City's 150th Anniversary

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150th Time Capsule Contest

Thank you for your submissions! The contest winners have been selected.

150th Birthday Party - April 1, 2023

Come out to Dean Park for a full day of fun with children's activities, fabulous music, touch a truck, bounce houses, rock wall, food trucks, and fireworks.  Come help us say Happy Birthday Manassas!

Then and now pictures

Submit your favorite photos that tell the story of Manassas or Check out the YouTube collection.

150th Online House & Business Tour

Share the historic or architectural interest of your house or business in a new 150th Online House & Business Tour. Purchase a sign to be part of the online tour.

Manassas History

How did Manassas become the city it is today?


What's Your Manassas Story English
To celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the City's founding in 2023, we are producing a video series that captures the rich diversity of our shared history. Be a part of the celebration:

  • Submit a photo that tells your story or remembers a Manassas place or event.
  • Submit a video that tells your story or remembers a Manassas place or event.
  • Email your story.
  • Call us at 703-257-8285 with a story. We'll be happy to record your video or voice story if you would like.


What's Your Manassas Story Spanish














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