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SPECIAL EVENTS

Jul 2025

Painting & Tidying

Painting & Tidying – 07/05/2025 - 07/06/2025
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>>


First Person, First Fridays at Fanthorp Inn

First Person, First Fridays at Fanthorp Inn – 07/05/2025
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for the first Friday of July (moved to Saturday because of Independence Day) for a special tour of the inn given by a… Learn More>>


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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Cooking in the Quarter
02/04/2023 - 02/05/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enslaved men and women, such as Jerry, Mary, Willis, and Jake, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Cooking a hot meal [...]
Focus Weekend- Essential Mineral- Salt
02/11/2023 - 02/12/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Essential to good health, common table salt has been prized for hundreds of centuries. Unlike today, salt was not always so readily available, and colonists [...]
Rachel and Henry’s Wedding
02/11/2023 - 02/12/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
You are invited to the wedding of Rachel Virginia Kennard and Henry Fanthorp! Join us in commemorating the 189th anniversary of the couple that started [...]
Living History Saturday: Quill Pen Writing and William F. Gray's Diary
02/18/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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 [...]
Focus Weekend- Horse High, Bull Strong and Hog Tight
02/18/2023 - 02/19/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Dr. Jones noted in his journal in winter of 1847 – “Hired Mr. Bowen… Sent Him with two hands to Cedar Brake to make rails.” [...]
Texas Independence Day Celebration
02/25/2023 - 02/26/2023    
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Texas Independence Day Celebration” is an annual two-day living history celebration on Saturday, February 25th from 10am to 6pm and Sunday, February 26th from 10am [...]
Cooking in the Quarter
03/04/2023 - 03/05/2023    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enslaved men and women, such as Jerry, Mary, Willis, and Jake, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Cooking a hot meal [...]
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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.