SPECIAL EVENTS
Apr 2021
Cooking at the Quarters – 04/17/2021 - 04/18/2021
12:00 am
Enslaved men and women at Barrington, such as Jerry, Mary, Willis, and Jake, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Cooking a… Learn More>>
Sounds of 1850 – 04/24/2021 - 04/25/2021
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Texans have always enjoyed a catchy tune. Lucky for us, if they really liked a song - they wrote it down. So come have seat… Learn More>>
May 2021
Cooking at the Quarters – 05/01/2021 - 05/02/2021
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enslaved men and women at Barrington, such as Jerry, Mary, Willis, and Jake, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Cooking a… Learn More>>
Dining with the Delegates – 05/01/2021
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for an evening candlelight dinner on Saturday May 1st from 5 to 9 pm for Dining with the Delegates. Period music, candlelit tables,… Learn More>>
Plows & Petticoats: True Texas Women – 05/08/2021 - 05/09/2021
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
From an early age, most Victorian women were trained for the worthy profession of caring for a family. Sewing, cleaning, cooking, and childcare comprised the… Learn More>>
Ploughing the Weeds – 05/15/2021 - 05/16/2021
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Dr. Jones noted in his journal on May 14, 1850 - “Finished ploughing and hoeing corn first time.” The crops are short and the weeds… Learn More>>
Good Gardening – 05/22/2021 - 05/23/2021
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Keeping gardens weeded, watered, and in good order was considered part of a woman’s daily duty. It contributed to a varied diet and survival in… Learn More>>
Okra, Peanuts, & Potatoes – 05/29/2021 - 05/30/2021
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The garden kept by those enslaved at Barrington provided diversity to an otherwise bland diet, and more importantly filled the gaps in nutrition. Join us… Learn More>>
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Since most events occur at least partially outside, guests should dress appropriately for the weather and uneven terrain. Programs and events are open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult.
