Mount Airy

03/25/2026

Warsaw, Va. Open For Stud "Bruiser"

03/12/2026

“On Thursday last was married Francis Lightfoot Lee, Esq; to Miss Rebecca Tayloe, daughter of the Honourable John Tayloe, Esq; a Lady whose many amiable accomplishments, and inestimable virtues, render her a very worthy object of affection, and present the most pleasing prospect of permanent happiness in the marriage state.”

In 1769, Francis Lightfoot Lee married Rebecca Tayloe from Mount Airy. That same year, the building of the Menokin house would begin as part of Rebecca’s wedding dowry from her father, John Tayloe II.
Francis and Rebecca lived at Menokin until their passing in 1797.

Image: Francis & Rebecca’s marriage announcement in the Virginia Gazette (March 16, 1769)


Town of Warsaw, VA Virginia is for Lovers Northern Neck National Heritage Area

02/27/2026

On this day, February 27, 1766, Francis Lightfoot Lee signed the Westmoreland Resolves (aka, the Leedstown Resolutions) that was drafted by his brother, Richard Henry Lee.
The Resolves stated Westmoreland County residents’ opposition to the Stamp Act that taxed American colonists on all printed materials. This document was a precursor of what was to come in the colonies’ growing resentment towards Great Britain. The Westmoreland Association—which included the signers of the Resolves— was one of the first groups who officially organized to resist policies levied by Great Britain. More organizations and declarations followed.


Town of Warsaw, VA Virginia is for Lovers Northern Neck National Heritage Area

02/21/2026

Richard Henry Lee's grave ledger, Burnt House Field Cemetery, Westmoreland County, Virginia.

Richard Henry Lee (1732-1794) of Chantilly in Westmoreland County, Virginia is the author of the 1766 Leedstown Resolutions.

Event Notice:
20th annual Commemoration of the 1766 Leedstowns Resolutions,
by Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society

Saturday, February 28, 2026
Starting at 11 a.m.
Ingleside Vineyards
5872 Leedstown Road
Oak Grove, Virginia 22443

Open to the Public. Admission Free.
Reservations Required. RESERVATIONS DUE BY FEBRUARY 23, 2026.

Immediately following the Commemoration, we invite you to join us for a catered luncheon. Lunch reservations required, $20 per person.

To request a reservation form, email [email protected] or visit https://nnvhs.wordpress.com/events/

02/06/2026

A new series of revolutionary lectures begins this month! These are free programs to attend throughout the Northern Neck to learn of histories and events surrounding the American Revolution.
The first lecture, "The Declaration at the Birth of Our Nation", is on February 15, at 2PM. You can learn more about the program here: https://www.nnk250.us/events


Town of Warsaw, VA Virginia is for Lovers Northern Neck National Heritage Area

01/31/2026

Cans on creek.

01/07/2026

It’s the start of a new year and now officially the 250th year of the signing of the Declaration of Independence! Menokin is home to Francis Lightfoot Lee, who was one of 56 signers of the Declaration.
Signing the Declaration of Independence was an act of resistance where American colonists declared their independence from the British monarchy. This was a significant moment in American history from where a new nation was founded, but the Declaration initially did not include everyone in this promise for freedom. America’s history is varied, but throughout it, we’ve seen people and movements push through barriers and seek to create a more perfect union. That continues into today.
At Menokin, we’ll be highlighting Northern Neck stories of self-emancipation and revolutionary acts of protest— from Francis Lightfoot Lee’s contributions to moments of resistance by the NNK’s black and enslaved community— from the American Revolution and beyond.

Follow us for future programs and events happening at Menokin this year! We hope everyone’s excited for the 250th and are making plans to explore the many historic sites, cultural centers, and museums in the nation!


Town of Warsaw, VA Virginia is for Lovers Northern Neck National Heritage Area

12/31/2025

250!

Beginning tonight through January 5, a narrative projection will illuminate the Washington Monument every hour on the hour from 7:00pm - 11:30pm. It is the opening of a year-long series of national events celebrating 250 years of American independence. Learn more at https://freedom250.org/events-calendar/washington-monument-lighting-new-years-eve-show

Photo by National Park Service.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from everyone at Mt. Airy. Have a blessed holiday week and a Happy New Year too! 🎄🦆🍾🥂

12/05/2025

This is unacceptable and goes against everything this organization claims to stand up for. Selling your soul for data center cash. Friends of the Rappahannock do better.

You may have heard the big news, and we’re thrilled to share it again! 🎉

Friends of the Rappahannock has received the largest corporate investment in our 40-year history: an extraordinary commitment from STACK Infrastructure and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to fuel our work protecting and restoring the Rappahannock River.

This gift reflects a powerful belief in FOR’s leadership, our mission, and the impact we deliver across the watershed. It also positions us to do even more for clean water, healthy ecosystems, and resilient communities.

In keeping with our Corporate Gift Acceptance Policy (available on our website), our Board and leadership completed a thorough review and formalized an agreement that ensures this investment supports our work without influencing our advocacy, policy, or program decisions. The funds are fully unrestricted, meaning they go directly to where the River needs them most, at our sole discretion. The $1 million commitment will be distributed over three years: $500,000 in 2025, $250,000 in 2026, and $250,000 in 2027, including $250,000 dedicated to our capital campaign and $750,000 towards our programs and pillars.

As the region continues to grow, we know that development must honor and protect our river, streams, wetlands, forests, wildlife habitat, historic and cultural resources, and the communities that call this watershed home. This investment strengthens our ability to make sure that happens.

This moment marks a new chapter for FOR, and we’re excited for what we’ll achieve together.

If you have questions about this gift, please reach out to [email protected]

11/22/2025