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.
Upcoming Events
October 24
Focus Weekend- Morning Ablutions
Oct. 24th & 25th, 10a-4p:
What’s your morning routine look like? See how the Jones family at Barrington prepared to face the day and maybe clean yourself up a little bit along the way. Our family’s morning ritual probably isn’t that...
October 24
Plough to Plate An 1850 Dinner Experience
Join us in the evening on Saturday October 24th from 6 pm to 9 pm for an 1850s Dinner Experience on the grounds of the Historic Barrington Plantation. Feast on a five-course gourmet meal of bacon wrapped pork tenderloin, caramelized carrots,...
October 25
Focus Weekend- Morning Ablutions
Oct. 24th & 25th, 10a-4p:
What’s your morning routine look like? See how the Jones family at Barrington prepared to face the day and maybe clean yourself up a little bit along the way. Our family’s morning ritual probably isn’t that...
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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