Festival of History
May 26 - June 5
Step back in time and celebrate the diverse cultural heritage of the Commonwealth.
This Month in C ’ville History
1921: The Charlottesville Public Library opened with 5,000 books and the help of Paul Goodloe McIntire.
1929: The first moving picture was shown in Charlottesville
1942: According to Sheriff J. Mason Smith, for the first time in 4 decades, there were no prisoners in the Albemarle County Jail.
1991: The first performance by the Dave Matthews Band took place at a private party on the rooftop of the South Street Warehouse
Celebrate 250 Welcomes You!
Charlottesville has a big birthday this year--- the 250th anniversary of our founding back in 1762.
Join with the entire community in this special year of birthday hoopla and historical remembrance.
Celebrate250 honors the rich tapestry of generations that built Charlottesville,
involving our diverse community of interests, cultures and backgrounds in building our new story.
Plan to attend the inaugural Festival of History, along with the November Gala and
over 50 partnering events and special monthly happenings like First Fridays.
Stay connected to this site for the latest calendar updates and web features —
including interesting photos, cool facts and your opportunity to contribute stories.