Events and times for the activities comprising the Fairfax Resolves three day event are listed below. Note that some events require registration and are not open to the general public. Direct any questions to information@fairfaxresolvessar.org.
Thursday, July 18th, 2024
“Author of the Fairfax Resolves”
9:30 AM – Gunston Hall
George Mason Plaque Dedication Ceremony
Gunston Hall, Lorton, VA
Father of the Bill of Rights
Know Before You Go Event Guide: KBYG1-Gunston-July18-0930AM
“Chairman of the Fairfax Resolves”
11:30 AM – Mount Vernon
Wreath Laying Ceremony and Program at the Tomb of George Washington
George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Know Before You Go Event Guide: KBYG2-Mt_Vernon-July18-1130AM
“Dining With the Washingtons”
12:30 PM – Mount Vernon Inn ($30)
Luncheon hosted in the George Washington Room
George Washington’s Mount Vernon
“Home Church of Washington and Mason”
3:00 PM – Pohick Church
250th Commemoration of the Fairfax Resolves, Program and Plaque Unveiling Ceremony for the Signers with remarks by Rev. Lee Massey
Historic Pohick Episcopal Church, Lorton, VA
Built in 1774 – Year the Resolves were Signed
Know Before You Go Event Guide: KBYG3-Pohick-July18-3PM
“Signing of the Fairfax Resolves”
6:00 PM – Market Square, Old Town Alexandria
Alexandria 250 Commemoration of the Fairfax Resolves, Virginia 250 Road to Revolution Plaque Unveiling for the Fairfax Resolves, Keynote by Virginia 250 Chair Carly Fiorina, Mayoral Proclamation, George Washington and George Mason interpreters, Fife & Drum presentation
Market Square, Old Town Alexandria
Where the Fairfax Resolves were Signed
“President General’s Reception”
7:30 PM – Duvall House, Alexandria ($50)
SAR President General’s Reception with Appetizers, Cocktails and a Madeira Toast, at the Historic Duvall House
305 Cameron St., Alexandria
Where Washington was celebrated in 1783 upon his return from the Revolutionary War
Friday, July 19th, 2024
9:30 AM – Choice of Walking Tours ($25)
“Footsteps of the Signers”
Walking Tour of Revolutionary Alexandria in the Footsteps of the Signers
Alexandria History Tours with Tim Rose
OR
“Seaport of the Signers”
Tour of the Tall Ship Providence
1A Prince St., Alexandria Waterfront
John Paul Jones and the Continental Navy
“Portside with the Signers”
12:00 PM – The Fish Market (website) ($40)
Luncheon at the Fish Market
105 King St., Old Town Alexandria
Heart of Alexandria’s Waterfront District
“Memorial to the Signers”
3:00 PM – Christ Church
Program and Plaque Unveiling for the Signers
Historic Christ Church
118 N. Washington St, Alexandria
Built in 1773
Know Before You Go Event Guide: KBYG4-Christ_Church-July19-3PM
“Dinner with the Signers”
6:00 PM – Gadsby’s Tavern – Fine Dining since 1770 (website) ($95)
Descendants 250th Reunion Dinner
Hosted by George and Martha Washington
Descendants 250th Reunion Dinner
In the ballroom where Washington’s birthday ball and Jefferson’s inaugural banquet were held
138 N. Royal St., Old Town Alexandria
Guest Speaker Dan Shippey
Saturday, July 20th, 2024
10:00 AM – George Washington Plaque Dedication Ceremony
Know Before You Go Event Guide: KBYG5-GW_Townhouse-July20-10AM
“A Toast to the Signers”
12:00 PM – Settle Down Easy Brewing Co. (website) ($25)
Luncheon Buffet and Cash Bar, enjoy a special Fairfax Resolves 250 craft brew
Settle Down Easy Brewing Co.
2822 Fallfax Dr, Falls Church, VA
Enjoy a Fairfax Resolves 250th Special Craft Brew