Step back in time for a Revolutionary drama set in the summer of 1775. Watch as Lewis Burwell of Fairfield visits John Page at Rosewell to ponder weighty decisions. Listen […]
The Revolutionary World of Lewis Burwell
Written by Sara Lewis, Development Officer As we celebrate with fireworks and watermelon and reflect on nearly 250 years of American independence, we are reminded of the Burwell family of […]
Meet the Artist and Print Unveiling: P. Buckley Moss at Timberneck
We are so honoredto have had P. Buckley Moss paint a beautiful portrait of Timberneck for us! We will be hosting the renowned artist at Timberneck in Machicomoco State Park […]
Solstice Walk at Fairfield Archaeology Park
Join us for the annual Solstice Walk at Fairfield Archaeology Park! We’ll enjoy some cool weather hiking as we traverse portions of the Fairfield property. Meet at the Fairfield manor […]
Fairfield Friends and Family Bonfire
Many of you have joined us in the past 4 years for a friends and family potluck and bonfire at Fairfield. We think it’s been a fun event in the […]
Archaeology Camp Year Two: The Rain Strikes Back
By Rachel Boyd, Outreach Coordinator This year we hosted our second year of archaeology summer camps, and, despite the rain, we had a great time! Some activities from last year […]
Fairfield Mantel Returns Home
The Fairfield manor house is most recognized for its massive diagonally-set chimney stacks. which stand out to anyone who sees them. The house had several sets, including two doubles and […]
Another Fairfield Adventure In Preservation!
When people first think about the Fairfield Foundation, they typically think about our archaeology programs, our public outreach, or perhaps our future home: the Center for Archaeology, Preservation and Education […]
Bricks and Mortar: Using archaeology and preservation to save the past
Chocolate and Peanut Butter. Peanut Butter and Chocolate. These are undeniably two great things that go great together. The same should be true of archaeology and architectural conservation. Excavations frequently […]
Lithic Analysis at Fairfield: Chris Godschalk’s Summer Fellowship
Hello everyone. My name is Christopher Godschalk. I am a rising senior at the College of William & Mary majoring in Anthropology. This summer, with generous funding from a Chappell Undergradute […]
