Spotlight Exhibition - Sometime in the early 1890s Gari Melchers began a lifelong preoccupation with painting mothers in a wide range of attitudes with their children. The Art Institute of Chicago’s version is surely Melchers’ most beloved and widely recognized example. Although his image speaks of the universal mother figure, having a connection with all mothers, it also makes reference to the Classical notion of the Virgin Mary, solemnly raising her infant in symbolic offering to the world. It is a timeless and unforgettable icon of maternal love. Related paintings and preparatory works drawn from the Gari Melchers Home and Studio collection will accompany this important loan.

Enjoy one of America's favorite classic musicals, performed live on stage in Stafford County! Enjoy the state-of-the-art professional theater while being charmed by the cast as they serve a fabulous dinner to your table.

Join Potomac Point Winery every Friday Night for the Friday Night Buffets! Menu changes weekly, check their website for the upcoming menu!  Reserve your spot in the early bird seating, 5:00pm-6:30pm or the late seating from 7:00pm-8:30pm.

Join Potomac Point Winery every Saturday Night for Dinner, Dancing, & a little Romancing!!  Menu changes weekly...check their website for the latest information!

Schedule:
5:00pm-6:00pm: Appetizers
6:00pm-7:00pm: Buffet Dinner
7:00pm-7:30pm: Dessert
MUSIC from 6:00-9:00pm

Give Mom the day off!  Show her how much you appreciate her this Mother's Day by treating her to a fabulous sparkling wine brunch. 

Curator Joanna Catron will present “Lovelier than all Else: Paintings of Mothers and their Children by Gari Melchers,” an illustrated presentation, on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11 at 2 pm in the Pavilion. Ms. Catron’s talk is included in the price of admission.

Come to beautiful Curtis Park to enjoy family fun activities, followed by a fabulous movie flick.  Bring the whole family, blankets and chairs.  And don't forget the sunscreen and flashlights!

Fredericksburg Festival of the Arts will perform a music concert for children. It will be held at George Washington's Ferry Farm in southern Stafford.

Learn about heirloom gardening from members of the Ferry Farm and Kenmore Garden Guild.  Come see the garden planted with herbs likely used during colonial times.