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George Washington’s Birthday Celebration
February 20, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
$5
AT FERRY FARM
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Celebrate George Washington’s 291st birthday at his boyhood home with fun activities for the whole family!
Meet “George Washington,” participate in our annual stone throwing contest, and eat birthday cupcakes – while supplies last. Guests will 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.
No pets allowed at this event.
Events will be ongoing from 10am – 3pm, while tickets last.
ADMISSION:
$5.00 – adults
Free – 17 & under
(Plus online processing fee.)
Advanced ticket purchase highly recommended as time slots are limited. Purchase tickets for arrival times beginning at the top of every hour. Time slots:
10-11:30
11-12:30
12-1:30
1-2:30
2-3:30
In the event of inclement weather, the event will be canceled, and refunds issued.
ADDRESS:
George Washington’s Ferry Farm
268 Kings Hwy
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
Parking on site.
Questions? Email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x 11.
