by gwffoundation | Aug 7, 2024 | Archaeology, Behind the Scenes, Daily Life in the 1700s, Developing America, Ferry Farm, George Washington's Ferry Farm, History of Slavery, Lives & Legacies
If you have visited Ferry Farm recently or follow us on social media, you may have noticed the construction of two buildings near the Washington House. These new structures represent ones that stood in these spots during George Washington’s time. Identified through...
by gwffoundation | May 12, 2021 | Archaeology, George Washington's Ferry Farm, Lives & Legacies, Washington family
In this video, archaeologist Mara Kaktins shares bits of Mary Washington’s dishes excavated at Ferry Farm and explains their significance. Read more about Mary’s dishes in this blog...
by gwffoundation | Dec 17, 2020 | Archaeology, George Washington's Ferry Farm, Lives & Legacies, Washington family
The story of Mary Ball Washington is one of overcoming a lifetime of adversity. Often overshadowed by her larger than life son George, Mary’s place in history fluctuated from saint to shrew with many historians ignoring the obstacles she faced and...
by gwffoundation | Dec 14, 2015 | Historic Kenmore, Lives & Legacies
Curator Meghan Budinger shows us some of the beautiful and fascinating historic tableware on display in Kenmore’s dining room. Learn more about Kenmore’s decorative arts on “The Rooms at Kenmore” blog at...
by gwffoundation | Aug 26, 2015 | Archaeology, Lives & Legacies
Fruit! It’s good for you, delicious, and often beautiful – but have you ever thought of fruit as a status symbol? In today’s world of relatively quick, inexpensive long-distance transportation, we enjoy fresh fruit from all over the world year-round. We...
