety of sports, including boxing, wrestling, pentathlon, and bobsled. Before official record-keeping, many American Olympians enlisted in the Army during World War II to protect and defend the United States. Today, this tradition of athletic accomplishment continues in the Army’s World Class Athlete Program, which trains Soldiers to perform at the highest level in their sports.
In this History Talk, learn more about the commitments, sacrifices, and accomplishments of these Soldier Olympians

Local Event: History Talk - Military Gold: Army Athletes on the World Stage

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Soldiers are warriors both on and off the battlefield.
Many Soldiers have applied the same dedication, teamwork, and patriotism...

History Talk - Military Gold: Army Athletes on the World Stage

“The Airborne Mafia” explores how a small group of World War II airborne officers took control of the US Army after World War II. This powerful cadre cemented a unique airborne culture that had an unprecedented impact on the Cold War US Army and beyond. With a deft touch, deep research, and an unwavering eye for the human stories behind organizational change, Robert Williams helps explain the existence and importance of the paratrooper mystique that remains within the military still today.
Robert F. Williams is a historian with the Army University Press and Combined Arms Center at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. A former airborne infantry non-commissioned officer, he has served in both Iraq and Afghanistan.

Local Event: Book Talk - The Airborne Mafia: The Paratroopers Who Shaped America’s Cold War Army 

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“The Airborne Mafia” explores how a small group of World War II airborne officers took control of the US Army after World War...

Book Talk - The Airborne Mafia: The Paratroopers Who Shaped America’s Cold War Army 

Occupied by Union forces on May 24, 1861, Alexandria became the Confederacy’s longest-occupied city. Strategically positioned across the Potomac River from Washington, it functioned as a massive Union supply depot, medical hub, and sanctuary for freedom seekers until the war’s end. With its port and rail connections, Alexandria was transformed into a major logistical center. Dozens of public buildings, churches, and private homes were commandeered to serve as military barracks, prisons, and hospitals. Spend two hours on a walking tour of Old Town Alexandria with Museum educators Kenna Howat Felix and John Maass to learn about the city’s Civil War past.
This walking tour will begin and end in Old Town Alexandria. Ability Level: moderate due to terrain. The tour will be over partly uneven brick and stone walkways.
John R. Maass is a historian and educator at the National Museum of the U.S. Army. He received a Ph.D. in early U.S. history from the Ohio State University. His most recent book is “The Battles of Spencer’s Ordinary and Green Spring, 1781” (2025).
Kenna Howat Felix is a Museum Educator at the National Museum of the U.S. Army. She received a master’s degree in history from George Mason University. She has over 12 years’ experience working in museums throughout the Washington, D.C. area.

Local Event: Civil War Alexandria: A Walking Tour

Civil War Alexandria: A Walking Tour

Occupied by Union forces on May 24, 1861, Alexandria became the Confederacy’s longest-occupied city. Strategically positioned...

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EVENT HOSTED BY&nbsp;THE&nbsp;MOUNT VERNON &nbsp;LODGE #219.&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Note: &nbsp;if weather turns during market time, more vendors will be inside the lodge.&nbsp;&nbsp;Come on in!&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a rain or shine event.
COMMUNITY SUNMERTIME EVENT:&nbsp;&nbsp;YOU WILL FIND -&nbsp;Antique, Vintage, as well as Crafters/Artisan Vendors, and refreshments for sale.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bring your visitors, your friends, and your family..
NEW!&nbsp;&nbsp;Linda Cunningham Goldstein, a Sotheby's-trained appraiser will be appraising your treasures for the low, low fee of $15 per verbal appraisal for items that can be carried.&nbsp; She will be located on site inside the lodge.
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR VENDORS!!!&nbsp; &nbsp;Antique, Vintage,&nbsp;Artisans and Crafters will be outside and inside the air-conditioned lodge.&nbsp; 
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, retro and handmade, bakery and chocolate artisans, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR local vendors who work so hard to offer unique and lovely items to YOU! 
Many vendors will be selling -- with a variety of antiques and vintage items, from the very impractical (but lovely) to the extremely practical - they have it all! This is a market with all the vintage market wares: antique, vintage, collectibles, coins, stamps,&nbsp;furniture, depression glass, vintage/antique glassware, carpets, vintage clothes, handbags, toys,&nbsp;and more,&nbsp;AS WELL AS Arts &amp; Crafts Artisans, with handmade items, such as vintage and repurposed/handmade jewelry, crystal beaded bracelets, gemstone COMCON&nbsp;and animal figures, handcrafted soap figures, French lavender bud sachets in linen bags. There will be handmade/custom-crafted wreaths, crocheted scarves and hats, crocheted items,&nbsp;figures in lighted glass,&nbsp;gift baskets, great gift ideas. Enjoy browsing all the handmade and hand-picked curated gifts, collectible&nbsp;items, while enjoying the controlled temperature of the lodge building. 
MARKET SCHEDULE 2026: March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, October 17, Holiday markets: November 21, December 5 &amp; December 19.&nbsp; Every third Saturday of each month March through December; two holiday markets December 5 &amp; December 19.
A portion of the proceeds from this vendor&nbsp;event contributes toward college&nbsp;scholarships. 
Family and pet-friendly. &nbsp;Parking and restrooms on site.&nbsp; 
Join the&nbsp;festivities all year long!

Local Event: Mount Vernon Vintage, Antique, & Artisan Market

Mount Vernon Vintage, Antique, & Artisan Market

EVENT HOSTED BY THE MOUNT VERNON  LODGE #219.   8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Note:  if weather turns during market time, more vendors...

Fredericksburg Convention Center

The Big Flea Antiques Event
Aug. 15-16 
Sat. 9-6 Sun. 11-4 $12 both days
Amazing Finds! Incredible prices!

Local Event: The Big Flea returns to The Fredericksburg Expo Aug. 15-16th

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The Big Flea Antiques Event
Aug. 15-16 
Sat. 9-6 Sun. 11-4 $12 both days
Amazing Finds! Incredible prices!

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