Welcome to the Museum of Culpeper History

The Museum showcases the rich history and interprets the significant events that shape Culpeper today. From the dinosaurs that roamed here to the soldiers that camped and fought here there is much to discover!

Give Local Piedmont

A community-wide day of giving on MAY 12!

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Culpeper National Cemetery Walking Tour

The Culpeper National Cemetery is a distinguishing feature of the downtown landscape. The museum is excited to partner with the cemetery and offer a walking tour of this sacred space.

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A Taste of History

Join us for a traditional Revolutionary War era dinner to benefit the Museum of Culpeper History. Co-hosted by Mountain Run Winery on the evening of Friday, June 5!

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Special Program continues in May

In honor of the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States, the museum will host 6 Community Conversation nights to discuss the new Ken Burns documentary. For more information, click the button below.

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New Shop Merchandise

Get ready to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary by stopping by the museum shop and checking out our new items.

Culpeper History & Heritage

We offer so many places throughout the county where you can learn about our community through the centuries. We hope to welcome you and your family soon!

Museum of Culpeper History

NEW EXHIBITS NOW OPEN!

The museum reopened on February 7 with a whole host of new exhibits. Come see what has changed!

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VOLUNTEERS WANTED!

Are you interested in local, state, or national history? Do you like teaching and sharing information? Do you enjoy meeting new people every day?

The Museum of Culpeper History is seeking volunteers to help with its daily operations and ongoing programs. Our volunteers allow us to put visitors in touch with the story of Culpeper’s past every day, seven days a week. Without their hard work and support, we would not be able to do the work we do!

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Contact Us

Museum of Culpeper History
113 S. Commerce Street
Culpeper, VA 22701

Phone: (540) 829-1749

Hours

Monday-Sunday:
10 am – 4 pm

CLOSED: New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day