Barrington was the original home of the last president of the Republic of Texas, Dr. Anson Jones. Today, Barrington is dedicated to telling the story of the Jones family and those enslaved in 1850s Texas through ongoing interactive living history demonstrations. As an active farmstead, we raise heirloom crops and heritage breed livestock dating to the 1850s era. Visitors are invited to join in discussions of what they observe with the authentically dressed living history interpreters onsite -- and even participate in some activities! Pick up a Visitors Guide when you arrive and engage in a self-guided, self-paced immersive tour of life in the 1850s! Tickets are purchased at the Visitor Center of Washington-on-the-Brazos and include 3 sites: a guided tour of Independence Hall, entry into the Star of the Republic Museum, and entry into Barrington. Adults: $8
Seniors and Veterans: $7
Students (over 5) and College Students: $5
Children 5 and under: FREE
Family pass (2 adults, 1 student): $20
Each additional student: $1
Active Duty Military and Families: FREE
Visit our website for information about and to reserve School and Group tours:
https://www.thc.texas.gov/historic-sites/washington-brazos/school-program-options
School Group Tours (20 or more students): $2 per student for 1 site, or $5 per student for all 3 sites (Independence Hall, Star of the Republic Museum, Barrington)
Adult Group Tours: $6 per person for 1 or all sites
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