SPECIAL EVENTS
Mar 2023
Homeschool Day – 03/23/2023
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for Homeschool Day. Visitors will be able to explore Washington-on-the-Brazos at their own pace and learn about 1800s food with hands on activities,… Learn More>>
Focus Weekend- Spring Tonics – 03/25/2023 - 03/26/2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Spring has sprung- and there is so much to do! Who has time to be sick? Many families had their own special recipes for a… Learn More>>
H.K. Yoakum and the Fanthorp Inn – 03/25/2023 - 03/26/2023
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Henderson Yoakum is one of the notable Texans who stayed at the Fanthorp Inn. Discover the story of this prominent Tennessee politician turned Texan historian… Learn More>>
Apr 2023
Focus Weekend- Love of Literature – 04/08/2023 - 04/09/2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Dr. Jones was an enthusiastic reader who enjoyed books and poetry. His library contained more than 1,000 books in 1858. Learn about his favorite authors… Learn More>>
A Stagecoach Tour of Anderson – 04/08/2023
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Hop aboard our replica stagecoach for a tour of what contemporaries called the "Rome of Texas". Along your journey a historical interpreter will travel with… Learn More>>
Special Program- Power of Music – 04/15/2023 - 04/16/2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where did American music styles originate? How is the banjo connected to West Africa? Hear the answers to these questions as well as period musical… Learn More>>
Focus Weekend- Good Gardening – 04/22/2023 - 04/23/2023
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>>
Focus Weekend- Farmer Thrifty & Squire Slipshod – 04/29/2023 - 04/30/2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
According to one 1850s farming periodical, “Farmer Thrifty” kept a neat and well-maintained farm, while “Squire Slipshod” allowed his barn, tools, and fences to fall… Learn More>>
May 2023
Focus Weekend- Good Gardening – 05/06/2023 - 05/07/2023
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>>
Fanthorp Fashion – 05/13/2023 - 05/14/2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Stop by the inn this weekend to discover all there is to know about the fascinating fashions worn by the Fanthorp family and their guests.… 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.
