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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>>


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>>


 

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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 [...]
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School Time
31 Jul 21
Washington
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First Friday at Fanthorp Inn
6 Aug 21
Anderson
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Farmers Nooning
7 Aug 21
Washington
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Chaff in the Wind
21 Aug 21
Washington
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Traveling in Texas
28 Aug 21
Washington
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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.