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April 28, 2017
11:00 a.m. at Hollywood Cemetery
There will be a wreath-laying ceremony at President Monroe's tomb. This is an impressive ceremony, with a speech on behalf of the President delivered by an Army general, a proclamation by the Governor, the Fort Lee color guard and band, and wreaths presented by the President, our Foundation, and various lineage societies.
April 29, 2017
10:00 a.m. at the Monroe Birthplace farm
The formal ceremony will commence at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided afterward at the Moose Lodge nearby. Come see the exhibits at the Visitor Center and learn the latest update on the County's plans for the Birthplace park and the Foundation's plans to rebuild the Birthplace house. There will be an opportunity for lineage societies to present wreaths.
April 23, 2016
10:00 a.m. at the Monroe Birthplace farm
The formal ceremony will commence at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided afterward at the Moose Lodge nearby. Come to see the exhibits at the Visitor Center and learn the latest update on the County's plans for the Birthplace park and the Foundation's plans to rebuild the Birthplace house. There will be an opportunity for lineage societies to present wreaths.
April 28, 2016
11:00 a.m. at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond
There will be a wreath-laying ceremony at President Monroe's tomb. This is an impressive ceremony, with a speech on behalf of the President delivered by an Army general, a proclamation by the Governor, the Fort Lee color guard and band, and wreaths presented by the President, our Foundation, and various lineage societies.
April 17, 2015
3:00 p.m. on Route 678, approximately 1/4 mile east of the intersection with Route 20 in Barboursville, Orange County, VA
James Barbour, Governor of Virginia, was born on June 10, 1775, near Gordonsville in Orange County, Virginia. Governor Barbour, an attorney, began his public service career as deputy sheriff of Orange County. He was a member of the Virginia House of Delegates from 1796 to 1812, and served as speaker from 1809 to 1812. He patroned the legislation creating the Virginia Literary Fund which provides public funding for public education in the Commonwealth. In 1812, he was elected Governor of Virginia and served from 1812 to 1814, during the American War of 1812. He was the first Governor to reside in the current Virginia Governor's Mansion.
April 25, 2015
10:00 a.m. at James Monroe Birthplace, 4460 James Monroe Highway, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Starting at 10:00 a.m., at the Birthplace, the 257th anniversary ceremonies are expected to include local and state elected officials and federal officials. The formal ceremony will commence at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided afterward at the Moose Lodge nearby. Come to see the latest exhibits at the Visitor Center and learn the latest update on the Foundation's plans to rebuild the Birthplace house. There will be an opportunity for lineage societies to present wreaths.
April 28, 2015
11:00 a.m. at Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond, VA
This year our annual wreath-laying ceremony at President Monroe's tomb in Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond will be at 11:00 a.m. (subject to any changes by the Army, which conducts the ceremony). This is an impressive ceremony, with a speech on behalf of the President delivered by an Army general, a proclamation by the Governor, the Fort Lee color guard and band, and wreaths presented by the President, our Foundation, and various lineage societies.
May 17, 2015
2:00 p.m. on Route 360, Charlotte County, VA approximately 1.09 miles east of Route 607
There will be a keynote speaker, and following the unveiling a reception will be held at the Roanoke Station Depot. This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP at info@HistoricStauntonRiverFoundation.org.
May 23, 2015
June 13, 2015
Lynchburg Presbyterian Church Cemetery
June 20, 2015
10:00 a.m. at Ware Episcopal Church Cemetery, Gloucester, VA
The Thomas Nelson, Jr. Chapter of VASSAR and Society of the War of 1812 in Virginia are holding a multiple grave marking ceremony for two Patriots of the Revolution and two War of 1812 Veterans. Wreath presentations are encouraged.
June 20, 2015
11:00 a.m. at Plum Point Park, Norfolk, VA
The Norfolk Historical Society has sponsored the installation of a marker highlighting the Role of Norfolk's Elizabeth River Defenses.
June 20, 2015
11:00 a.m. at the site of the Battle of Spencer's Ordinary in James City County
The Williamsburg Chapter of VASSAR is dedicating a plaque at the site of the Battle of Spencer's Ordinary in James City County. No wreath presentations.
June 20, 2015
1:30 p.m. in Culpeper, VA
The Culpeper Minute Men Chapter of VASSAR is dedicating a memorial to a Culpeper Minuteman, Major Gabriel Long. Wreath presentations are encouraged.
August 8, 2015
10:00 a.m. at Cape Henry Lighthouse, Fort Story, VA
September 13, 2015
2:00 - 4:30 p.m. at Antioch Baptist Church, 3868 Antioch Church Road, Sandston, VA 23150
2014
Alexandria, VA
Throughout 2014 celebrate the bicentennial of the War of 1812 in Alexandria's historic setting, largely preserved to appear as it did 200 years ago, when the British stormed the waterfront in 1814.
February 23, 2014
Gadsby's Tavern Museum from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1814. Reservations are recommended. Doors open for seating at 2:30 p.m. $15 per adult ticket, $10 student ticket. Limited seating.
February 26, 2014
The Lyceum, Alexandria’s History Museum from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Dr. Lisa Kraus, an archaeologist with the Maryland State Highway Administration's (SHA) Cultural Resources Division, will be lecturing. Her work for the bicentennial of the War of 1812 has taken her all over the Chesapeake region in search of battlefields, sunken ships, field hospitals, forts, and anything else that might have played an important role in the events leading up to the Battle of Baltimore in 1814.
March 16, 2014
1:30 p.m. at Mr. Madison's gravesite at Montpelier, Orange, VA
The 263rd anniversary of the birth of James Madison, native son, Father of the Constitution, and fourth President of the United States will be observed.
March 26, 2014
The Lyceum, Alexandria's History Museum from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Stuart Butler, retired assistant branch chief of the Military Archives Division, National Archives and Records Administration, will discuss Virginia's political and military response to the war with an emphasis on the role of Governor James Barbour and the organization of the militia. He will also discuss some major points of friction that developed between Virginia and the federal government during the prosecution of the war.
March 29, 2014
11:00 a.m. at Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond, VA
April 24, 2014
7:00 p.m. at Old Manassas Courthouse, 9248 Lee Avenue, Manassas, VA
Join us for an archeologist’s perspective of the events of 1814 in Alexandria, Virginia and Washington D.C. Historian and archeologist, Patrick O’Neil, will present a unique view of the War of 1812. Free lecture, though donations are accepted.
April 26, 2014
10:00 a.m. at the Monroe birthplace farm, Westmoreland County, VA
Starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Birthplace, the 256th anniversary ceremonies are expected to include local and state elected officials and federal officials. The formal ceremony will commence at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided afterward at the Moose Lodge nearby. Come to see the latest exhibits at the Visitor Center and learn the latest update on the Foundation's plans to rebuild the Birthplace house. There will be an opportunity for lineage societies to present wreaths.
April 27, 2014
Gadsby's Tavern Museum from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1814. Reservations are recommended. Doors open for seating at 2:30 p.m. $15 per adult ticket, $10 student ticket. Limited seating.
April 28, 2014
11:00 a.m. at Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond, VA
This year our annual wreath-laying ceremony at President Monroe's tomb in Hollywood Cemetery will be at 11:00 a.m. (subject to any changes by the Army, which conducts the ceremony). This is an impressive ceremony, with a speech on behalf of the President delivered by an Army general, a proclamation by the Governor, the Fort Lee color guard and band, and wreaths presented by the President, our Foundation, and various lineage societies.
April 30, 2014
The Lyceum, Alexandria’s History Museum from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Patrick O'Neill, Research Historian, will speak.
May 6, 2014
The Lyceum, Alexandria’s History Museum from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Alan Taylor from the University of California will speak.
May 10, 2014
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly, VA
A character interpreter portraying Dolley Madison will greet our visitors and Ships Company Chanteymen will perform music of the War of 1812. Steve Vogel, Historian and Author, will discuss his new book Through the Perilous Fight.
May 22, 2014
7:00 p.m. at Old Manassas Courthouse, 9248 Lee Avenue, Manassas, VA
America’s new capital built along the Potomac River in the middle of swampland and forests seemed to many an unlikely target for an enemy invasion. They were wrong. Even though there were warnings of an impending attack, the government was unprepared for the disaster of August 24, 1814. The destruction by British forces of the nation’s capital was a very small part of the War of 1812, but it’s significance to the country was tremendous. The torching of Washington rallied the people. Join author and historian, Carole L. Herrick, for a detailed look into the events of August 1814. Mrs. Herrick will have copies of her book available for sale. Free lecture, though donations are accepted.
May 24, 2014
1:00 p.m. at Heritage Village, Arner Town line, Essex
Please join us at the Grand Opening ceremonies and to tour Esther Malawice Banks Log Cabin.
May 28, 2014
The Lyceum, Alexandria's History Museum from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Steve Vogel, Historian and Author, will discuss his newest book.
June 6, 2014
Lawn of the Carlyle House
Hear music of the 1812 era.
June 13, 2014
Lawn of the Carlyle House
Hear music of the 1812 era.
June 14, 2014
June 19-21, 2014
Fort Monroe and Hampton University in Hampton, VA
For information or to register please contact Ms. Patrice Piggott, Hampton University at 757-728-6025 or email warof1812@hamptonu.edu.
June 20, 2014
Lawn of the Carlyle House
Hear music of the 1812 era.
June 22, 2014
Gadsby's Tavern Museum from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1814. Reservations are recommended. Doors open for seating at 2:30 p.m. $15 per adult ticket, $10 student ticket. Limited seating.
June 27, 2014
Lawn of the Carlyle House
Hear music of the 1812 era.
June 28, 2014
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. departing from Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 15520 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge, VA 22192
To commemorate the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, join noted War of 1812 historian and author Ralph Eshelman as we follow in the footsteps of the British invasion of 1814. This invasion led to the burning and destruction of Washington D.C. in the summer of 1814. Tour will cover the British invasion of the Chesapeake, the Battle of Bladensburg and capture of Washington, D.C. Transportation and lunch included. Tour departs from Rippon Lodge Historic Site, reservations required. $80.00 per person.
July 26, 2014
Virginia, DC and Maryland sites related to the War of 1812
August 24, 2014
8:00 a.m. at Historic Congressional Cemetery
Join Team ALX1812 at Historic Congressional Cemetery as they commemorate the 200th anniversary of the burning of Washington with the Flee the British 5k. Chase Dolley as she rescues the famed portrait of George Washington from the flames, and feel what it’s like to have the British on your heels as you scurry to the finish line. Registration is $40 per person.
August 27 & 28, 2014
7:00 - 9:30 p.m. at The Lyceum
See Hollywood’s version of the War of 1812! Enjoy two fun nights of vintage war pictures at The Lyceum. August 27 and 28. Doors open at 6:30 pm. FREE. Snacks available for purchase. Donations to the War of 1812 Commemoration accepted.
August 27th: The Buccaneer (1938 Version) Filmed in black & white starring Fredric March and Akim Tamiroff. Directed by Cecil B. DeMille / 126 minutes
August 28th: The Buccaneer (1958 Version) Presented by Paramount Pictures in Technicolor and Vista Vision, starring Yul Brenner, Charles Boyer, Claire Bloom, Inger Stevens and Charlton Heston as Andrew Jackson / 121 minutes
August 30, 2014
10:00 a.m. at Presbyterian Meeting House Cemetery & Columbarium, 600 Hamilton Lane
Help honor the Veterans of the War of 1812. At its conclusion, guests will mark War of 1812 Veterans’ graves throughout the cemetery. All are welcome.
August 30, 2014
Noon - 6:00 p.m. at Jefferson Cricket Field, Potomac Park, Washington, DC (north of 14th Street Bridge)
Team Alexandria v. Team Britain (British Defence Staff, UK Embassy)
August 30, 2014
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Market Square, 301 King Street
August 30, 2014
4:30 - 5:00 p.m. at Alexandria National Cemetery, 1450 Wilkes Street
Featuring the Continental Color Guard with Fife and Drum. Seating opens at 4:15 p.m.
August 31, 2014
11:00 a.m. at Old Dominion Boat Club, 1 King Street
Team Alexandria (Old Dominion Boat Club) v. Team Britain (British Defence Staff, UK Embassy). Take part in the start of this race!
August 31, 2014
Noon to 5:00 p.m. at Waterfront Park, 1 A Prince Street
Waterfront Park will be transformed into a festival to commemorate the events that transpired on our shores 200 years ago. Meet the townspeople of 1814, enjoy boat tours of the river courtesy of the Alexandria Seaport Foundation, listen to the USN Sea Chanters, watch the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, and learn more about the War of 1812 through a variety of hands-on activities and information booths.
August 31, 2014
3:00 p.m.
Team Alexandria (City of Alexandria Fire Fighters, IAFF Local 2141) v. Team Britain (British Defence Staff, UK Embassy)
August 31, 2014
4:15 p.m.
September 4, 2014
7:30 - 8:30 p.m. at The George Washington Masonic National Memorial
Join Andrew Lambert, Professor at Kings College at the University of London, for his lecture "When John Bull Came to Town: Alexandria in the War of 1812." Co-sponsored by the Alexandria Historical Society and The Lyceum, Alexandria's History Museum. $10 per person. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
September 14, 2014
3:00 p.m. at Gadsby's Tavern Museum
President James Madison, as portrayed by John Douglas Hall, shares his thoughts about events 200 years ago to the day at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum. Guests are invited to share their opinion on the War and ask questions during this intimate conversation with the President. $15 per person.
October 18, 2014
1:30 p.m. near the Farmer's Market, Route 360 before the Downing Bridge. A reception will follow at the Essex County Museum and Historical Society, 218 Water Lane, Tappahannock, VA
The British Raid on Tappahannock historical marker is the newest historical marker added to the Commission's War of 1812 Heritage Trail.
November 2, 2014
3:00 p.m. at Newmarket Plantation, 17325 New Market Lane, Milford, Virginia 22514
The Caroline Historical Society will have its quarterly meeting on the grounds of Newmarket Plantation to mark the installation of a historical marker there by the Virginia War of 1812 Bicentennial Commission, working with the Virginia Department of Historical Resources, honoring Lt. Col. George Armistead.
November 16, 2014
3:00 p.m. at Gadsby's Tavern Museum
President James Madison, as portrayed by John Douglas Hall, shares his thoughts about events 200 years ago to the day at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum. Guests are invited to share their opinion on the War and ask questions during this intimate conversation with the President. $15 per person.
January 12 & 19, 2013
By: Ronald D. Utt
Saturday, January 12, 2013
at the Barnes and Noble at Tidewater CC
300 Monticello Avenue Level 2, Norfolk, VA 23510
and
Saturday, January 19, 2013
at the Barnes and Noble at William and Mary Campus bookstore
February 3, 2013
ISLE OF WIGHT, Va. – At 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 3, at the Isle of Wight County Museum, local living historian Rob Friar will discuss the War of 1812, its background, causes and repercussions – primarily focusing on the Battle of Craney Island, a victory for the U.S. which saved Norfolk from British invasion.
For more information, contact the Isle of Wight County Museum at (757) 356-1223 or visit www.historicisleofwight.com.
February 22, 2013
at Ash Lawn-Highland
Dr. Gene Allen Smith, professor of history and director of the Center for Texas Studies at Texas Christian University will discuss his most recent book, The Slaves' Gamble: Choosing Sides in the War of 1812 at Ash Lawn-Highland on Friday, February 22. The book explores the history-changing decisions made by African-American combatants in the crucial conflict, and how the opportunity to fight changed the course of slavery in America. Co-sponsored by Dan Preston, editor of the Papers of James Monroe. A book signing immediately follows Dr. Smith's discussion. 4PM at Ash Lawn-Highland. Free and open to the public. Presented in celebration of Black History Month 2013.
March 7, 2013
Virginia Historical Society at 12 noon
Co-sponsored with the MLK Commission and the Virginia Historical Society.
March 16, 2013
Montpelier at 1:30 p.m
March 29, 2013
Hollywood Cemetery at 11:00 a.m
April 7, 2013
Meeting at 2:00 PM in the Old Hanover Courthouse
Speaker: Stuart L. Butler. His topic will be War of 1812 with a focus on Hanover County and King William Militia units and where they served. Stuart was our speaker last March. He authored and published A Guide to Virginia Militia Units in the War of 1812 in 2011 and has just published his latest book Defending the Old Dominion: Virginia and Its Militia in the War of 1812. Visit the Hanover County Historical Society for additional information.
April 27, 2013
Visitors Center opens at 10:00 a.m. and ceremony at 10:30 a.m.
April 28, 2013
Ash Lawn-Highland, James Monroe's Birthplace
To celebrate James Monroe's 254th birthday, Ashlawn-Highland will open an exhibit on Saturday, April 28th, "A Senior Statesman at War: James Monroe and the Second War of Independence, 1812-1815." It commemorates Monroe's roles during the War of 1812. Highlighted in this show will be new acquisitions belonging to the one American statesman who served in more high public offices than any other President!
Visit Ash Lawn-Highland's website for more information
Press Release (pdf)
April 28, 2013
Hollywood Cemetery at 11:00 a.m
May 8, 2013
MacArthur Memorial Library in Norfolk
Stuart Butler is the speaker for the Norfolk Historical Society concerning his newly released book, "Defending the Old Dominion."
May 11, 2013
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, MD
This exhibit explores the impact of the War of 1812 on the people of the Chesapeake.
May 11, 2013
Arnold Grove Cemetery in Loudoun County
Joint VASSAR chapter and SCV ceremony to honor five War of 1812 veterans with grave markers at Arnold Grove Cemetery in Loudoun County. The Commission will attend and participate in the wreath presentation.
June 12-15, 2013
Annapolis Naval Academy
Commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812 and the resulting two-century special relationship between the United States, Cananda and the United Kingdom.
June 19, 2013
6:00 PM–7:30 PM at the Portsmouth Public Library, Churchland Branch, Portsmouth VA
Stuart L. Butler will discuss the effects of Virginia's politics and military on the War of 1812 within the commonwealth and the United States. Defending the Old Dominion examines the role of Virginia's militia in the War of 1812, outlining the militia's lack of preparedness, lack of adequate ordnance and arms, and how that affected its ability to defend the state against the British during the war. The author also will share the fascinating story of nearly 2,000 former slaves who fled to British ships to fight in Virginia with British forces.
Free, call 757-686-2538 for details.
June 21, 2013
Hampton History Museum and St. John's Episcopal Church Cemetery
War of 1812 Society luncheon at Hampton History Museum and unveiling of a plaque at St. John's Episcopal Church Cemetery honoring 14 War of 1812 veterans. A tour of the Museum will be held as a portion of the society's annual conference. The Commission will attend and participate in the wreath presentation.
June 22, 2013
St Paul's Episcopal Church, Norfolk
June 23, 2013
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join us for a family picnic followed by period music, military re-enactors, reading of the Victory Proclamation, Historian John Quarstein will recount the battle, games, and children's activities.
July 9, 2013
July 15 - July 19, 2013
Center for the Constitution at James Madison's Montpelier in Orange, Virginia
This seminar will focus on the War of 1812, James Madison, and related constitutional issues at the home of James and Dolley Madision. Selected educators from Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC will receive important content knowledge and classroom-ready resources on the issues and events surrounding the War of 1812 and its significance to the Chesapeake area, and will spend one day touring relevant Washington, DC sites.
August 24, 2013
Mount Hebron Cemetery in Winchester at 11:00 a.m.
Forty-two Veterans of the War of 1812 rest in the Mount Hebron Cemetery. Each name has been included on a Memorial Plaque in their Honored memory.
September 4, 2013
12 noon
Gene Allen Smith, professor of history and the director of the Center for Texas Studies at Texas Christian University, will deliver a Banner Lecture. This lecture is co-sponsored with the War of 1812 Commission and the MLK Commission.
October 12, 2013
7:00 p.m, Centre Hill Museum, 1 Centre Hill Court, Petersburg, VA 23803
Speaker: Mrs. Nancy Heuser, Member of the Virginia Bicentennial of the War of 1812 Commission
November 22, 2013
3:30 - 5:30 p.m, Swem Library’s Botetourt Theatre, ground floor
Swem Library at the College of William & Mary welcomes W&M alumnus Steve Vogel to campus to discuss his new book, Through the Perilous Fight: Six Weeks That Saved the Nation, which tells the gripping story of the burning of Washington and the improbable last stand at Baltimore that helped save the nation and inspired its National Anthem. Cocktail reception and book signing to follow presentation. Books available for purchase at the event. Free and open to the public. RSVP to swemrsvp@wm.edu. Further information can be found at swem.wm.edu.
January 11, 2012
3:30-4:30pm, Carpenter Theater, Richmond CenterStage
Inspiration for this special performance on January 11, 2011, the opening day of the 2012 Virginia General Assembly, comes from the bicentennial commemoration of the War of 1812, and the celebration of the writing of our national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner. The concert will feature music written in and around 1812, including the 1812 Overature.
This is a free event, tickets are required. To reserve tickets for a group, please contact Aimee Halbruner at ahalbruner@richmondsymphony.com or by phone at 804-788-4717 x143 no later than November 30, 2011. For individual tickets, please contact Katie Freeman at kfreeman@richmondsymphony.com or by phone at 804-788-4717 x148.
March 29, 2012
11:00 a.m., Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond
April 11, 2012
7:00 p.m., Kaufman Theatre, Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 W Olney Road
Please join the Norfolk Historical Society as they welcome Mark Walsh to their Second Wednesday stage. A Canadian by birth, Mark is a War of 1812 re-enactor who portrays an officer in the British Indian Dept. He is also a Mason. His topic will be: "Grand Masters, Cranes, Fleets and Warriors: Virginia, Masons, and the War of 1812".
Free to members of the Norfolk Historical Society or Friends of Historic Houses. $5.00 for all others.
April 28, 2012
11:00 a.m., Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond
June 24, 2012
2:00 p.m., Ashland Library, Virginia
Stuart Bulter, member of the Commission's Advisory Council will be the featured speaker at the Hanover County Historical Society.
June 14, 2010
Operation Sail, often referred to as "OpSail," was the brainchild of late maritime historian Frank Braynard and IBMer Nils Hansell, who shared a vision of fostering global goodwill in an era of global uncertainty by bringing together the world's remaining windships; they envisaged a nautical spectacular that would culminate in a parade of sails in New York Harbor.
March 16, 2011
The dedication of the historical highway marker to honor First Lady Dolley Payne Todd Madison and the Presidential Wreath Laying Ceremony for President James Madison at Montpelier will kick-off Virginia's bicentennial commemoration of the War of 1812. The Commission will attend the event and present a wreath.
January 2012
In January 2012, the Commission will collaborate with the Richmond Symphony to host a symphonic tribute featuring period music at CentreStage in Richmond.
June 1-12, 2012
OpSail Virginia 2012 will be held on June 1-12, 2012, in Hampton Roads, one of only five U.S. ports of call to host the bicentennial event and commemorate the birth of The Star-Spangled Banner. The United Kingdom and Canada, which were involved in the War of 1812; several NATO countries; the U.S. Coast Guard; the U.S. Army; and other nations with tall ships are partners in the commemoration.
August 2012
Plans are under development to memorialize the invasion of the British in Washington, D.C. and the subsequent burning of the White House and other federal buildings, as well as the British occupation of Alexandria in August 2014.
June 2013
In recognition of the British invasion of Hampton Roads, the Commission is planning a water tour that will follow the trail of the Chesapeake Bay military encounters with the British on the Virginia side.
June 2014
Plans for a significant two-day symposium are being developed as a concluding signature event for the Virginia bicentennial commemoration of the War of 1812. The Commission's Legacy Symposium will be hosted by Fort Monroe in June 2014.
June 2015
Deliberations are ongoing concerning the collaboration with the State of Ohio to erect an historical marker at Fort Meigs, a War of 1812 battlefield in Perrysburg, Ohio, to honor Virginia's fallen who are buried at the site by June 2015. Several of the Virginia veterans were members of the Petersburg Volunteers, a company of young men from Dinwiddie, Amelia, and Chesterfield who fought in the Battle of Fort Meigs during the War of 1812 under General William Henry Harrison. Research is also under way, in cooperation with the U. S. National Park Service to highlight the role and contributions of African Americans during the war.
Commemorating and supporting the Bicentennial of the American War of 1812 in Virginia.
Through the use of an interactive map of historical markers throughout the Commonwealth, citizens will be able to visit War of 1812-related sites. The Trail is designed to promote education, tourism, and economic development.
More information
Legislation authorizing a special license plate to commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812 has been passed by the General Assembly and will be available for purchase after July 1, 2011.
Order a War of 1812 license plate
A commemorative brochure to announce the bicentennial in Virginia has been approved by the Commission. The brochure is the premiere of a more detailed and elaborate map of War of 1812-related sites in Virginia that will be designed and distributed throughout the Commonwealth to promote publicity and tourism for the bicentennial.
The Commission is working with the Virginia War Museum Foundation in the production of a documentary, traveling exhibit, and the publication of a book to provide supplemental materials for students and teachers.
We have established a Facebook page and have launched this interactive website. We invite each of you to be our friend on Facebook.
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