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Colonial Beach Historical Society & Museum

Colonial Beach Historical Society & Museum

"If you don’t know HISTORY, then you don’t know anything.
You are a leaf that doesn’t know it is part of a tree."
Michael Crichton

The Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum is commited to preserving and promoting our historic heritage, and engaging visitors
in meaningful and transformative experiences.

We welcome visitors and residents to view our new and updated exhibits depicting the history of our wonderful town. There is no admission fee though donations are welcome.

Our Collections

Explore Colonial Beach Historical Society's Museum at Colonial Beach's vast collection of artifacts, exhitbits and stories of the inventors (Graham Bell family), fishermen (Oyster Wars), writers (Sloan Wilson author of The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit, it’s gamblers’ history (“Las Vegas on the Potomac”) and statesmen (Presidents Washington & Monroe and Robert E. Lee family).

Join us in showcasing the diversity and richness of our historic history and culture in Northern Neck along the Potomac River.

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Join the Colonial Beach Historical Society & Museum at the
Virginia Osprey Festival
April 12th
Visit Our Table at Town Hill, then walk to the museum and take a tour!

EARLY BIRD TICKET SALES ARE NOW OPEN!

Single - $10

Full Nest- $15 (family ticket)

A ticket includes all expert speaker presentations at the Potomac River Fisheries Commission

(4 speakers)

Private Golf Cart Nest Tours

Children 12 and under are FREE and must be accompanied by an adult.

Ticket prices increase by $5.00 on day of festival so get them now!

All outdoor events held on Town Hill are FREE

BUY TICKETS HERE

Museum Minute with Mitzi Saffos, President of the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum

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Museum Minute with Mitzi Saffos, President of the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum

A view of permanent exhibits Visit us at https://www.cbhistoryandmuseum.org/ Become a Member, Support our continued efforts to preserve the history of Colonial Beach.

Museum Minute with Mitzi Saffos, President of the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum

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Museum Minute with Mitzi Saffos, President of the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum

A view of two of our newest exhibits.

The Colonial Beach Historical Society & Museum's Women's History Month Speaker, Mayor Robin Schick.

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The Colonial Beach Historical Society & Museum's Women's History Month Speaker, Mayor Robin Schick.

The Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum's Women's History Month Speaker, Colonial Beach Mayor Robin Schick. Mayor Schick is the 1st female mayor in Colonial Beach and her lecture included highlighting powerful women in Colonial Beach and their contributions to our community. She also spoke about her 8 1/2 steps for success and what makes you passionate.

Successful Lecture Celebrating Black History Month in Colonial Beach, February 24, 2025

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Successful Lecture Celebrating Black History Month in Colonial Beach, February 24, 2025

The museum was honored to host the a lecture with our Guest Speaker Marian Veney Ashton, Executive Director of the A.T. Johnson Museum who spoke about the history of African American Labor in the Northern Neck & John Wesley Sutton (1897-1978) a biochemist and protégé of George Washington Carver, who exemplified the resilience and resourcefulness of African Americans.

The 2024 Whitestone Christmas House Tour Was a Success!

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The 2024 Whitestone Christmas House Tour Was a Success!

We raised over $12,000.00 this year that will benefit our Students, the Museum and the programs we offer. A huge a “Thank You” to our Homeowners, the Moran’s of Lyellton House, the Millers & Austriaco’s of Wide River, the Browns of Wine Knot, the Coopers of Sunset Cottage the Dillons & Seeber’s of Sunsets Chany, the Fitzpatrick’s of Bay Breeze Cottage, and Ms. Schuck of The Bayview. It was a mix of homes from prior tours with history and new homes all filled with beautiful decorations, love and history. We appreciate all that opened their homes.

The Christmas Tour Fundraiser and Reception for the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum

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The Christmas Tour Fundraiser and Reception for the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum

Tickets still available for the Christmas Tour Fundraiser and Reception for the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum Buy your tickets at www.cbhistoryandmuseum.org

The Christmas Tour Fundraiser for the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum

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The Christmas Tour Fundraiser for the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum

Tickets still available for the Christmas Tour Fundraiser for the Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum buy your tickets at www.cbhistoryandmuseum.org

A Whitestone Christmas 2024

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A Whitestone Christmas 2024

“A Whitestone Christmas” Date: December 14th & 15th

Are You Interested in the History of Colonial Beach?

We are proud of our museum and the historical research that it contains. Please take the time to visit and learn about what makes our community so special. If you would like to schedule a private tour or group tour we would be happy to accommodate your request! Also make sure to click the button below to subscribe to our newsletter!

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