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A fictional mystery involving Jane Austen, a Waterloo map, and murder...

"A CHANCE TO DANCE!"

An invitation is extended by Mr. Charles Steplively himself to join the activities at the grounds of Battersea on Saturday, April 26. Dancers are invited to come participate in a public program from 3 - 4(ish). This will really just be dancing to calls, as at a regular social event, only out-of-doors. Those who come to assist with the afternoon engagement are welcome to stay for the evening - at no cost: there is an invitation from the VA 7th Regiment to join them at their camp supper following the public program (specific RSVP requested for provision quantity); and then there will be a special evening dance led by Mr. Steplively, out in front of the magical house, from about 6 - 8 p.m. Live music for both segments by members of Syllabub, from North Carolina.

The only three requirements for participation are: 1) At least decent familiarity and experience with English country dance; 2) the wearing of period costume (anything from 1770 -1820 will do); and 3) an RSVP to Mr. Steplively through his liaison at jgershman@basicisp.net. Yes, you can suddenly decide to come and show up day-of, but an RSVP would be so helpful.

Further informational details will be supplied to those who RSVP.

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.

Step into the world of Jane Austen’s beloved characters as the American Shakespeare Center brings Sense and Sensibility to life on stage. With humor, wit, and timeless insights, this adaptation by Emma Whipday with Brian McMahon captures the elegance and complexity of the Dashwood Sisters’ world, where sensibility meets resilience and duty confronts desire. Whether you’re an Austen devotee or new to her work, Sense and Sensibility will charm and resonate with you, offering a captivating journey through love and loyalty.

This 2 day workshop, led by Patricia Wesp will include:
-An examination of a variety of images of bonnets from 1810-25.
-Demonstration of pulling straw and felt on a fixed hat form in two pieces.
-Demonstration of all stitching & construction techniques needed to hand-stitch the bonnet pieces, as well as the variety of ways to decorate your bonnet to taste.
-Time to assemble your bonnet, design your trimmings, and decorate your bonnet.
This workshop is an ADVANCED BEGINNER LEVEL 1. Participants are expected to have hand sewing skills and experience in creating a basic article of 18th or early 19th century clothing. Please read more about our current Workshop Levels here.

Required hat shapers and wire must be purchased from the instructor at the workshop for $55. Participants must supply their own straw form, trimmings and notions which will be specified in a supplies list after registration.

Workshop cost of $259 includes: 2 day workshop
Class size will be limited to 12 Participants
Registration opens on the Burnley and Trowbridge website Wednesday, February 5th at 12:30 pm

Join us for our Spring Picnic at Maymont Park located in Richmond Virginia. The spectacular park offers 100 acres to roam and a myriad of beautiful gardens to enjoy.

This 2 day workshop, led by Patricia Wesp will include:
-An examination of a variety of images of bonnets from 1810-25.
-Demonstration of pulling straw and felt on a fixed hat form in two pieces.
-Demonstration of all stitching & construction techniques needed to hand-stitch the bonnet pieces, as well as the variety of ways to decorate your bonnet to taste.
-Time to assemble your bonnet, design your trimmings, and decorate your bonnet.
This workshop is an ADVANCED BEGINNER LEVEL 1. Participants are expected to have hand sewing skills and experience in creating a basic article of 18th or early 19th century clothing. Please read more about our current Workshop Levels here.

Required hat shapers and wire must be purchased from the instructor at the workshop for $55. Participants must supply their own straw form, trimmings and notions which will be specified in a supplies list after registration.

Workshop cost of $259 includes: 2 day workshop
Class size will be limited to 12 Participants
Registration opens on the Burnley and Trowbridge website Wednesday, February 5th at 12:30 pm

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

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

We‘re looking for volunteers to assist in teaching Regency dancing at a Bridgerton-themed event at Hanover Tavern.

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!

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!