George Washington's Fredericksburg Foundation

Washington House Site Discovered

July, 2008. The Foundation announced the discovery of the site of the house where George Washington spent his boyhood years. More information is available.

Kenmore Ceiling Restoration Complete

April, 2008. After more than two years of painstaking restoration and documentation, the plasterwork ceilings, for which Kenmore is famous, are fully restored. The Chamber, pictured at right, was the last room to be completed.

“Touch box” programs available for the blind at Ferry Farm

A new “Touch Box” program is available that enables the blind and visually impaired to explore the rich history of George Washington’s boyhood home at Ferry Farm. Guided by a staff member, visitors learn about past occupants of the site, including American Indians, early colonial settlers, the Washington family, Civil War soldiers, and 20th-century farmers. This hands-on program features historic artifacts that bring history to life in a tangible way. In addition, visitors learn about archaeology in the field and in the lab. Braille maps of the site and text in English, and large-print maps, in both English and Spanish, are also available.

A special event, coming this fall, will feature a tour for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community with a guide using American Sign Language.