Repeats every day until Sun Aug 20 2023.
Aug 19 2023 - 10:00am to 4:00pm Barrington Plantation
23100 Barrington Ln.Washington, TX 77880
10a-4p
According to one 1850s farming periodical, “Farmer Thrifty” kept a neat and well-maintained farm, while “Squire Slipshod” allowed his barn, tools, and fences to fall into filth and disrepair. Dr. Jones noted in his journal on August 5, 1847, that the enslaved “Cleaned up Barn & Stables.” – following the model of “Farmer Thrifty”. Join us as we tackle the seasonal maintenance of our historical fences, tools, and structures! Contact Ben Baumgartner at ben.baumgartner@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.
