"If you don’t know HISTORY, then you don’t know anything.
You are a leaf that doesn’t know it is part of a tree."
Michael Crichton
The Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum is commited to preserving and promoting our historic heritage, and engaging visitors
in meaningful and transformative experiences.
We welcome visitors and residents to view our new and updated exhibits depicting the history of our wonderful town. There is no admission fee though donations are welcome.
Our Collections
Explore Colonial Beach Historical Society's Museum at Colonial Beach's vast collection of artifacts, exhitbits and stories of the inventors (Graham Bell family), fishermen (Oyster Wars), writers (Sloan Wilson author of The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit, it’s gamblers’ history (“Las Vegas on the Potomac”) and statesmen (Presidents Washington & Monroe and Robert E. Lee family).
Join us in showcasing the diversity and richness of our historic history and culture in Northern Neck along the Potomac River.
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The Colonial Beach Historical Society and Museum's Women's History Month Speaker, Colonial Beach Mayor Robin Schick.
Mayor Schick is the 1st female mayor in Colonial Beach and her lecture included highlighting powerful women in Colonial Beach and their contributions to our community. She also spoke about her 8 1/2 steps for success and
what makes you passionate.
Are You Interested in the History of Colonial Beach?
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