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October 28, 2023 Historic Waterford Walking Tour – 5pm

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

Experience the Waterford National Historic Landmark on a guided historic walking tour!  In 1970 the Secretary of the Interior designated Waterford and its rural surround a National Historic Landmark. Well into the 20th century, most Americans lived and worked on farms or in small towns like this one. Few of these places have remained much […]

$25.00
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Mayhem, Madness & Murder: Waterford’s Darker Days

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

Join us on October 29th as local Historian & Author John Souders presents: Mayhem, Madness & Murder: Waterford's Darker Days ____________ The village's long history of toil and achievement has been jolted on occasion by episodes of social and political friction—and of shocking personal tragedy. ____________ This Halloween talk takes an unsettling look at old […]

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Phillips Farm 20th Anniversary Celebration

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

On Sunday, December 17th, join us at the Old School at 3pm to celebrate 20 years of conservation on the Phillips Farm! Enjoy the stories from the people involved Hear the current plans the committee is working on Mix and mingle with fellow passionate conservationists and preservationists Get excited for another 20 years of conservation […]

December 30, 2023 Historic Waterford Walking Tour – 4pm

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

Experience the Waterford National Historic Landmark on a guided historic walking tour!  In 1970 the Secretary of the Interior designated Waterford and its rural surround a National Historic Landmark. Well into the 20th century, most Americans lived and worked on farms or in small towns like this one. Few of these places have remained much […]

$20.00

March 16, 2024 Historic Waterford Walking Tour – Women’s History of Waterford, 1pm

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

Experience the Waterford National Historic Landmark through a lens focused on Women's History of Waterford!  In 1970 the Secretary of the Interior designated Waterford and its rural surround a National Historic Landmark. Well into the 20th century, most Americans lived and worked on farms or in small towns like this one. Few of these places […]

2024 Waterford Foundation Annual Meeting – April 16, 2024

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

Save the date! Our Annual Meeting for FY2023 is on April 16th, 2024! Join us to learn how our 2023 went and plan for the future! Stay tuned for timing and other updates.  Contact oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org with any questions!

May 11, 2024 Historic Waterford Walking Tour – Gardens of Waterford, 10am

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

Experience the Waterford National Historic Landmark and some of the wonderfully kept private gardens!  In 1970 the Secretary of the Interior designated Waterford and its rural surround a National Historic Landmark. Well into the 20th century, most Americans lived and worked on farms or in small towns like this one. Few of these places have […]

Preservation Celebration

The Waterford Foundation, Waterford Citizen's Association, and Waterford 2033 invite you to join us this Preservation Month to celebrate the past, present, and future of historic preservation in Waterford! There will be door prizes, toasts, self-guided presentations, videos, raffle, and special announcements and updates from the Waterford Foundation and Waterford 2033. Date: Sunday May 19th […]

Lyceum: Genealogy & House Research

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

Join us as we partner with Thomas Balch Library to learn about researching your family and dating your home.  This event is brought to you by the Education committee. For specific questions, please email oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org

Lyceum: Historian & Author Taylor Chamberlin

Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA

Join us for a fascinating discussion by Waterford historian and author Taylor Chamberlin about his hew book “My Old Carpetbagger,”  which uses the story of his great-grandparents to reveal new aspects about Virginia and national history. Capt. Simon Elliot Chamberlin and Edith Matthews met at the end of the Civil War, when the Union Cavalry officer was provost marshal at Point of […]

Invasives Cleanup on Phillips Farm

As things are starting to grow once again on the Phillips Farm, we are noticing the return of Mile-a-Minute Vine. Since there are no berries on the plant, now is the best time to safely start pulling the plants for the season. This Sunday (June 9th) from 2-4pm, Open Spaces volunteers have scheduled a cleanup […]