Come join us for an afternoon of craft and history! Bring your current crafting project with you (knitting or not) to work on, trade crafting tips and project ideas with other craft and history lovers, and discover how knitting became an act of patriotism, survival, and solidarity during the Civil War with special guest speaker […]
2026 Historic Waterford 5K/10K Trail Run/Walk Registration is NOW OPEN Sign up to volunteer on race day! Lace Up for the Landmark! Join us Saturday, May 9, 2026 for a 5K/10K trail run and Fun Run through the scenic trails, vineyards, and streets of historic Waterford, Virginia. This will be an in-person event. The course […]
Have you ever wandered by the Second Street School or the Waterford Mill and wanted to learn more? Now's your chance! Come take a step back in time and immerse […]
Historic Easements Workshop: Historic preservation easements are an important tool in stewarding historic properties. Come join Claire Jones, Associate Director of the Easements Program at the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and Brad McDonald, Stewardship Coordinator and Archaeologist at the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, for a talk about what historic preservation easements are, how […]
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 […]
What does it mean to be "historic"? Historic Designations Demystified Property owners in Waterford may notice several historic designations attached to their properties. What does it mean if a property is part of a National Historic Landmark (NHL), listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register or the Loudoun County Heritage Register, or in a County-designated Historic […]
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 […]
Waterford Uncovered: How We Discover the Town's Past and How You Can Research Your House's History Join historical consultant Debbie Robison for an exploration of how Waterford's captivating past is […]
Join us for the 2026 Waterford on the Rocks Cocktail Series! Join a small group of Friends to support the work of the Waterford Foundation at the 2026 Waterford on […]
Uprooting the Invaders: Managing Invasive Plants to Restore a Healthy Environment Invasive plants may look harmless, but these unassuming invaders cause harm to the environment, the economy, and the health of humans and our wildlife neighbors. Taking small actions to protect our native environment today will lay the foundation for a healthy habitat enjoyed by […]
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 […]
