Events

George sure loved his hounds, and so do we! Bring your furry friend to Ferry Farm for a day of fun.  Experience the nature trails that lead around the fields and along the Rappahannock River with a discount on Ferry Farm’s grounds for the day.

All well-mannered pooches on leashes welcome. Please see Dog Days Rules below for guidelines about this event.

ADMISSION
$5 for adults
Free for children 17 & under

Tickets can be purchased in the Visitor Center upon arrival.
*Admission to Ferry Farm’s grounds only.  Animals are not permitted in any buildings on the property, excluding Ferry Farm Visitor Center for Check in.

DATE & TIME
Saturday, October 11, 2025
10am to 5pm

LOCATION
George Washington’s Ferry Farm
268 George Washington Way
Fredericksburg, VA 22405

Questions? Please contact learn@gwffoundation.org or call (540) 370-0732.

Dog Days Rules

Reminisce and enjoy a themed demonstration, talk, and tasting all about Kenmore’s Famous Gingerbread.

Come to Kenmore for a tour of the 1775 house and see, smell, and taste our famous gingerbread in the historic kitchen!

During your visit, the kitchen will be open for guests to watch a cooking demonstration and learn about the history of Kenmore’s gingerbread.  While you enjoy the presentation, partake in a sampling of gingerbread.

The kitchen will be open throughout the day, and entry is included with general admission fees. Visitors may reserve house tour tickets online (for October 12) or purchase on-site at the front desk. Museum only admission can be purchased on-site. Both admission rates include entry to the kitchen.

ADMISSION
Event with House Tour
$12 for Adults
$6 for students ages 6-17
Free for Children under 6

Event with Museum Admission
$6 for Adults
$3 for Students ages 6-17
Free for Children under 6

DATE & TIME
Sunday, October 12, 2025
12:00pm to 5:00pm
House tours at 12:15, 1:30, 2:45, 3:45

LOCATION
Historic Kenmore
1201 Washington Ave
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

If you have any questions, please call (540) 370-0732 or email learn@gwffoundation.org

Experience the 18th century in a whole new light!

Explore the concealed history of life after dark under the stars at Historic Kenmore’s “Night in Washington’s Day.” Marvel at the Great House and its surroundings, beautifully illuminated to evoke the essence of the 18th century. Dive into activities that reveal the intricacies of period lighting. Get a peek at the night sky from a different perspective. This captivating event offers a multifaceted look at colonial life and stories of the past.

Enjoy special musical performances by Colonial Faire!

TICKETS
Advance ticket purchase for an entry time is strongly recommended. Some tickets might be available at the gate.
$15.00 – Adults
$7.00 – Students
Free – Children (age 5 & under)
Online processing fee applies.

DATE & TIME
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 1, 2025

LOCATION
Historic Kenmore
1201 Washington Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

If you have questions, email learn@gwffoundation.org or call 540-370-0732.

Call for entries!
This year’s theme is Cozy Winter Spaces.

It’s never too soon to start planning your gingerbread house creation for Ferry Farm’s 39th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibit. Show off your gingerbread skills this year with a house that captures the coziness of winter spaces. Whether inspired by nostalgic nooks, holiday hideaways, or snowy spots, we want to see where you snuggle up. Will you build a tucked-away tower where you like to read? How about your favorite spot to play in the snow? Maybe a cushy couch to watch holiday movies on? The possibilities are endless, and your interpretation of the theme can be whatever you can imagine! No entry fee.

Each exhibitor receives four free passes to the Wee Christmas Exhibit at Historic Kenmore and the Gingerbread House Contest & Exhibit at George Washington’s Ferry Farm.

Entry Categories:
Ages 2-5
Ages 6-10
Ages 11-14
Ages 15-17
Ages 18+
Special Needs
Family
Professional

Click for entry form.

Drop-off dates: November 22-29 at the Ferry Farm Visitor Center. Exhibit runs November 30 – December 30, 2025.

Call for entries for the 11th Annual Wee Christmas Dollhouses and Miniatures Exhibit!

Help us build Historic Kenmore’s Wee Christmas neighborhood by exhibiting your dollhouse, room box, covered vignette, or unique display alongside Kenmore’s dollhouse. Each exhibitor receives four free passes to the Wee Christmas Exhibit at Historic Kenmore and the Gingerbread House Contest & Exhibit at George Washington’s Ferry Farm.

Entry forms due November 22.
Entry drop-off is November 29.
Exhibit dates are November 30 to December 30, also January 9, 10, and 11 during Twelfth Night at Kenmore.

Choose your preferred form:
Pdf registration form
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