Juneteenth Heritage Celebration

June 27

 

SPECIAL EVENTS

Jun 2026

Juneteenth Heritage Celebration

Juneteenth Heritage Celebration – 06/27/2026
11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Join us for our Annual Judge Eddie E. Harrison Juneteenth Heritage Celebration! This year's focus will be Charting New Ground: African American Trailblazers. In addition… Learn More>>


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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July 4th at Barrington
07/04/2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Barrington will be OPEN on July 4th from 10am to 4pm with ongoing historical activities across the farm site. As a reminder, due to construction [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
“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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Hard Work & Hydration
08/02/2025 - 08/03/2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Summer marks the busiest time for field crop work – as well as the highest temperatures! Join us in the fields for hands-on opportunities working [...]
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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.