Events

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.

***This event is SOLD OUT***

Create a holiday-themed “room box” that you can display during Kenmore’s A Wee Christmas Dollhouse & Miniatures Show or as part of your holiday décor at home! Expert instruction and all room box materials are provided during the workshop. You’ll also receive instructions, ideas, and resources to make additional room boxes at home. The workshop is fun for imaginative crafters and creators, ages 8 to 98! Children under 14 must be accompanied by a participating adult.

REGISTRATION FEE
Advance registration required, space is limited.
$20.00 per person, ages 8 and up
Plus, online processing fee.

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
Google Doc registration form