Fall Museum Calendar Roundup

Fall is the perfect season to visit Historic Washington Georgia, and we've got a full calendar of events and programs for you to enjoy when you get here. See what we've got for you and be sure to come check us out! 

Family Day & Exhibit Opening at Washington Historical Museum
Saturday, September 29th, 1-3 pm
To celebrate the opening of our new permanent exhibit "Children of the Georgia Piedmont 1820-1920" we're planning a day of family fun and games at the Washington Historical Museum! Have fun making your own corn husk doll, play gallery games, and get an old-time family photo. $10 per family, tickets available at the door

Ghost Hunt 101 at Fitzpatrick Hotel and Callaway Plantation
Saturday, October 6th, 6-11 pm
Join us for Ghost Hunt 101 sponsored by Fitzpatrick Hotel, CJ's Pizza, and Southeastern Institute for Paranormal Research! Ghost Hunt 101 will start at the famously haunted Fitzpatrick Hotel on the Square in Washington and cover all the basics of paranormal research including hauntings, psychic studies, investigation equipment, and evidence. The group will then break and meet up for a live ghost hunt at Callaway to include the Brick House, Grey House, Log Cabin, Schoolhouse, Blacksmith Shop, and Family Cemetery! Tickets are $23.00 each and include admission, sales tax and online convenience fee. We will be treated to a light dinner courtesy CJ's Pizza. Reservations are first come, first served, no holds. This one will sell out, so sign up now!

Kids Ghost Hunt 101 at Fitzpatrick Hotel and Callaway Plantation
Saturday, October 6th, 11 am - 4 pm
Join us for Ghost Hunt 101 sponsored by Fitzpatrick Hotel and Southeastern Institute for Paranormal Research! Specially offered for ages 12 - 17, Ghost Hunt 101 will start at the famously haunted Fitzpatrick Hotel on the Square in Washington and cover all the basics of paranormal research including hauntings, psychic studies, investigation equipment, and evidence. The group will then break and meet up for a live ghost hunt at Callaway to include the Brick House, Grey House, Log Cabin, Schoolhouse, Blacksmith Shop, and Family Cemetery! Adult chaperone required. Tickets are $28.00 each and include admission for one ghost hunter and one adult , sales tax and online convenience fee. A bag lunch will be provided. Reservations are first come, first served, no holds. This one will sell out, so sign up now!

Mule Day at Callaway Plantation
Saturday, October 13th, 10 am - 4 pm
Join us for the 38th annual Mule Day Festival at Callaway! Mule Day is a celebration of rural farm life in Georgia from the late 1700’s to 1900. The mule was the "tractor" for these early farms. There will be Mule Plowing Contests and a Mule Show with cash prizes. As you walk the grounds throughout the day, demonstrators will show how farms produced their own turpentine, wood shingles, pine straw baskets, soap, and so much more. A blacksmith will even be showing how horse shoes and nails were made.
Children can enjoy many hands-on activities such as mule plowing, rope making and weaving on a loom. They can interact with animals through pony rides and a petting zoo. A talented group of musicians will be playing the hammered dulcimer in the Manor House and other instruments. Vendors from around the Southeast will be selling their delicious foods and beautiful arts & crafts. $10 per car, tickets available day-of. More at https://muledaysouthernheritagefestival.org/

Scare on the Square
Saturday, October 13th, 5:15 - 10:15 pm
Witches. werewolves and ghosts, oh my! Our second annual Halloween celebration is Saturday, October 13th! Join us for Trick or Treating, Costume Contest, and watch a special outdoor showing of Hocus Pocus on the Square! More at https://www.downtownwashingtonga.com/

Knifemaking Workshop at Callaway Plantation
Saturday, October 20th, 10 am - 5 pm
Join us at Callaway for our knifemaking workshop! During our full-day class we will forge a blade, build a knife handle, and make a leather sheath in the blacksmith shop. Class will be led by John Moran, master bladesmith. Class is limited to 6 - hurry, spots are selling fast. $133 includes class admission, materials fee, and online convenience fee. Bring a lunch, this class meets for 7 hours. 

Resthaven Revisited
Saturday October 20th, 6-9 pm
Venture into Resthaven Cemetery in Historic Washington Georgia, as some of Washington's most notable residents return from beyond the grave on October 20 from 6-9 pm. Join us and hear the stories of the known, and lesser known residents that made Wilkes County one of the most historic counties in Georgia. Shuttles leave from the historic downtown square. Tickets $10 and available on site. One night only. For more information, please call 706-678-5001