The Mosby Heritage Area Association once again presents a large and varied summer portfolio of tours, lectures, demonstrations and events for anyone who enjoys history.

The Fighting Berkeleys
Sunday, June 30th, 1:00 p.m.

Program begins at the Inn at Evergreen
15890 Berkeley Drive, Haymarket, Virginia

View the Civil War through the eyes of four brothers who served through nearly the entire conflict. Edmund, Norborne, Charles, and William Berkeley all served as officers together in the 8th Virginia Infantry, earning the unit the nickname "The Berkeley Regiment." Dr. Joseph Rizzo, Director of the Loudoun Museum, will talk about their combat experiences and original Berkeley artifacts will be on display. Following the talk visitors will have a chance to tour three Berkeley homes - Evergreen, Stoke, and the Berkeley House. Tickets required.

First Friday Gallery Walk, Loudoun Museum
Friday, July 5th, 6:00-8:00 PM

Celebrate our nation's history with us and our partners at the Loudoun Museum in Leesburg.

Colonial Kids Day, Burwell-Morgan Mill
Saturday, July 20th, 11:00 AM—4:00 PM

Stop by the Burwell-Morgan Mill in Millwood and experience life in the 18th century. Event sponsored by the Clarke County Historical Association

Open Late Concert Series, National Sporting Library and Museum
Friday, July 26th, 6:00-8:00 PM

Enjoy a free outdoor concert at the National Sporting Library and Museum in historic Middleburg.

History Lab: Revolutionary War vs. Civil War
Saturday, August 3, 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

MHAA Office at the Caleb Rector House
1461 Atoka Rd.
Marshall, VA 20115

Lace up your brogans and put on your tricorn! Join MHAA at the historic Rector House to explore the differences between a soldier's life in the Civil War and American Revolution. Attendees of all ages will compare military technology, cooking and foodways, camp life, and spying with high-quality interpreters. This free program includes activities and take-home souvenirs. A local food truck will be on-site for lunch, snacks, and drinks. Admission is free.

For mom and dad: Local authors will be signing copies of their books inside the Rector House all day. Pick up a copy, learn about their latest projects, and get a head start on holiday or back to school shopping!

The Art of War: The Civil War Sketches of James E. Taylor
Saturday, August 24, 9:00 p.m.

Bus departs from the Caleb Rector House
1461 Atoka Road
Marshall, VA 20115

Join MHAA for a bus tour that follows in the path of wartime news artist and Union soldier James Taylor. Attendees will visit historic locations in Millwood, Berryville, and Winchester, where Taylor sketched the landscape for publication in Leslie's Illustrated in 1864. Guests are encouraged to bring a sketchbook to try their own hand at recording these fascinating sites!

This program includes a fair amount of walking outdoors and on uneven ground. Please wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.

Seats are limited! Tickets required

For more information, reservations and tickets to any and all events see the MHAA website at www.mosbyheritagearea.org; call 540-687-6681; or stop by MHAA's Rector House headquarters at 1461 Atoka Road, Marshall VA 20115