Join us as we welcome the Lady Maryland to Onancock! Our Eastern Shore Kayak Flotilla will lead the ship down the creek to the Wharf. Check back as we update the times as we get closer.

The Roseland Theater Presents: The Patriot

Join us for a special tour and live blacksmithing demonstration at the Samuel D. Outlaw Blacksmith Shop Memorial Museum. Step inside this nationally recognized historic site and experience the legacy of Samuel D. Outlaw—master craftsman, community leader, and one of the Eastern Shore’s earliest African-American business owners. Guests will explore the preserved workshop, learn about Mr. Outlaw’s remarkable impact on local industry and Black economic empowerment, and watch the forge come alive just as it did nearly a century ago. This is a rare opportunity to witness history in action and celebrate a story of skill, resilience, and community pride.

Art Challenge and Show on the Lawn at Shore History

Shore History invited all ESVA school students Grades 6 – 12 to create artwork to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. Inspired by the question: “What Does Americas 250th Mean to Me?” 

The entries were judged and scholarship prizes and ribbons were awarded at a reception in May. Their works are entered into this Art Show so they can have the opportunity to show and sell their work and receive further awards. Local artists also joined the celebration during a June Paint Out, inspired by the same question. Their artwork will be displayed alongside the student entries as part of the show.

Visit & Vote on June 13  11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Stop by to Shore History on the Lawn to Vote for Best in Show and Favorite Artist. Purchase artwork to support local artists and celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.

Ker Place will be open 11:00am-3:00pm with a docent leading tours of the museum.

Hopkins Bros. Store, at 2 Market St. is listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places. It is open on weekends as always when Mallards is open. It contains a display of the maritime history of Onancock. .

Enjoy local band at the HOS Pavilion! Food & drink trucks will be available (please no coolers). Enjoy the music and stay for the fireworks after!

Enjoy a captivating performance by soprano Anna Sterrett.

Join us for a special tour and live blacksmithing demonstration at the Samuel D. Outlaw Blacksmith Shop Memorial Museum. Step inside this nationally recognized historic site and experience the legacy of Samuel D. Outlaw—master craftsman, community leader, and one of the Eastern Shore’s earliest African-American business owners. Guests will explore the preserved workshop, learn about Mr. Outlaw’s remarkable impact on local industry and Black economic empowerment, and watch the forge come alive just as it did nearly a century ago. This is a rare opportunity to witness history in action and celebrate a story of skill, resilience, and community pride.