Events

Celebrate George Washington’s 294th birthday at his boyhood home with fun activities for the whole family!

Meet “George Washington,” participate in our annual stone throwing contest, play games, and eat birthday cupcakes (While supplies last!). Enjoy several educational stations throughout the Ferry Farm property, take an abbreviated Washington House tour, engage with archaeologists, historians, and other experts to learn about Ferry Farm, the Washington family, and the enslaved people who lived here.

Events will be ongoing from 10am – 3pm, while tickets last. Free parking on-site.

No pets allowed at this event. 

Admission
$5.00 – adults
Free – 17 & under
(Plus, online processing fee

Advanced ticket purchasing highly recommended as each time slot is limited. Purchase tickets for arrival time beginning at the top of every hour.
Time slots:
10-11:00 am
11-12:00 pm
12-1:00 pm
1-2:00 pm
2-3:00 pm

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

Questions? Email learn@gwffoundation.org or call 540-370-0732 x1202.

Special thanks to event sponsors Keiter and Reid Engineering.

Dig up artifacts! Meet real archaeologists! Witness the wonders of the “science of history.” It’s a hands-on opportunity to learn how to grid the site, dig up artifacts, and keep field notebooks. Campers will meet real archaeologists, visit the lab, and practice mending artifacts. Throughout the week, they’ll build a newfound knowledge of the mysteries beneath their feet as they explore the storied landscape of Ferry Farm, George Washington’s Boyhood Home.

Campers get a crash course in the entire archaeological process and discover the importance of archaeology to understanding George Washington’s life and the history of Ferry Farm.

For campers ages 8-12.

COST
$200.00 per camper, plus processing fees.
Advance registration and payment required, as camp space is limited. Registration deadline is 4 p.m., Monday, May 25.

Please note our refund policy regarding camps: 2+ weeks before, 90% refund (10% administration fee). 2 weeks before, 50% refund. 1 week before, 0% refund.

After registering, you should receive a confirmation email from SimpleTix. You will receive further communication from the Education Department at The George Washington Foundation in May as we get closer to the camp season. This will include a camper registration and emergency contact form.

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

Questions? Email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x1206.

This camp teaches children what life was like in the 18th century, when colonists were on the cusp of war. Through immersive hands-on activities, children learn about colonial life, maritime practices, and the challenges of war. Campers will play colonial games, explore historic trades, learn from real historical objects, and even design and test their own model ships. It’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity to walk in the footsteps of George Washington at both museum sites while exploring the lives of Revolutionary soldiers, sailors, and civilians. This camp alternates locations between Historic Kenmore and George Washington’s Ferry Farm.

For campers ages 8-12.

COST
$200.00 per camper plus processing fees. Advance ticket purchase required, as program space is limited. Sign-up deadline is 4 p.m., Monday, June 29.

Please note our refund policy regarding camp: 2+ weeks before, 90% refund (10% administration fee). 2 weeks before, 50% refund. 1 week before, 0% refund.

After registering, you should receive a confirmation email from SimpleTix. You will receive further communication from the Education Department at the George Washington Foundation in June as we get closer to the camp season. This will include a camper registration and emergency contact form.

Locations:
This camp alternates location each day between George Washington’s Ferry Farm & Historic Kenmore.

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

Historic Kenmore
1201 Washington Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Questions? Email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x1206.