PRESS RELEASE

March 3, 2023

The George Washington Foundation

1201 Washington Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Contact: Lori Pikkaart, Marketing & Communications Manager

[email protected]

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Kenmore.org/events

Facebook: George Washington’s Ferry Farm and Historic Kenmore

Instagram: @thegeorgewashingtonfoundation

YouTube: @TheGWFoundation

Blog: Livesandlegaciesblog.org

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH TOURS

Saturday, March 25 at Ferry Farm

Sunday, March 26 at Historic Kenmore

In honor of Women’s History Month, visit the museums for an hour-long focus tour that explores the lives of the women who called Ferry Farm and Kenmore home. Visitors will learn what life was like for different women in the 18th century as we delve into the worlds of Mary Washington, her daughter Betty, and the enslaved women who lived and worked at both sites. 

This tour is offered on select days and times only: 

George Washington’s Ferry Farm

Saturday, March 25th - 12:00pm & 2:00pm

268 Kings Highway, Fredericksburg, VA 22405

Historic Kenmore

Sunday, March 26th - 12:00pm & 2:00pm

1201 Washington Ave., Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Tickets: $12 adults, $6 students, Children 5 and under free.

Spaces are limited, so online advanced purchase is recommended.

https://kenmore.org/events/

About The George Washington Foundation

Historic Kenmore and George Washington’s Ferry Farm are owned and operated by The George Washington Foundation, whose mission is to enhance the public understanding and appreciation of the lives, values, and legacies of George Washington, Fielding and Betty Washington Lewis, and the people who lived and worked on the properties with them.

Over one hundred years ago, an intrepid group of Fredericksburg-area women saved Kenmore from development. That group and their successors remained at the helm of the Foundation for 77 years. Today, Kenmore and Ferry Farm are living history museums, showcasing the significant impact of the Washington and Lewis families’ lives and legacies on the United States and its history.

The George Washington Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The Foundation relies on support from generous donors and volunteers for its ongoing programs.