

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hugh Mercer Tricentennial Celebration Open House
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the 300th birthday of Brigadier General and physician Hugh Mercer! Born in Scotland in 1726, Mercer bravely fought at the Battle of Culloden during the Jacobite uprising before journeying to North America. After the French and Indian War, Hugh Mercer settled in Fredericksburg where he set up practice as a physician. His legacy continued through the American Revolution, where he made the ultimate sacrifice at the Battle of Princeton in January 1777.

Join us for a lively open house at the Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop in downtown Fredericksburg, VA. Meet and talk to Hugh Mercer (portrayed by Trip Wiggins) and learn about 18th-century medicine and treatments from Dr. Mercer’s assistants. Experience the spirit of the era with live bagpipe and fiddle performances then enjoy delicious birthday cake and apple cider. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to honor a true revolutionary hero! FREE EVENT
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fredericksburg/hugh-mercer-tricentennial-celebration-open-house/200029336638558
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 30

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029336638558?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=fredericksburg-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Fredericksburg
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1020 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA
- **lat**: 38.30449
- **long**: -77.46033
- **full address**: 1020 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop (https://allevents.in/org/hugh-mercer-apothecary-shop/26269469)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 1020 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Hugh Mercer Tricentennial Celebration Open House ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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