Waterford Foundation Inc.

05/31/2026

It's sunny, the birds are chirping, and it is a great day to come and explore Waterford on the last day of the Open House! Don't miss your chance to see Determined: The 300 Year Struggle for Black Equality before it goes back on the road, the fascinating discussions happening today part of the Preservation Academy, the chance to pick up a baby tree while supplies last, and more! Learn more about all the exciting things happening today by flipping through these slides or checking out our website at https://www.waterfordfoundation.org/event/waterford-open-house-2026/

05/30/2026

The sun has come out, and it is a great day to get out and explore the National Historic Landmark in your backyard! From opening of exhibits and children's activities, a nature walk on the Phillips Farm, fascinating discussions and talks from experts from all over the state, and guided walking tours diving into the history of Waterford- there is something for you and your entire family to enjoy! Scroll through to see all the things happening today at the Waterford Open House, and check out our event page to learn more: https://www.waterfordfoundation.org/event/waterford-open-house-2026/

05/29/2026

Come learn how to bring water and habitat restorations into your backyard! Join October Greenfield and Linnea Sherman from the Piedmont Environmental Council's restoration team to learn more about PEC's habitat-focused programs, including the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative and Plantings for the Piedmont. This session on Sunday May 31st from 2:00-3:30pm is open to anyone interested in learning more about the restoration opportunities in the region! Learn more about this fascinating discussion happening part of the Waterford Open House and RSVP at this link:https://www.waterfordfoundation.org/event/landowner-opportunities-for-water-and-habitat-restoration/ !

05/29/2026

The Waterford Open House and Preservation Academy is this weekend! Join us this Saturday May 30th and Sunday May 31st from 12-5pm to dive into the history and preservation of the Waterford National Historic Landmark! Find out all the ways that you can celebrate National Historic Preservation Month with us at this link: https://www.waterfordfoundation.org/event/waterford-open-house-2026/

We hope to see you there!

05/28/2026

Want to learn to be more self reliant or brush up on skills? Check out this upcoming Waterford Craft School class!

Could you survive a weekend in the wild? https://craftschool.waterfordfoundation.org/wilderness-survival-the-adult-edition/

Join us June 27 & 28 for a wilderness survival weekend designed just for adults (18+) at the Waterford Craft School. Learn essential outdoor survival skills including shelter building, fire making, navigation, finding and purifying water, foraging basics, and wilderness first aid through hands on instruction and real world practice.

Feeling adventurous? Students also have the option to camp overnight between class days and put their new skills to the test!

05/27/2026

How do we know what we know about the Waterford National Historic Landmark? Join historical consultant Debbie Robison for an exploration of how Waterford's captivating past is discovered through fascinating local case studies, and walk away with the exact tools and investigate techniques needed to research your own property!

Join us for this fascinating talk part of the Waterford Open House and Preservation Academy on Saturday May 30th at 3:30pm. Learn more and RSVP at this link: https://www.waterfordfoundation.org/event/waterford-uncovered/

05/25/2026

At the Waterford Open House, join us for special programs exploring everything from the flora and fauna of the Phillips Farm to the high tech world of archaeology! These special programs dive further into the work of the Waterford Foundation and our partners in the Waterford National Historic Landmark!

On Saturday at 2pm, come explore the natural side of the Waterford National Historic Landmark on a guided walk of the Phillips Farm with our friends at the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. You will meet your docents at the Waterford Old School and then walk down to the Phillips Farm!

On Sunday at 2pm, learn about the high tech world of archaeology and the student-led project to digitize the Collins Cottage Archaeology Project. This is presented by the Lightridge High School Archaeology program, and is hosted at the Waterford Mill (40105 Main Street)!

And on Sunday, don't miss your chance to pick up a free baby tree to take home from our friends at the Planting for the Piedmont program while supplies last!

Learn more about everything happening at the Waterford Open House and RSVP for these special programs at https://www.waterfordfoundation.org/event/waterford-open-house-2026/

05/24/2026

What does preserving Our Living Landmark really look like? Join us May 30–31 for the Preservation Open House and experience it firsthand! Explore historic buildings. Hear from preservation experts. Discover how history is cared for and stewarded, not just remembered. This is your chance to step behind the scenes of what keeps Waterford Our Living Landmark. Save the date and learn more at https://www.waterfordfoundation.org/event/waterford-open-house-2026/

05/23/2026

Dive further into the history of Waterford on a Guided Walking Tour at the Waterford Open House where you can experience the Waterford National Historic Landmark and walk through the history of the village with an experienced docent! There are two approximately 90 minute long guided walking tour happening each day of the Open House at 12:30pm and 2:30pm, and leave from the Waterford Old School. Tickets are $20, and can be purchased either ahead of time or day of. Learn more about the walking tours happening each day and get your tickets at https://www.waterfordfoundation.org/event/waterford-open-house-2026/