The Middleburg Museum

08/17/2026

Wonderful programs at The Middleburg Library

History Series: For the Common Defense
Learn how the Continental Army, Navy, and Marines were established in 1775 with local historian Jeff Joyce on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m.

08/04/2026

As part of our commemoration of America's 250th anniversary, we are proud to present a dedicated exhibit on Lieutenant Colonel Leven Powell, the Continental Army officer, Virginia statesman, and local resident who founded Middleburg in 1787. Curated by Vicky Lewis, the display highlights Powell's life, his legacy, and the vision that shaped the town. Thanks to our volunteers at Northwest Federal Credit Union we are Open in August on Thursdays from 1-4, as well as Friday-Sunday 11-4.

07/30/2026

Stop by the Middleburg Museum located at 12 North Madison Street, Middleburg, VA. to explore local history, check out current exhibits, and meet our friendly volunteers sharing the heritage of the area. The museum is open today until 4:00 PM today.

07/17/2026

Due to poor air quality, the Lt. Colonel Powell event will be held at the Middleburg Community Center. Sunday July 19th, 4-6pm

07/04/2026

06/22/2026

Join us tomorrow June 23rd in the garden at the Middleburg Museum from 11-2pm (under a tent) for this wonderful children's community event with Northwest Federal Credit Union Middleburg

Highlights include:
Paint-a-Piggy Station: Kids can get creative while decorating their very own piggy banks — a fun way to start saving! (While supplies last)

Coloring Books: Take home a playful, kid-friendly coloring book that teaches the fundamentals of saving, spending, and giving in an easy and engaging way.

It will be a day filled with creativity, learning, and laughter as we inspire the next generation to make confident financial choices!

06/21/2026

It was truly an amazing day at the Middleburg Museum as we celebrated Juneteenth with a talented group of performers and participants who uplifted our audience with their spirit, their verse, and their voices.
A special thank you to our eloquent emcee, Phyllis Cook-Taylor; Rev. Herman Nelson, who set the stage with an inspirational blessing; award-winning actress and founder of S.W.A.G., Kathi Muhammad; Washington Opera soprano Pamela Simonson Parker--accompanied by our keynote speaker, Terri Allen, Vice Regent of the Harmony Hall Chapter of the DAR; and the Spiritual Harmonizers of Gainesville, who opened the celebration with joyful and uplifting song.
Together, they created a meaningful and memorable program that honored the history, spirit, and significance of Juneteenth while inspiring all who attended.
Here is a glimpse of some of the many special moments from the day. More to come as we continue to share highlights from this wonderful celebration!

06/09/2026

The Middleburg Museum is pleased to collaborate with the Middleburg Community Center and the Middleburg Library Advisory Board for this special event. We invite you to join us on June 18 at the Community Center for an engaging and memorable evening. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us at 7pm on June 18th - in celebration of Juneteenth for a Meet the Author event with Kevin Grigsby, Discussing his new book, ‘A Story of Hope and Freedom: The Proctors of Loudoun and Fauquier Counties, Virginia’

Grigsby chronicles the Proctor family’s resiliant journey through the horrific perils of slavery and their struggles as free people of color in Virginia before the civil war, and decades after.

This event will surely be a powerful recounting of local history highlighting triumphs and tragedy, love and difficult choices, and the enduring power of family.

This event is a collaboration between the Middleburg Library, the Middleburg Museum and the Middleburg Library Advisory Council. Please visit our website to RSVP at middleburgcenter.org/attend

06/03/2026

As part of VA250, this is an event not to be missed. Join The Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area Association in celebrating the life, legacy, and lasting influence of George Mason.

Born on December 11, 1725, George Mason was a Founding Father and one of only three delegates who refused to sign the U.S. Constitution, believing it did not provide sufficient protections for individual liberties.

Mason’s authorship of the Virginia Declaration of Rights helped shape the principles that later became the United States Bill of Rights, securing his place as one of the nation’s most influential advocates for individual freedom and limited government.

Join us as we commemorate Mason’s 300th birthday and explore his profound impact on liberty, constitutional rights, and American democracy.

We're less than a week away from our upcoming program at historic Selma in Leesburg! Join us this Sunday, June 7th, for an engaging afternoon exploring the legacy of George Mason, one of Virginia's most influential Founding Fathers.

The lands that became Selma were purchased in 1741 by Ann Thomson Mason, mother of George Mason. Over time, the property passed through generations of the Mason family before Armistead Thomson Mason established Selma in 1810. Through Civil War raids, fire, and decades of change, Selma has endured as a remarkable link to Virginia's past, making it the perfect place to reflect on the people and ideas that shaped the Commonwealth in its earliest years.

We hope you'll join us for an afternoon of history, conversation, and a deeper appreciation of George Mason's enduring legacy in Virginia and the nation.

Get tickets now at: https://www.piedmontheritage.org/events/2026/6/7/georgemasonandthemakingofliberty

05/27/2026

As part of our mission to preserve and celebrate the multicultural heritage of the town of Middleburg and the surrounding villages in Loudoun County and Fauquier County, we are committed to sharing the stories that shaped our region. From Native Americans and European settlers to African Americans and their communities, These histories are woven into the fabric of our local identity.
In partnership with Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County VA., We are proud to have produced a film on the Morgantown School, where our founder, Eura Lewis, once taught.
To view the film, please visit:

Middleburg Museum Movies Page at https://middleburgmuseum.org/movies/

To learn more about the Afro American Historical Association and iits important work preserving and sharing African American history in the region, visit https://www.aahafauquier.org/

A video by the Middleburg Museum about the Morgantown School. Part ...