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Night in Washington’s Day
HISTORIC KENMORE
November 2
7 – 9:30 pm; entry times every 30 minutes
Experience the 18th century in a whole new light!
Explore the concealed history of life after dark under the stars at Historic Kenmore’s reimagined “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 engaging hands-on crafts and interactive activities that reveal the intricacies of period lighting. Explore the social world of elite nocturnal entertainment and indulgences. Listen and gain a poignant understanding of the nightly lives of the enslaved individuals who labored on the estate. This captivating event offers a multifaceted look at colonial life, blending elegance with the deeper, often untold, 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. Entry times every 30 minutes.
$15.00 for adults
$7.00 for students (ages 6-17)
Free for children ages 5 & under
(Online processing fee applies.)
Location:
Historic Kenmore
1201 Washington Ave.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Questions? Email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x11.
SOLD OUT
Gingerbread House Workshop
Ferry farm
november 16
11 am – 12:30 pm
Learn the secrets of building a real gingerbread house! Build and decorate a small gingerbread house step-by-step. All materials are provided. Ages 7 to adult. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Location:
George Washington’s Ferry Farm
268 Kings Highway
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
Questions? Email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x11.
Wee Christmas Miniature
Making Workshop
historic kenmore
november 16
1-3 pm
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!
Advance registration required. Space is limited.
$20.00 per person, ages 8 and up
(Online processing fee applies.)
Location:
Historic Kenmore
1201 Washington Ave.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Questions? Email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x11.
Call for Entries: 10th Annual Wee Christmas Dollhouses & Miniatures Show
HISTORIC KENMORE
Entry forms due November 16
exhibit dates December 1-30
Help us build our Wee Christmas neighborhood! Historic Kenmore’s own dollhouse – furnished down to the China on the table and paintings on the walls — has been alone for far too long. Have a dollhouse? Add it to our exhibit for the holiday season. Have miniature pieces instead? Display cases are available for vignettes as well. To loan your dollhouse or miniature to the exhibit, register online or complete a paper form (PDF) and you’ll be contacted by the exhibit manager. Deadline to arrange for your dollhouse or miniature to be displayed is Saturday, November 16.
ENTRY FORMS DUE
November 16
ENTRY DROP-OFF DATE
November 30.
Turn in with your choice of entry form below.
Location:
Historic Kenmore
1201 Washington Ave.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
For questions about visiting or participating in the exhibit, email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x11.
Call for Entries: 38th Annual Gingerbread House Contest & Exhibit
ferry farm
drop-off dates November 23-30
exhibit dates December 1-30
Enjoy the whimsical sights and delicious smells of wondrously festive gingerbread creations during the 38th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibit at George Washington’s Ferry Farm! This year’s theme is Holidays: Past, Present, & Future.
Enter the contest! Show off your gingerbread baking and creating skills with a house that captures the magic of holidays through the ages. Whether inspired by nostalgic traditions, modern festivities, or a futuristic twist, we want to see your creativity shine! Will you build the Washington House decorated for the season or a futuristic robot celebration? Or maybe you’ll depict one of your own family traditions. The possibilities are endless, and your interpretation can be whatever your imagination bakes up!
ENTRY CATEGORIES
Ages 2 – 5
Ages 6 – 10
Ages 11 – 14
Ages 15 – 17
Age 18 and over
Special Needs
Family
Professional
ENTRY DROP -OFF DATES
November 23-November 30.
Turn in with your choice of entry form below.
Location:
George Washington’s Ferry Farm
268 Kings Highway
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
For questions about the contest or visiting the exhibit, email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x11.
38th Annual Gingerbread House Exhibit
ferry farm
exhibit dates December 1-30
during museum hours
Enjoy the whimsical sights and delicious smells of wondrously festive gingerbread creations during the 38th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibit at George Washington’s Ferry Farm! See the contest-winning entries, cast a vote for People’s Choice, and play “iSpy Gingerbread.” This year’s theme is Holidays: Past, Present, & Future.
EXHIBIT CATEGORIES
Ages 2 – 5
Ages 6 – 10
Ages 11 – 14
Ages 15 – 17
Age 18 and over
Special Needs
Family
Professional
Purchase tickets at the door:
$6 adults
$3 for students (ages 6-17)
Free for children ages 5 & under
Location:
George Washington’s Ferry Farm
268 Kings Highway
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
For questions about visiting the exhibit, email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x11.
10th Annual Wee Christmas Dollhouses and Miniatures Show
historic kenmore
exhibit dates December 1-30
during museum hours
Visit a delightful neighborhood of dollhouses and miniatures this holiday season at the 9th Annual Wee Christmas Dollhouses & Miniatures Show at Historic Kenmore! Admire and awe over highly-detailed replica dollhouses – including one of Kenmore itself – and miniatures in the Crowninshield Museum. Share memories of your dollhouse with your family as you explore life in miniature. Put your minds and eyes to the test with our “iSpy Miniatures” challenge – fun for young and old alike.
Purchase tickets at the door:
$6 adults
$3 for students (ages 6-17)
Free for children ages 5 & under
Location:
Historic Kenmore
1201 Washington Ave.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
For questions about the contest or visiting the exhibit, email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x11.
| 2024 Full Event Schedule Subject to change | ||
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| DATE | EVENT | LOCATION |
| January 5, 6, 7 | Twelfth Night | Historic Kenmore |
| February 19 | George Washington’s Birthday Event | Ferry Farm |
| March 2 | Opening Weekend Living History | Ferry Farm |
| March 3 | Taste Through Time | Historic Kenmore |
| March 23 | Girl Scout Program: Dance & Numbers in Nature | Historic Kenmore |
| April 6 | Colonial Fair | Historic Kenmore |
| April 13 | Dog Days at Ferry Farm | Ferry Farm |
| April 14 | Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community Day | Historic Kenmore |
| May 11 | Tea Time at Kenmore | Historic Kenmore |
| May 16, 17 | Mini-Mornings at the Museum | Ferry Farm |
| May 27 | Memorial Day Activities – Discovery Room Open | Historic Kenmore |
| June 8, 9, 15, 16 | Shakespeare on the Lawn | Historic Kenmore |
| June 10-14 | Archaeology Camp | Ferry Farm |
| June 20 | Mini-Mornings at the Museum | Ferry Farm |
| June 22 | Betty’s Birthday | Historic Kenmore |
| June 28 | Family Archaeology Day | Ferry Farm |
| July 4 | Fabulous Fourth at Ferry Farm | Ferry Farm |
| July 15-19 | George vs. George: Revolutionary War Camp | Ferry Farm & Historic Kenmore |
| August 15 | Mini-Mornings at the Museum | Ferry Farm |
| September 5 | Lafayette Lecture Series | CRRL |
| September 19 | Mini-Mornings at the Museum | Historic Kenmore |
| September 28 | Block Party | Historic Kenmore |
| October 4 | *CANCELED* Homeschool Day | Ferry Farm |
| October 6 | Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community Day | Ferry Farm |
| October 6 | Taste Through Time | Historic Kenmore |
| October 12 | Dog Days at Ferry Farm | Ferry Farm |
| October 17 | Mini-Mornings at the Museum | Historic Kenmore |
| November 2 | Night in Washington’s Day | Historic Kenmore |
| November 16 | Gingerbread House Workshop | Ferry Farm |
| November 16 | Wee Christmas Workshop | Historic Kenmore |
| December 1 | Gingerbread Contest Opening Reception | Ferry Farm |
| December 1 – 30 | 38th Annual Gingerbread Contest & Exhibit | Ferry Farm |
| December 1 -30 | 10th Annual Wee Christmas Dollhouse & Miniatures Show | Historic Kenmore |
| December 12 | Mini-Mornings at the Museum | Ferry Farm |
| December 15 | Taste Through Time | Historic Kenmore |