Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Walter Reed while learning about more than 100 years of preservation at his birthplace. This event connects archaeology with biology and public health, featuring community […]
Homeschool Bug Day at Walter Reed Birthplace
What do archaeologists and bugs have in common? They both dig in the dirt! Learn more about how other sciences relate to archaeology at the birthplace of one of the […]
Walter Reed Birthday Celebration
Did you know that Walter Reed was born on a Saturday, September 13? A mere 175 years later, we will celebrate his life and legacy on Saturday, September 12! We […]
Walter Reed Birthplace Open House
Walter Reed Birthplace will be open to the public for tours on the 2nd Saturday of each month from April through September. Visit to learn more about the life of […]
Fairfield Celebrates 25 Years of Archaeology, Preservation and Education
In 2025 the Fairfield Foundation is celebrating 25 years of hands-on archaeology and educational programs in Gloucester County and throughout eastern Virginia. Some days it’s hard to believe it’s been […]
Walter Reed Birthplace Open House
Walter Reed Birthplace will be open to the public for tours on the 2nd Saturday of each month from April through September. Visit to learn more about the life of […]
Walter Reed Birthplace Open House
Walter Reed Birthplace will be open to the public for tours on the 2nd Saturday of each month from April through September. Visit to learn more about the life of […]
Walter Reed Birthplace Open House
Walter Reed Birthplace will be open to the public for tours on the 2nd Saturday of each month from April through September. Visit to learn more about the life of […]
Walter Reed Birthplace Open House
Walter Reed Birthplace will be open to the public for tours on the 2nd Saturday of each month from April through September. Visit to learn more about the life of […]
Archaeology Birthday Bash at Walter Reed Birthplace
We will celebrate the 173rd birthday of Dr. Walter Reed by hosting a one-day archaeological “summer camp!” We will have a test unit open for kids of all ages to […]


