Texas Independence Day Celebration

February 27 & 28

 

SPECIAL EVENTS

Dec 2025

Bleigießen (Lead pouring) at Fanthorp Inn

Bleigießen (Lead pouring) at Fanthorp Inn – 12/27/2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Looking for something to do after the holidays? Curious about what 2026 holds in store for you? Stop by the inn next Saturday as we… Learn More>>


Jan 2026

19th Century Medicine

19th Century Medicine – 01/03/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Doctors in the 19th century had different remedies, tools, and practices than doctors today. Doctor was also one of the most common professions among signers… Learn More>>


Blacksmithing

Blacksmithing – 01/17/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us Saturday, January 17 as we fire up the forge! Watch blacksmithing demonstrations of nail and hardware making in the newly recreated blacksmith shop.… Learn More>>


Crockett Comes to Town

Crockett Comes to Town – 01/24/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

In late January 1836, the Tennessee Mounted Volunteers under William Harrison’s command arrived in Washington on their way to San Antonio and the Alamo. Among… Learn More>>


Feb 2026

Texas Independence Day Celebration

Texas Independence Day Celebration – 02/27/2026 - 02/28/2026
All Day

SAVE THE DATE because the Texas Independence Day Celebration is back! After two years of exciting renovations to the historic site, we are happy to… Learn More>>


 

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School Time
07/31/2021 - 08/01/2021    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This is as special program at Barrington taking place on Saturday, July 31 at 10am, 1pm and 3pm and Sunday, August 1 at 10am, 1pm [...]
First Friday at Fanthorp Inn
08/06/2021    
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us on the first Friday of June, July, and August for special guided tours of the inn at 1,5, and 7 PM. Each of [...]
Farmers Nooning
08/07/2021 - 08/08/2021    
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Taking a break, or “nooning,” in the heat of the day helped 19th century farmers renew their energy on a long day in the blazing [...]
Fanthorp Focus Weekend: 1850s Fashion at the Fanthorp Inn
08/14/2021 - 08/15/2021    
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. [...]
Keeping Cool in the Texas Heat
08/14/2021 - 08/15/2021    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come stay cool with us in the heat of summer and discover what early Texans did to stay cool. Without modern A.C. you might be [...]
Chaff in the Wind
08/21/2021 - 08/22/2021    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Dr. Jones noted in his journal on Aug. 4, 1847 - “Thrashed out rye”. Now that our grain crop has been harvested, it’s time to [...]
Traveling in Texas
08/28/2021 - 08/29/2021    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
There are 1,774 miles between Anson Jones’ hometown in Great Barrington, Massachusetts and where he lived in Washington, Texas. How on earth did he get [...]
Special Program-Corn: From Crib to Mattress and Meal
09/04/2021 - 09/05/2021    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Corn was the largest and most versatile crop grown at Barrington. Discover how various parts of the corn plant would be used across the farm [...]
Events on 07/31/2021
School Time
31 Jul 21
Washington
Events on 08/06/2021
First Friday at Fanthorp Inn
6 Aug 21
Anderson
Events on 08/07/2021
Farmers Nooning
7 Aug 21
Washington
Events on 08/14/2021
Events on 08/21/2021
Chaff in the Wind
21 Aug 21
Washington
Events on 08/28/2021
Traveling in Texas
28 Aug 21
Washington
Events on 09/04/2021

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.