Juneteenth Heritage Celebration

June 27

 

SPECIAL EVENTS

Jul 2026

1850 Independence Day Picnic

1850 Independence Day Picnic – 07/04/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us for an 1850s style Independence Day celebration! Bring your own picnic basket to Barrington and enjoy al-fresco dining, then try your hand at… Learn More>>

Kenneth Anderson Gravesite Ceremony

Kenneth Anderson Gravesite Ceremony – 07/09/2026
9:00 am - 11:00 am

This year marks the 181st anniversary of the passing of Kenneth Lewis Anderson, the last Vice-President of Texas and our town's namesake. In honor of… Learn More>>

Painting & Tidying

Painting & Tidying – 07/18/2026 - 07/19/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wear some old clothes and help us paint the house fence with whitewash, then head over to the barn to help clear the clutter that… Learn More>>

 

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White Gold: Cotton in Texas
White Gold: Cotton in Texas
10/03/2020 - 10/04/2020    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Barrington Living History Farm
When Dr. Anson Jones and his family lived at Barrington in the 1850s, selling cotton was the main source of income – a cash crop. [...]
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19th Century Medicine
19th Century Medicine
10/10/2020 - 10/11/2020    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Barrington Living History Farm
Before becoming president, Anson Jones made his fortune as a doctor. At a time when medicine was more art than science, what would a visit [...]
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The Humble Calabash
The Humble Calabash
10/17/2020 - 10/18/2020    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Barrington Living History Farm
The calabash, or gourd, was readily seen in many 19th century gardens and found many uses among enslaved people. Join us as we explore the [...]
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Farmer's Market
Farmer's Market
10/17/2020    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Washington on the Brazos Site
Join us under the live oaks at our Visitor Center for our local Farmers Market. Enjoy live music while you shop for local grown produce, [...]
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Living History Saturday
Living History Saturday
10/17/2020    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Washington on the Brazos Site
Travel back in time to where a nation was born in 1836.  On the third Saturday of each month staff and volunteers dressed in period [...]
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Morning Ablutions
Morning Ablutions
10/24/2020 - 10/25/2020    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Barrington Living History Farm
What’s your morning routine look like? See how the Jones family at Barrington prepared to face the day and maybe clean yourself up a little [...]
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Plough to Plate
24 Oct
10/24/2020    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Barrington Living History Farm
Barrington Plantation Presents Plough to Plate, a five-course gourmet meal that is historically inspired and locally sourced. Feast on an 1850s inspired meal by candlelight [...]
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Holiday Foods at Home
Holiday Foods at Home
10/31/2020 - 11/01/2020    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Barrington Living History Farm
What special foods do you enjoy at the holidays? Like you, the Jones family hosted visitors and enjoyed a varied diet full of exotic treats [...]
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Events on 10/03/2020
White Gold: Cotton in Texas
White Gold: Cotton in Texas
3 Oct 20
Washington
Events on 10/10/2020
19th Century Medicine
19th Century Medicine
10 Oct 20
Washington
Events on 10/17/2020
The Humble Calabash
The Humble Calabash
17 Oct 20
Washington
Farmer's Market
Farmer's Market
17 Oct 20
Washington
Living History Saturday
Living History Saturday
17 Oct 20
Washington
Events on 10/24/2020
Morning Ablutions
Morning Ablutions
24 Oct 20
Washington
24 Oct
Plough to Plate
24 Oct 20
Washington
Events on 10/31/2020
Holiday Foods at Home
Holiday Foods at Home
31 Oct 20
Washington

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.

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Washington on the Brazos State Historic Site
Jon Failor, Complex Manager
936.878.2214 ext. 226
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