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SPECIAL EVENTS

Jul 2025

Kenneth Anderson Gravesite Ceremony at Fanthorp Inn

Kenneth Anderson Gravesite Ceremony at Fanthorp Inn – 07/09/2025
9:00 am - 10:00 am

This year marks the 180th anniversary of the passing of Kenneth Lewis Anderson, the last Vice-President of Texas and our town's namesake. In honor of… Learn More>>


“Amnesty for All Offenses” The 160th Anniversary of Fanthorp’s Pardon

“Amnesty for All Offenses” The 160th Anniversary of Fanthorp’s Pardon – 07/12/2025 - 07/13/2025
10:00 pm - 4:00 pm

We are commemorating the 160th anniversary of the end of the Civil War at the Fanthorp Inn. We'll offer a special tour focused on Henry… Learn More>>


Cooking in the Kitchen & Quarter

Cooking in the Kitchen & Quarter – 07/19/2025 - 07/20/2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Enslaved women and men, such as Mary, Jerry, Willis, Amy, and Charity, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Start your experience… Learn More>>


Aug 2025

First Person, First Fridays at Fanthorp Inn

First Person, First Fridays at Fanthorp Inn – 08/01/2025
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for the first Friday of August for a special tour of the inn given by a historical figure who actually worked or stayed… Learn More>>


“In Vito Veritas” Mustang Grape Wine at Fanthorp Inn

“In Vito Veritas” Mustang Grape Wine at Fanthorp Inn – 08/09/2025 - 08/10/2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

In August of 1849 local physician and Texas declaration signer, Dr. C.B. Stewart, wrote of a French immigrant who made the sweetest port wine from… Learn More>>


Cooking in the Kitchen & Quarter

Cooking in the Kitchen & Quarter – 08/16/2025 - 08/17/2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Enslaved women and men, such as Mary, Jerry, Willis, Amy, and Charity, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Start your experience… Learn More>>


Sep 2025

Election 1835 at Fanthorp Inn

Election 1835 at Fanthorp Inn – 09/01/2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us for a special Labor Day event as we commemorate the 190th anniversary of the Washington municipal election of 1835. Discover the positions available… Learn More>>


 

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White Gold: Cotton in Texas
09/30/2023 - 10/01/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Selling cotton picked by those enslaved was the main source of Barrington’s income – a cash crop. This special program gives visitors the hands-on opportunity [...]
Archeology Tours
10/03/2023 - 10/26/2023    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
October is Texas Archaeology Month and this year visitors can experience a once in a lifetime excavation of the remains of the town of Washington! [...]
Cooking in the Quarter
10/21/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enslaved women and men, such as Mary, Jerry, Willis, and Jake, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Cooking a hot meal [...]
Building the Town of Washington: A Trades Program
10/21/2023 - 10/22/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
On October 21st and 22nd from 10am-4pm both days, come see the skills and trades used in constructing the town of Washington. You will see [...]
Cooking in the Kitchen
10/22/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Experience the bustle of a busy plantation kitchen and take in the sights, sounds, and smells of a hearth cooked meal being prepared, and reflect [...]
The Final Nail - Coffin Building at Washington on the Brazos
10/28/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us on Saturday Oct 28 from 10am to 4pm outside the Tavern at Washington on the Brazos as we commemorate the 156th anniversary of [...]
Changing Seasons: Field & Home
11/04/2023 - 11/05/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The work of a plantation changes with the seasons! Fall is the time to plow our fields, put out warm rugs and curtains in the [...]
Events on 09/30/2023
White Gold: Cotton in Texas
30 Sep 23
Washington
Events on 10/03/2023
Archeology Tours
3 Oct 23
Washington
Events on 10/21/2023
Events on 10/22/2023
Cooking in the Kitchen
22 Oct 23
Washington
Events on 10/28/2023
Events on 11/04/2023
Changing Seasons: Field & Home
4 Nov 23
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.