Upcoming Events & Milestones
We look forward to hosting additional gatherings and sharing notable milestones in the life of our church throughout the year. Check back here for updates.
We joined with the Museum of Culpeper History on July 5, 2026 to dedicate a two-sided historic marker celebrating both the church's 252-year legacy and Culpeper's important role in the story of religious liberty in America.
One side of the marker, titled "My Palace in Culpeper," tells the story of Baptist preacher James Ireland, who, along with 11 other Baptist preachers, was imprisoned in the Culpeper Jail in the 1760s and 1770s for preaching without a government license. The marker also highlights the influence of Baptist pastor John Leland in advancing religious liberty in the founding of the United States. The reverse side shares the history and ministry of Culpeper Baptist Church.
The marker was developed in partnership with the Museum of Culpeper History and local historian Jim Bish, with landscaping completed by Sergio Alvarez and his crew.
The marker stands as a lasting reminder of Culpeper's role in shaping religious liberty and the enduring legacy of our church as we continue to serve Culpeper.
Past Events
It was such a blessing to host the below events as part of celebrating our nation's 250th as well as Culpeper's unique role in history.
Culpeper Baptist Church
Historic Marker Dedication & the Religous Liberty
founding Story of CBC
We were so pleased to unveil a new historic marker on our property the weekend of July 4. Celebrating religious liberty is especially meaningful as we mark our nation's 250th birthday.
Culpeper County High School
Auditorium
On April 22, 2026, our community came together to celebrate Culpeper’s unique place in the story of religious liberty. The program began in the colonial era—reflecting on the 11 Baptist preachers once imprisoned in the Culpeper jail—and traced how those early struggles helped shape our nation’s founding principles. Together, we explored the modern challenges and opportunities of religious liberty before moving to the Library for a reception. There, guests also had the unique opportunity to observe the Muslim Call to Prayer in the Studio.
