The Story of George Washington’s Youth

Christian Church 157 Cold Stream Rd., Capon Bridge, West Virginia

The Fort Edwards Foundation is excited to announce a presentation by local historian Ryan Williams. Learn about George Washington as Surveyor, Lieutenant Colonel, Virginia Gentleman and beyond.The presentation will follow our Annual Meeting, all are welcome to attend.The Capon Bridge Christian Church is hosting this event in their social hall in the basement of the...

Fort Edwards Spring Fling

American Legion Post 137, Capon Bridge, WV 484 Cold Stream Rd., Capon Bridge, West Virginia

Musicians Extraordinaire, Sam and Joe Herrmann with Dakota Karper will perform.Dave Long (storyteller, liar) will also share a yarn.Hampshire Counties very own reenactor Brian Hall will also present.Food will be provided by the "Women in Faith" of the Capon Bridge United Methodist Charge.More details: www.facebook.com/events/312019208496324 and stay tuned for updates.

Colonial Feast 2024

Old Capon Bridge Middle School School Lane, Capon Bridge, West Virginia, United States

The annual Colonial Feast will be held on April 13th starting at 6:00 pm. This event is open to the public and attendees are asked to bring a colonial period dish. The feast is held on the weekend closest to April 18th to commemorate the Battle of the Great Cacapehon (Cacapon) which took place on...

Free

Fort Edwards Bird Walk w/ Dr. George Constanz

Dr. George Constantz, author of "Hollows, Peepers, and Highlanders..." will lead this free hike. We will meet at the Fort Edwards Visitor Center at 7 AM. The hike will last 1 1/2-2 hours. (It will be easy for you to leave early if needed.)Springtime in the morning is one of the most fabulous times for...

Fort Edwards Tree Planting

Come help us plant trees at Fort Edwards.Rain date is the next day, Sunday May 5.(This is from the 2023 event. "Trees are provided by the Carla Hardy CommuniTree project and the Cacapon Institute. It will be a fun day and sunny / pleasant weather is guaranteed!Bring your shovel, gloves, boots and smiles. We'll meet...

Hampshire Family Frontier Day 2024

Fort Edwards 350 Cold Stream Rd, Capon Bridge, WV, United States

Family Frontier Day is the opening event for our season.We are endeavoring to introduce our friends to the lifestyle of Joseph Edwards and the other settlers of mid-eighteenth century Hampshire County. There will be reenactors and crafters who will share with our visitors the skills of the colonial frontier. The event is at our site in...

Free