Cherry Hill Historic House and Farm

Name: Cherry Hill Historic House and Farm
Address: 312 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA, 22046, US
Telephone: +17032485171
Price range: $
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Cherry Hill Farmhouse is a house museum in Falls Church, Virginia. Cherry Hill Farmhouse was completed in 1845. Mr.
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The well-preserved house is an example of a Greek Revival Style framed home of the period. Today the house is fully furnished with antiques of the mid-19th century. Historic interpretations of the house focus primarily on the time period 1856-1865 when the Blaisdell family lived at Cherry Hill. William Blaisdell purchased the 73-acre farm in 1856. He sold the produce he grew on the premises at the

Centre Market in Washington D.C. Blaisdell successfully managed the farm through the Civil War. The City of Falls Church now owns and operates the Cherry Hill Farmhouse Museum, and its remaining property, known today as Cherry Hill Park. The household furnishings and antique tool collection in the Barn are owned by the Friends of Cherry Hill. Today, reenactments, concerts, readings, lectures, workshops, teas, and private events take place at Cherry Hill throughout the year. The house is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm however we strongly encourage visitors to call ahead to ensure tour availability or visit during our Open House hours scheduled Saturdays April through October from 10 am- 12pm. Special tours can be arranged for large groups, scout troops, and school children by calling 703-248-5171. Cherry Hill can also be rented for special occasions. The house and surrounding park provide a lovely setting for wedding receptions and small parties. The house capacity is 50 people for a standing event and 20 for a seated gathering. For larger parties, the outside grounds can be used and a tent is required. For more information on any scheduled events, rental information and availability of the Cherry Hill Farmhouse please contact Corey Jannicelli at 703-248-5171 or [email protected].

06/14/2024

🏳️‍🌈Happy Pride🏳️‍🌈

So grateful to be part of such a welcoming and open-minded community!

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06/12/2024

There's plenty in store for Vietnamese Heritage Day! Join the Vietnamese Literary and Artistic Club at the Farmhouse this Sunday from 10am-4pm.

In partnership with the Vietnamese Literary and Culture Club (VLAC), experience Vietnamese culture through authentic antiques, food, music, dance, fashion, and more!

Learn with us during Vietnamese Heritage Day this Sunday, June 16, at the Cherry Hill Historic House and Farm as we explore the unique heritage and culture of the local City of Falls Church Vietnamese community.

Learn more: fallschurchva.gov/VietnameseHeritageDay.

06/04/2024

Cherry Hill Farmhouse will be closed this Saturday, June 8th for the Tinner Hill Music Festival. We will be open again next Saturday, June 15th from 10am-12pm.

05/16/2024

Cherry Hill Farmhouse will be closed this Saturday, May 18th. We apologize for any inconvenience and will see you back on Saturday, May 25th from 10am-12pm!

05/11/2024

Come by the Farmhouse and Cherry Hill Park to explore women’s history in The Little City!💜💛

04/10/2024

The City of Falls Church officially declared Saturday, April 13th as World Art Day!

To celebrate, the Friends of Cherry Hill Foundation are hosting a program, "The Birth of Popular Music: A 19th-Century Innovation with Ken Avis" starting at 2pm at the Farmhouse.

Learn how the Washington DC area was at the forefront of the invention of popular music through jazz, blues, rock, soul, and punk music!

Celebrate World Art Day in the City at the Farmers Market on Saturday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Created by UNESCO, World Art Day celebrates art promotion, development, diffusion, and enjoyment.

Learn more about the arts that are happening in the City of Falls Church, and celebrate World Art Day with us!

🎨 fallschurchva.gov/WorldArtDay

Falls Church Farmers Market

04/05/2024

We're happy to host the Women's History Walk this year on Saturday, May 11th! We all could use a little more herstory in our lives💪

04/02/2024

Cherry Hill Farmhouse's Open House Season begins THIS Saturday, April 6th! Every Saturday from April-October, the Farmhouse will be open to the public from 10am-12pm.

The barn will not be open every Saturday, so check out our Spring Barn Day schedule here:

03/07/2024

Interested in contributing to the public landscape of the City of Falls Church? Falls Church City Council wants to hear from you! Follow the link to take the survey.

In honor of the City of Falls Church's 75th Anniversary, City Council plans to modernize the art in Council Chambers! The City wants to commission portraits that reflect the rich and diverse history of The Little City that will bring a fresh vision to the Chamber.

City Council is giving the community the opportunity to provide input on this project and wants to hear from you!
➡️ Take the survey: fallschurchva.gov/CouncilChambersArtSurvey.

03/06/2024

Thank you to Celtic Underground Music for performing at the Farmhouse last weekend! I hope everyone enjoyed the sounds of the season🍀

02/28/2024

Tickets are still available to the Celtic Underground Concert at the Farmhouse this Saturday, March 2nd at 6pm! Register here: https://vafallschurchweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=24065862

🍀🎶 Help ring in March with sounds of the season! 🎶🍀

Enjoy a lively evening of Irish, Americana, and Folk music in the intimate atmosphere of the Cherry Hill Historic House and Farm parlor this Saturday, March 2, at 6 p.m.

Learn more and register: fallschurchva.gov/CelticUnderground.

02/07/2024

Looking for activities for your kids to do this summer? Sign them up for Cherry Hill Farmhouse's annual Blast Into the Past summer camp! Campers will learn about the rich and vibrant history of the City of Falls Church through engaging activities, covering topics such as archaeology, the intersection between history and nature, archives, and much more.

Registration opens tomorrow for residents, and February 15th for non-City residents. Learn more in the Recreation and Parks brochure: https://www.fallschurchva.gov/DocumentCenter/View/792/Summer-Camps-Brochure?bidId=

01/08/2024

Can't wait to see what these students discover! Thank you Department of Historic Preservation at Mary Washington for helping us better understand our history.

Interested in working with Professor Spencer this semester researching historic properties in the region? Checkout a few opportunities below. If interested please reach out to Professor Spencer at [email protected] .

12/11/2023

❄️First dusting of the season❄️

12/02/2023

Thank you to everyone who supported the Children’s Holiday Shoppe! The Friends of Cherry Hill Foundation and the City of Falls Church greatly appreciate all the support that makes this event a success.

Have a happy holidays! I’m sure all your loved ones will enjoy your gifts🎁

12/01/2023

Here's a sneak peek at all the goodies the Friends of Cherry Hill Foundation have collected for the Children's Holiday Shoppe! If you know any children, bring them to the Falls Church Community Center between 9am-3pm to shop for some holiday treats.

11/25/2023

Sounds of the season🎶

11/22/2023

The Victorian Society at Falls Church, will be hosting their annual A Very Victorian Christmas at Cherry Hill Farmhouse this Saturday, November 25th from 10am-2pm! Enjoy live music, holiday carols, parlor games, seasonal refreshments, and more during this cherished event.

❄️🎄There's no better way to ring in the holiday season🎄❄️

Travel back in time during our Very Victorian Christmas this Saturday!

Visit the Cherry Hill Historic House and Farm to see how Christmas was celebrated during the Victorian age. Costumed re-enactors welcome friends for some 1860s and 1870s holiday cheer. Period decorations, music and Christmas carols, and children’s activities are all part of the free festivities.

Information on all holiday events happening in the City this season can be found at fallschurchva.gov/Holiday.

10/19/2023

🚨Announcing the menu for this Saturdays, Farm to Feast Dining Experience🚨

Appetizer: Chesapeake Oyster with Ground Cherry Migonnette and Virginia Ham Biscuits
First Course: Chesnut Soup with Smoked Duck Croutons
Entree: Fillet of Striped Bass over Sauteed Bitter Greens and Bacon with Green Beans and Shallots, and Apple Cider Reduction served with Celeriac Root Puree
Dessert: Baked Apple Pie with Peanut, Fennel, Hot Pepper, and Bourbon Brittle and Vanilla Ice Cream

Get your tickets today and register here!: https://web1.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/vafallschurchwt.wsc/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=20992187

10/06/2023

Today's the last day to donate clothes for the scarecrow making activity for Farm Day! Drop them off at the Community Center today.

If you want to make a scarecrow tomorrow, it is highly encouraged to bring your own clothes!

There will be a box in the Community Center to drop off your long sleeve shirts, pants, pantyhose, and hats for Farm Day!

10/03/2023

🍂Farm Day is THIS SATURDAY from 10am-3pm, rain or shine, at the Farmhouse & Cherry Hill Park! Come get your fall on with us!🍁

If you and/ or your loved ones are interested in making a scarecrow, it is highly encouraged to bring your own clothes for this activity!!

09/22/2023

Cherry Hill Farmhouse will be closed Saturday, September 23rd, due to the inclement weather.

Don't be too sad, because we'll be open for the Falls Church Festival, which is now Sunday, September 24th from 11:30am-1:30pm!

09/13/2023

The Farmhouse will be open for the Falls Church Festival from 10am-12pm!

The Festival has moved to Sunday, September 24. See the website for the latest info! www.fallschurchva.gov/Festival

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ORIGINAL POST :: We're gearing up for the delicious eats, good brews, and great music that will be at the Falls Church Festival on Saturday, September 23!

Here are all the details so you can plan your day and have a great time: https://mailchi.mp/fallschurchva/festival2023.

Address

312 Park Avenue
Falls Church, VA
22046

Opening Hours

10am - 12pm

Telephone

+17032485171

Website

http://cherryhillfallschurch.org/

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Cherry Hill Farmhouse was completed in 1845. The well-preserved house is an example of a Greek Revival Style framed home of the period. Today the house is fully furnished with antiques of the mid-19th century. Historic interpretations of the house focus primarily on the time period 1856-1865 when the Blaisdell family lived at Cherry Hill. William Blaisdell purchased the 73-acre farm in 1856. He sold the produce he grew on the premises at the Centre Market in Washington D.C. Mr. Blaisdell successfully managed the farm through the Civil War. The City of Falls Church now owns and operates the Cherry Hill Farmhouse Museum, and its remaining property, known today as Cherry Hill Park. The household furnishings and antique tool collection in the Barn are owned by the Friends of Cherry Hill. Today, reenactments, concerts, readings, lectures, workshops, teas, and private events take place at Cherry Hill throughout the year. The house is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm however we strongly encourage visitors to call ahead to ensure tour availability or visit during our Open House hours scheduled Saturdays April through October from 10 am- 12pm. Special tours can be arranged for large groups, scout troops, and school children by calling 703-248-5171. Cherry Hill can also be rented for special occasions. The house and surrounding park provide a lovely setting for wedding receptions and small parties. The house capacity is 50 people for a standing event and 20 for a seated gathering. For larger parties, the outside grounds can be used and a tent is required. For more information on any scheduled events, rental information and availability of the Cherry Hill Farmhouse please contact Corey Jannicelli at 703-248-5171 or [email protected].