23400 Park Rd. 12
Washington, TX 77880
936-878-2214
barrington-plantation@thc.texas.gov
Travel back in time to 1850 and explore the original home of Dr. Anson Jones, the last President of the Republic of Texas. The Jones family lived at the farm for over a decade, building a successful cotton farm with enslaved labor after Texas joined the union. This living history farm is complete with period costumed interpreters using 19th century farming practices for planting, cultivating, harvesting, and working with livestock. Explore the sights and smells of farm life and experience the daily lives of those who came 150 years ago.
Come tour the living history farm of Dr. Anson Jones, the last President of the Republic of Texas. This living history farm is complete with costumed interpreters using 19th century farming practices. Discover the sights and smells of farm life and experience the daily lives of early Texan farmers.
Upcoming Events
February 8
Hands-on Hearth Cooking Class
Have you ever come to a historic site and wanted to try the food? Here's your chance!
Enjoy the rare experience of being able to prepare and enjoy a hearth-cooked meal by joining a cooking class on either Feb. 8 or 9th, 2020.
The...
February 9
Hands-on Hearth Cooking Class
Have you ever come to a historic site and wanted to try the food? Here's your chance!
Enjoy the rare experience of being able to prepare and enjoy a hearth-cooked meal by joining a cooking class on either Feb. 8 or 9th, 2020.
The...
From the Blog
By Andy Rhodes, Managing Editor The Medallion, Photos by Patrick Hughey
Texas’ Republic-era past takes center stage with the Texas Historical Commission’s (THC) recent acquisition of nine state historic sites. The sites’ legislative transfer from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department became official on September 1, 2019, increasing the...
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