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The true tale of an 18-month ordeal of British and American castaways in the Falklands during the War of 1812.

Join us for our monthly Sewing Circle. This on-line event will be held the last Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Don‘t sew? No problem! Join and do whatever craft your little heart desires. Don‘t craft? No problem! Join us to share your love of Regency and get inspired.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

Seeking Regency attired volunteers to assist in providing atmosphere for the historic Isle of Wight Courthouse‘s "Courthouse Days" performance!

This 2 ½ day workshop, led by Samantha Bullat, will include:
-An examination of images of spencers/pelisses during this period that chart the evolution of styles.
-Demonstration of drafting sleeve patterns based on period methods.
-Demonstration of all stitching & construction techniques needed to hand stitch and finish the garment.
-Demonstration of making common trim styles.
-Participants working with a partner to fit their garment.

Due to time restraints, participants are required to bring with them previously cut and fit 1800-25 bodice lining shapes in muslin. These shapes will be used to cut the lining for the gown incorporating any adjustments to achieve the desired silhouette. The spencer/pelisse will then be built upon this lining. Suggestions for patterns with which to start will be included in the expectations & supplies list.

A 19th century shift/chemise, under-petticoat, a well-fitted 1800-25 corset, and an 1800-25 gown (if spencer/pelisse will be worn over a gown) are required for this class in order to properly fit your spencer/pelisse.

By the end of the workshop, participants will have their spencer/pelisse well under construction, and will have the knowledge to complete it on their own. Please be prepared for “homework” on both Friday and Saturday nights!

This workshop is an ADVANCED LEVEL 3. Participants are expected to have solid hand sewing skills and experience in creating other early 19th century dresses using a pattern or from a previous workshop. As such, all those interested in this workshop must fill out a pre-approval form and be accepted to join the class.

Workshop cost of $ 325* includes: 2 1/2 day workshop and muslin for fittings.

Class size will be limited to 12 Participants

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

This 2 ½ day workshop, led by Samantha Bullat, will include:
-An examination of images of spencers/pelisses during this period that chart the evolution of styles.
-Demonstration of drafting sleeve patterns based on period methods.
-Demonstration of all stitching & construction techniques needed to hand stitch and finish the garment.
-Demonstration of making common trim styles.
-Participants working with a partner to fit their garment.

Due to time restraints, participants are required to bring with them previously cut and fit 1800-25 bodice lining shapes in muslin. These shapes will be used to cut the lining for the gown incorporating any adjustments to achieve the desired silhouette. The spencer/pelisse will then be built upon this lining. Suggestions for patterns with which to start will be included in the expectations & supplies list.

A 19th century shift/chemise, under-petticoat, a well-fitted 1800-25 corset, and an 1800-25 gown (if spencer/pelisse will be worn over a gown) are required for this class in order to properly fit your spencer/pelisse.

By the end of the workshop, participants will have their spencer/pelisse well under construction, and will have the knowledge to complete it on their own. Please be prepared for “homework” on both Friday and Saturday nights!

This workshop is an ADVANCED LEVEL 3. Participants are expected to have solid hand sewing skills and experience in creating other early 19th century dresses using a pattern or from a previous workshop. As such, all those interested in this workshop must fill out a pre-approval form and be accepted to join the class.

Workshop cost of $ 325* includes: 2 1/2 day workshop and muslin for fittings.

Class size will be limited to 12 Participants

This 2 ½ day workshop, led by Samantha Bullat, will include:
-An examination of images of spencers/pelisses during this period that chart the evolution of styles.
-Demonstration of drafting sleeve patterns based on period methods.
-Demonstration of all stitching & construction techniques needed to hand stitch and finish the garment.
-Demonstration of making common trim styles.
-Participants working with a partner to fit their garment.

Due to time restraints, participants are required to bring with them previously cut and fit 1800-25 bodice lining shapes in muslin. These shapes will be used to cut the lining for the gown incorporating any adjustments to achieve the desired silhouette. The spencer/pelisse will then be built upon this lining. Suggestions for patterns with which to start will be included in the expectations & supplies list.

A 19th century shift/chemise, under-petticoat, a well-fitted 1800-25 corset, and an 1800-25 gown (if spencer/pelisse will be worn over a gown) are required for this class in order to properly fit your spencer/pelisse.

By the end of the workshop, participants will have their spencer/pelisse well under construction, and will have the knowledge to complete it on their own. Please be prepared for “homework” on both Friday and Saturday nights!

This workshop is an ADVANCED LEVEL 3. Participants are expected to have solid hand sewing skills and experience in creating other early 19th century dresses using a pattern or from a previous workshop. As such, all those interested in this workshop must fill out a pre-approval form and be accepted to join the class.

Workshop cost of $ 325* includes: 2 1/2 day workshop and muslin for fittings.

Class size will be limited to 12 Participants

A fictionalized version of the Battle of Waterloo through the eyes of the men who fought there.

Author Candice Hern will delight us with her knowledge of publications that would have kept the most fashionable Regency person abreast of social and political news, fashion, literature, and theatre.

Join us for our monthly Sewing Circle. This on-line event will be held the last Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Don‘t sew? No problem! Join and do whatever craft your little heart desires. Don‘t craft? No problem! Join us to share your love of Regency and get inspired.

The Jane Austen Festival is back! Shops, lectures, workshops, a ball, and more await at the Heritage Village Museum near Cincinnati in the summer of 2025. Registration is now open for admission.

The Jane Austen Festival is back! Shops, lectures, workshops, a ball, and more await at the Heritage Village Museum near Cincinnati in the summer of 2025. Registration is now open for admission.

The Jane Austen Festival is back! Shops, lectures, workshops, a ball, and more await at the Heritage Village Museum near Cincinnati in the summer of 2025. Registration is now open for admission.

A fictionalized version of the Battle of Waterloo through the eyes of the men who fought there.

Experience the military and civilian side of the Napoleonic Wars during this weekend in the historic Old Bedford Village.

Experience the military and civilian side of the Napoleonic Wars during this weekend in the historic Old Bedford Village.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

Learn more about the 1793 rape case that challenged the societal norms of the early United States.

Join us for our monthly Sewing Circle. This on-line event will be held the last Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Don‘t sew? No problem! Join and do whatever craft your little heart desires. Don‘t craft? No problem! Join us to share your love of Regency and get inspired.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

Learn more about the 1793 rape case that challenged the societal norms of the early United States.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

Save the date! Info coming soon!

Join us for our monthly Sewing Circle. This on-line event will be held the last Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Don‘t sew? No problem! Join and do whatever craft your little heart desires. Don‘t craft? No problem! Join us to share your love of Regency and get inspired.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

When Mary Yellan moves in with her aunt and uncle at Jamaica Inn after the death of her mother, she soon discovers the why the place has earned its sinister reputation.

Help us educate the public on life in the early 19th century at this historic Virginia Beach home.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

When Mary Yellan moves in with her aunt and uncle at Jamaica Inn after the death of her mother, she soon discovers the why the place has earned its sinister reputation.

Join us for our monthly Sewing Circle. This on-line event will be held the last Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Don‘t sew? No problem! Join and do whatever craft your little heart desires. Don‘t craft? No problem! Join us to share your love of Regency and get inspired.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

This year‘s Ladies Retreat will be held at the New Kent County Ordinary on October 9-12, 2025. The site includes three period homes, a barn complete with friendly horses, and plenty of land in which to stroll.
The event includes: three-night accommodation, all meals and snacks, and bedding.

This year‘s Ladies Retreat will be held at the New Kent County Ordinary on October 9-12, 2025. The site includes three period homes, a barn complete with friendly horses, and plenty of land in which to stroll.
The event includes: three-night accommodation, all meals and snacks, and bedding.

Members of the RSV have been invited to attend the Eastern Shore History Festival to represent the Regency Period of the first Eastern Shore History Festival. The event is to be held at Ker Place, in Onancock, Virginia, Saturday, October 11, 2025, 10 am to 5 pm.

This year‘s Ladies Retreat will be held at the New Kent County Ordinary on October 9-12, 2025. The site includes three period homes, a barn complete with friendly horses, and plenty of land in which to stroll.
The event includes: three-night accommodation, all meals and snacks, and bedding.

This year‘s Ladies Retreat will be held at the New Kent County Ordinary on October 9-12, 2025. The site includes three period homes, a barn complete with friendly horses, and plenty of land in which to stroll.
The event includes: three-night accommodation, all meals and snacks, and bedding.

A compelling account of the disparate individuals and communities which came together to turn back the British at New Orleans at the end (indeed...after the end!) of the War of 1812.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

Emma Woodhouse is clever, educated, and energetic… and about to go mad with idleness. In a time when respectable ladies are expected to sit quietly at home, Emma desperately longs for projects—and prides herself on matchmaking, much to the chagrin of her friend Mr. Knightley. But where Emma’s considerable energies focus, screwball comedy follows! A fresh and funny new take on a treasured classic. Directed by Tom Quaintance. October 22 - November 9, 2025.

A compelling account of the disparate individuals and communities which came together to turn back the British at New Orleans at the end (indeed...after the end!) of the War of 1812.

Join us for our monthly Sewing Circle. This on-line event will be held the last Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Don‘t sew? No problem! Join and do whatever craft your little heart desires. Don‘t craft? No problem! Join us to share your love of Regency and get inspired.

Join us for a candlelit dinner at the beautiful Gadsby‘s Tavern in downtown Alexandria, Virginia, serving travelers since 1770.

More information coming soon!

Begun in 1804 Riversdale House Museum showcases life in the early 19th century. Owned by Henri Steir the home was turned over to the care of George and Rosalie Calvert. All long with their descendants, and their enslaved and free workforce, the house is the epitome of Regency elegance.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

A fictionalized account of the life of Mary Anning,English fossil hunter and early paleontologist.

Join us for our monthly Sewing Circle. This on-line event will be held the last Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Don‘t sew? No problem! Join and do whatever craft your little heart desires. Don‘t craft? No problem! Join us to share your love of Regency and get inspired.

Join us for a beginner-friendly English Country Dance class!

Join us as we celebrate our most beloved authoress’ special day in style. Participants are invited to send birthday packages to a fellow Regency lover in celebration of the season and friendship.

A fictionalized account of the life of Mary Anning,English fossil hunter and early paleontologist.

Join us for our Annual Meeting to find out where we were, we we are and we we are going!

Save the date to join us for our Romp in the Swamp! Here‘s your chance to wear your Regency Outerwear! Meeting site information to follow. Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge contains some of the most important wildlife habitat in the mid-Atlantic region. At near 113,000 acres, the refuge is the largest intact remnant of a vast swamp that once covered more than one million acres.

Save the date to join us as the ever talented Heather Huffton teaches us how to make a fancy reticule. Registration information will be posted in the fall of 2025.