Special Events

 

In addition to regularly scheduled programs, Hampton also offers several special events throughout the year. Here you'll find information about some of our most popular events.

 

Holidays at Hampton

Our annual holiday event showcases seven generations of yuletide traditions from the 18th century to the mid-1920's. Highlights include mansion open houses (including an evening candlelight open house), arts and crafts, music performances, guided ranger programs, and more. This event takes place in December and offers activites and programs for all ages. Join us for posts, activities, and videos on our social media pages too!

 

Harvest Day

Spend a fall afternoon on the Hampton plantation and experience Antebellum-era farming traditions and techniques. Learn about pressing apples for cider, making corn husk dolls, and churning milk for butter. Hear the sounds of a blacksmith at work, along with 19th century music. Park rangers will guide you through the farm buildings where you can learn more about the lives of the indentured, enslaved, and paid laborers who fueled the Hampton estate. Living history volunteers will showcase music on the banjo and fiddle and demonstrate 19th century farming techniques.