Scotchtown is about to turn 300 years old, and we want you there for the celebration! Our 300th Anniversary Festival will feature on-going and special, timed events throughout the day from 10:00am-5:00pm. There’ll be live music, historical artisans and guests including Mr. and Mrs. Henry, hearth cooking, colonial craft demonstrations, genealogy presentations, breweries, wineries, some …

What lurks in the shadows of Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown and Hanover Tavern after dark? It’s time for you to find out for yourself. Join Transcend Paranormal Investigators as they delve into the paranormal at two beautiful historic locations. They are pairing up with Preservation Virginia, Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown, and the Hanover Tavern to investigate Scotchtown …

“Women in Patrick Henry’s Life” specialty tour will highlight the strong contributions of women in the life of Patrick Henry. This tour will include his mother, a strong woman who heavily influenced his views on liberty and strongly encouraged the development of his natural talents. Other women presented include his two wives, oldest daughter, sisters …

Come check out the amazing historic cars of the Colonial Virginia Model A Ford Club as they visit Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown! Get up close and personal and ask all your historic car club questions. …

Based on real events, Historians, Presenters & Actors present “Was It Murder? A Colonial Mystery,” a play about a mysterious death involving one of Scotchtown’s early occupants. Taking place throughout the house, the play concludes in the rarely-open cellar. Afterward, enjoy refreshments in the kitchen by the open hearth fire as you hear ghost stories. …

Back by popular demand, our second annual “Patrick Henry Christmas!” Mr. Henry will be home for the holidays and looks forward to welcoming you as your host. He is planning a variety of games and both sweet and savory hors d’oeuvres for your enjoyment. He has also engaged dance-masters to teach you all the latest …

Ready to decorate your home for the holidays? Looking for a family-friendly activity for your loved ones and out-of-town guests? Bring them to Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown where we will help you make a variety of swags, wreaths and ornaments using historical styles and natural materials, many from the grounds of Scotchtown! $10 per person for …

Join the militia in drills; stop in the kitchen to see what the cook is making for the hungry soldiers; consult the surgeon on the latest treatments for what ails you. Swing by the house and meet the occupants of Scotchtown after Patrick Henry and his family have moved to the Governor’s Palace in Williamsburg. …

Home-schooling parents–are you looking for a hands-on way to teach your children about colonial Virginia? Bring them to Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown where we will show them everyday life back in Henry’s day. They will learn candle-making, cooking, the art of felting soap, along with colonial games, scavenger hunts and more! Parents can sign up their …