For First Friday, March 7, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., the Lynchburg Museum on Court Street will be open for a special speakeasy event. Join us for... -Live music by the Lew Taylor jazz trio-Charleston dancing (and lessons)-Food and beverages, including period mocktails-1920's costume contest-Photo booth...and a few surprises! Attendees are encouraged to dress in their […]
The Lynchburg Museum invites children ages 6-11 to spend a Saturday afternoon with us as we explore the “Roaring Lynchburg: Social Life in 1925” exhibit. We’ll take a look at what citizens of the city did for fun 100 years ago in 1925! There will be sweet snacks made popular in the 1920s, scrapbook making, […]
On Friday, February 7 the Lynchburg Museum will be open for First Fridays from 5pm to 7pm, showcasing the “Roaring Lynchburg: Social Life in 1925” exhibit. A short lecture about the history of theatres in Lynchburg and their impact on the entertainment and social aspect of 1920s Lynchburg will be presented.
This First Friday event will focus on Prohibition Era mocktails. Join us for mocktails and take home your very own Prohibition recipe card! Step back in time to view life in the Hill City 100 years ago. In 1925, Lynchburg had a bustling population of around 30,000 and an economy built on tobacco, railroads, and […]
Guest speaker Julia Bradner
