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New at George Washington's Boyhood Home at Ferry Farm and Historic Kenmore Plantation:
At Ferry Farm, archaeologists started the 2012 dig on May 7. Visitors will be able to view the activity and interact with archaeologists most week days through August 3rd.
New tours at Kenmore focus on Betty Washington's life at the plantation after the Revolutionary War and the re-furnishing process of the mansion.
Learn more about pricing and hours.
New Tour - The Refurnishing of Kenmore
Tuesdays and Sundays 10:15 am.
On this highly interactive tour, visitors play the role of a curator and decide how to furnish Kenmore. Clues, based on historical documents and research, will be provided, but it will be up to the visitor to put the puzzle together. There are no right or wrong answers, but there are sure to be a variety of opinions, and lively discussion is encouraged. Those who appreciate antiques, historical research, and a good debate should enjoy this tour!
Appropriate for ages 12 and over.
Regular admission fees apply.
Memorial Day Weekend at Kenmore and Ferry Farm
Cannons at Kenmore - A Snapshot of Kenmore before the Battle of Fredericksburg
Costumed interpreters will use newly discovered evidence about the family that lived at Kenmore in 1862 to tell the story of civilians during the Civil War and how the Battle of Fredericksburg affected their lives. Civil War reenactors will give cooking demonstrations in the kitchen.
The Civil War at Washington's Boyhood Home
Activities at Ferry Farm will include cavalry and infantry close-order drilling, period cooking demonstrations, music, and games.
Appropriate for all ages.
- Dates/Times: Sat. May 26, 10am-5pm, Sunday May 27, 10am-3pm
- Fee: Regular admission
Shakespeare on the Lawn at Kenmore
Saturdays and Sundays, June 16,17, 23, & 24
Curtain at 7:00 p.m.
Join us for the annual presentation by the Fredericksburg Players of Shakespeare on the lawn at Kenmore. This year's play is Julius Caesar, presented in the 18th-century style, much the way George Washington might have seen it. The director, Fred Franklin, will be addressing the audience before and after the play. In case of rain, the play will be moved inside. Come early and enjoy your own picnic on the grounds!
Admission: $10 adults/$5 students. (Annual passes cannot be used for this event.)
Fabulous 4th at Ferry Farm!
July 4th will be here soon and you're invited to come celebrate at Ferry Farm. This annual event features historic interpreters, crafts & games, entertainment, a flag ceremony, food vendors, and much more. Full details will be posted here when they are available. To be sure you get the information, sign up to automatically receive eNews. A special edition will have all the details.
- Date: Wednesday, July 4th
- Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Family History Adventure Tours at Historic Kenmore
The
George Washington Foundation offers a special program at Historic Kenmore.
Families have the opportunity to visit Kenmore, play “I Spy Kenmore”
to discover fun facts about history, smell the sweet aromas of an 18th-century
kitchen, and learn what the residents of Kenmore ate.
Appropriate for adults and children ages 4-12. Children must
be accompanied by an adult.
Location: Historic Kenmore
Date/Time: by reservation. Registration for weekdays—24 hours in advance; registration for weekends—1 week in advance.
Contact
Vickie Hayes at 540-371-3363 ext. 24 or
hayes@gwffoundation.org
Fee: regular admission
Summer Explorers
Coming in June, July, & August
The George Washington Foundation will be offering 4 exciting day camps in 2012:
- History Camp - June 25-29
- Archaeology Camp - July 9-13
- Earthmates Camp - July 23-27
- Civil War Camp - August 6-10
Birthday Parties at Ferry Farm!
Treat your child, age 5 to 10, and his or her friends to a birthday party at George Washington's Ferry Farm! Learn more.
Please Note: A staff photographer is usually present at public events. Photos taken by the staff photographer at these events may be used by the Foundation for marketing and promotional purposes. Your attendance at the event implies permission for the Foundation to use these photos and the Foundation owns the copyright for all such photos.