Fairfield Archaeology Park will be open for site tours on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month, from March through October. Visit the site to learn about the families that lived and worked here, the 20+ years of archaeology that has occurred at the site, and walk the nature trail.
Many of you have joined us in the past 4 years for a friends and family potluck and bonfire at Fairfield. We think it's been a fun event in the past and we are excited to extend an invitation this year to the 5th Annual Fairfield Friends and Family Fall Bonfire, Saturday November 19, beginning […]
Join us for the annual Solstice Walk at Fairfield Archaeology Park! We'll enjoy some cool weather hiking as we traverse portions of the Fairfield property. Meet at the Fairfield manor house ruins at 10 AM.
Kick off our 2026 Homeschool Days with a hands-on archaeology dig day at Fairfield Archaeology Park! As we approach the 250th anniversary of American Independence, this year's homeschool programs will explore Gloucester and Virginia's role in the early formation of our nation. Students will step into the shoes of archaeologists, learning about artifacts uncovered at […]
Campers will get their hands dirty digging with professional archaeologists, finding artifacts, solving mysteries, playing games, and learning about Gloucester’s amazing history! This year the camps for 9-12 year old […]
Returning in 2026 is our one week camp for teens ages 13-15, with more advanced archaeological curriculum. This year the camp for 13-15 year old teens will run from 9 […]
Join us for the 2026 Antioch Homecoming, a two-day event honoring Gloucester County’s African American heritage on June 26-27 Join us on June 26 for a day of community, learning, […]
Join us for the 2026 Antioch Homecoming, a two-day event honoring Gloucester County’s African American heritage on June 26-27 On June 27, we’ll start with a session dedicated to collecting […]
Our largest VA250 event of the year brings archaeology and community celebration together. Visitors can join excavations, watch blacksmithing and brickmaking demonstrations, enjoy music, and explore what nearly 26 years […]
Campers will get their hands dirty digging with professional archaeologists, finding artifacts, solving mysteries, playing games, and learning about Gloucester’s amazing history! This year the camps for 6-8 year old […]
Campers will get their hands dirty digging with professional archaeologists, finding artifacts, solving mysteries, playing games, and learning about Gloucester’s amazing history! This year the camps for 9-12 year old […]
Campers will get their hands dirty digging with professional archaeologists, finding artifacts, solving mysteries, playing games, and learning about Gloucester’s amazing history! This year the camps for 9-12 year old […]
Grounds are always open to the public to view the building exterior and signage. The CAPE is open for tours on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and at other times by appointment. Lab nights at the CAPE are on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 6-9pm.
Address: 6783 Main Street Gloucester, VA 23061
