HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Henrico County is hosting a slate of events this spring and summer to celebrate America's 250th birthday. The series of events looks to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and U.S. independence in Virginia through its VA250 programming. From a historical demonstration on tea and a water bottle scavenger hunt to a grand two-day Fourth of July celebration, there's something for everyone looking to join in the fun while learning history. Keep scrolling to see details of events happening this spring and summer! 🎆 March 🎆 Historians on Tap: Unruly Women Thursday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. at The Veil Brewing Co. - Forest Hill Local historians Adrienne Robertson Ogle, Kate Egner and Joe Rizzo will highlight the stories of women who challenged norms, defied authority and carved out space for themselves in history. The event is for participants aged 16 or above. For more information, contact [email protected]. Spilling the Tea on Colonial Tea Saturday, March 28, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at the Belmont Rec Center The age-friendly event will explore questions like why the British and their colonies became tea drinkers, how colonial tea service differed from Victorian and more. There will be a demonstration of how tea was prepared and guests can taste some of the teas from the historical era. For more information, visit [email protected]. 🗽 April 🗽 Family Sleuths: Revolutionary Spies Wednesday, April 1, from 2 to 3 p.m. at Deep Run Rec Center Calling young history enthusiasts aged 8 through 12! Participate in the event to solve secret messages, follow clues, try to traverse the property without getting lost or captured and see if you have what it takes to be a spy. For more information, contact [email protected]. Lives, Fortunes Sacred Honor: American Revolution Stories Sunday, April 19, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Belmot Rec Center Attendees aged 10 and above are invited to join this event, where the director of education, Jim Triesler, with the Virginia War Memorial, will share stories of ordinary people who took extraordinary measures to bring about our nation. For more information, contact [email protected]. 🎉 May 🎉 Friend or Foe 5K Saturday, May 2, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Osborne Park and Boat Landing The run will begin at the historic Osborne Park and travel through a Revolutionary War landscape, meeting Lafayette and Benedict Arnold reenactors along the way. There will also be a virtual run option for those who can't make it in person. For more information, visit Friend or Foe 5K. Walkerton Tavern’s Bicentennial Bash Sunday, May 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Walkerton Tavern Guests can celebrate Walkerton Tavern's 200th anniversary with historical interpreters, activities, games and more. For more information, visit Walkerton Tavern's Bicentennial Bash or contact [email protected]. London Pleasants: From Enslaved to Redcoat Saturday, May 23, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Henrico Recreation and Parks Attendees aged 10 and above can learn about London Pleasants, his time as a Black Loyalist, his fate after the American Revolution and his life from enslavement to self-emancipation in Henrico. For more information, contact [email protected]. An Audience with Lord Dunmore Saturday, May 30, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Belmont Rec Center Attendees aged 10 and above can learn how the colony of Virginia became more restless under the British government's policies through the portrayal of the last royal governor, John Murray, Earl of Dunmore. Costumed interpreter Bill Rose will step into the role and discuss Virginia's rising "Liberty Fever." For more information, visit [email protected]. ⭐ July ⭐ A Henrico Fourth: Two-Day Celebration Friday, July 3, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Dorey Park Saturday, July 4, from 5 to 10 p.m. at Crump Park Join Henrico County for a two-day celebration featuring fireworks, laser light show, hot air balloon display and concessions. For more information, visit A Henrico Fourth: Dorey Park and A Henrico Fourth: Crump Park. To see more 8News' coverage of VA250 events, visit America's 250th in Virginia. ...read more read less