Events and Activities
The Archeology of Totera Town: Its Place in Native American History
Thursday, May 8 at 7pm
Monthly Lecture Series Talk, in partnership with Historical Society of Western Virginia
Totera Town was prominently mentioned in an expedition into western Virginia in 1671. The recording of the village was an important contribution to our understanding of indigenous settlement, ethnicity, commerce, and colonial relations. The remains of Totera Town are under Salem’s Moyer Sports Complex. The results of archeology done shape this presentation, as well as the site within a regional perspective.
Andrew Lewis Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, June 7 & 8 from 10am to 4pm
Join us to celebrate 250 years since Andrew Lewis expelled Lord Dunmore from Williamsburg.
The Fincastle Company Living Historians will be on site all weekend.
Meet Andrew Lewis and learn about his life.
Attend lectures about the events in Williamsburg and beyond.
See the new VA250 exhibit "Salem's Forgotten Hero: Andrew Lewis and the Revolutionary War"
Sponsored by Virginia is for Lovers (virginia.org) and VA250 (Va250.org)
Hands-On History
Join us each week for Hands-on History Saturdays! On Saturdays from 10-4, visitors will get the chance to pull on curators’ gloves and hold a piece of history in their hands. Come see, up close, artifacts that are not often on display. A new theme every month! May= Revolutionary War
Mark Your Calendar
Monthly Speaker Series
Second Thursday of each month. May= Michael Barber on The Archaeology of Totera Town
Andrew Lewis Weekend
June 7 & 8. Join us to celebrate 250 years since Lewis expelled Lord Dunmore from Williamsburg. Meet living historians and see the unveiling of the Museum's new VA250 exhibit.
Summer Fun For All Ages
This Summer. You asked and we listened! This year's summer fun programs are open to all families and ages, adults and kids alike.
Lord Dunmore Day
September 6, 10am-4pm. Hear the other perspective of history. Meeting living historians and learn about the British perspectives during the Revolutionary War.
Ghost Walk 2025
October 2-4, 6pm-8pm. Our annual Ghost Walk returns to East Hill Cemetery.
Gingerbread Festival 2025
December 6. The Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce Festival returns to Longwood Park with the annual Gingerbread House Competition on display inside the Museum.
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Sun - Mon: Closed
Tue - Sat: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Sun - Mon: Closed
Tue - Sat: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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