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SUMMARY:VA250 Mobile Museum Experience
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission is bringing the spirit of the American Revolution to Poplar Forest! A hands-on\, interactive\, and immersive “museum on wheels\,” the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience titled Out of Many\, One is housed in a quad-expandable tractor trailer that is traveling throughout Virginia and beyond. Guests visiting this unique traveling museum will embark on a journey through pivotal moments of our fight for freedom while learning about the Revolution’s key figures as well as the often-overlooked stories of the Indigenous Virginians\, free and enslaved African Americans\, and others whose efforts secured American independence. \nOut of Many\, One will be open to the public free of charge (admission rates are applicable to experience the historic house and surrounding grounds and to attend 1776 the Musical). Out of Many\, One will be open to the public from 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. June 26-June 28\, 2025. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation and learn about Virginia’s vital role.
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/va250-mobile-museum-experience/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Beginning on June 24\, the Bower Center for the Arts will host the 4th Biennial Fiber Arts National Juried Exhibit. \nA reception and awards presentation will be held on Friday\, July 18th beginning at 5:00pm.   The public is invited to attend this free reception. It is open to the public.  As always\, admission to the galleries are free!
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Portside
DESCRIPTION:Come to Portside Grill & Bar right on Smith Mountain Lake\, for great food and live music! Click here to see who is playing! 
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/live-music-at-portside-5-2/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Portside Grill and Bar\, 3619 Airport Rd.\, Moneta\, VA\, 24121\, United States
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SUMMARY:Forest Friday Cheers
DESCRIPTION: \nCome enjoy Forest Friday Cheers at Apocalypse Ale Works!\nKick back\, relax\, and enjoy a FREE family-friendly evening of live music\, food\, and fun every Friday! \n **Time:** 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n **Location:** Apocalypse Ale Works\nExpect:\n– **Live Music:** Click here to see who is playing each week!\n– **Bounce Zones:** Fun for the little ones with bouncy castles and kid-friendly activities.\n– **Beer & Refreshments:** Grab a cold one from Apocalypse Ale Works and enjoy their fantastic selection of local brews.\n– **Food by Bunker 42: Delicious eats to fuel your evening of fun and music.\n**All Ages Welcome** – Bring the whole family out for a night of great music\, tasty food\, and unforgettable memories.\n Let’s make this Friday a night to remember! See you at Apocalypse Ale Works! 
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/forest-friday-cheers-2/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical
DESCRIPTION:Revel in the revolutionary spirit of America’s Founding Fathers at Poplar Forest’s presentation of 1776—the Tony Award-winning comedy by Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone based on the events leading up to the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence. View these events through the eyes of Ben (Franklin)\, Richard Henry (Lee)\, John (Adams) and Tom (Jefferson). Celebrate their contributions to our country’s history. \nBring a chair or blanket\, a picnic dinner (no outside alcoholic beverages allowed. Wine\, beer and cider will be available for sale on site)\, and friends and family for an evening of theatre under the stars. Rain date is June 28 \n$20.00/Adults (18+)\, $15/College and Youth (6-17)\, $5/under 6.  \nClick here for tickets. 
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/1776-the-musical-3/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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