Chronicling Louisa: Exploring History through The Central Virginian
March 28, 2025
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join the Sargeant Museum for the opening of a new exhibit featuring the archives of The Central Virginian, a staple of local journalism that has chronicled life in Louisa for over a century. This series features the perspective of past editors, staff, and employees at the paper highlighting how the newspaper shaped public discourse, and reflected the adapting social and technological advancements of the county over time. Through the exploration of periods in its life, participants will learn the newspaper's history but also the broader role of local media in preserving community identity and promoting civic engagement. Journey with us through time, as we reflect on the stories behind the stories that have defined our community.
The Modern CV- Explore modern history of the CV from the 1970s through today with veteran staff, Steve Weddle and Deana Meredith
Spring Has Sprung- Hearth Cooking Workshop
March 29, 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Have you ever cooked a meal over a fire at an open hearth? Come experience the enjoyment of hearth-cooking and taste the delicious fruits of your labor! Receive basic instruction in preparation and cooking in our 18th-century Michie House hearth. Participants gather at the end to enjoy a group meal!
These monthly cooking lessons with the Louisa Hearth Cooking Guild provide hands-on experience with traditional cooking methods, tools, and recipes. These cooking lessons with the Louisa Hearth Guild are for ages 18 and older.
Revenues from tickets benefit the operations of the Louisa County Historical Society.
Registration fee is $45 per person (18 years or older).
Seasonal Saturday
April 12, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Egg-celent Natural Dyes- Heritage Skills Workshop
April 12, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Looking to spice up your egg dyeing this Easter? Join the Louisa History Guild for a class on Colonial egg dyeing. Participants will learn how to dye eggs using organic, natural dyes such as onion skins, grape juice, red cabbage, beets, spices, flowers and candle-wax.
Adult ticket (18+): $20
Student ticket (17 and under): $10
Seasonal Saturday- Research Day
June 14, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Are you searching for that missing piece in your family history? Or perhaps you're curious to dive into our archives? This event is just for you to help uncover your Louisa roots! We can't wait to see you there!
*This event is free and open to the public!