Symposium on 18th Century Living and Customs, An Evening with Mrs. Hancock.
2026-04-17 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)

Symposium Junior
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:30
The annual history symposium junior takes place at the Meeting House, at 182 S. Main Street, Washington, PA 15301. Each year, the presenters are chosen based on the period in time they represent and their connection to Southwestern PA. Admission is $5 per child. This is one of the Bradford House Historical Association’s annual fundraisers, supporting our mission to educate.
Suitable for those 5 to 10 years old.
2026 features Mrs. Hancock
A school-age program with Mrs. Hancock. The program will last roughly an hour and half. There will be time for questions and photo opportunities.

Spring Homeschoolers’ Day
2026-04-21 10:00 - 14:00
The annual Homeschoolers’ Day takes place in downtown Washington, PA. Each year, activities are chosen that related to 18th century living and local history. This is one of the Bradford House Historical Association’s annual fundraisers, supporting our mission to educate.
Event Details:
Tour the Bradford House, the National Historic Landmark home of David Bradford, a leader of the 1794 Whiskey Rebellion, to learn about 18th century lifestyles.
Observe a hearth-cooking demonstration in the log kitchen cabin and sample a “sugar cake.”
Tour the Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center, a walk-through timeline on the causes, events, people, places, and outcomes of the Rebellion.
Stop in the Meeting House for hands-on activities like writing with a quill pen and dyeing wool.
Try 18th century toys and games in the Bradford House Garden.
Located in Washington, PA:
The Bradford House, 175 S. Main St.
The Meeting House, 182 S. Main St.
Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center, 184 S. Main St.
The Bradford House parking lot will be closed; use metered street or lot parking.
$9 online registration
$10 at door
Ages 4 and up pay
Preregistration is recommended, to help us better plan for the day.
Questions? Email education@bradfordhouse.org.

Cooking Demonstrations with Kate
2026-04-25 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-27 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-25 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-28 10:00 - 16:00
Cooking demonstrations in the Bradford House’s kitchen cabin and occasional demonstrations in the Meeting House.
On the last Saturday of each month and for several special events, Kate has an authentic program planned, Jorma will assist Kate, and other special guests will make appearances. On-site cooking demonstrations are a great way to portray 18th-century living.

Whiskey Rebellion Festival
2026-07-07 - 2026-07-08

Whiskey Rebellion Festival
2026-07-09
The Whiskey Rebellion Festival celebrates the heritage and unique character of the region by focusing on the historical significance of the Whiskey Rebellion, a history that is exclusive to western Pennsylvania and primarily Washington County. The festival honors the significant period of America’s early days through historic reenactments, period exhibitions and demonstrations, family fun, frontier art, heritage music and food, all the while shining a national spotlight on the city, county and region. Community-focused entertainment combines with nationally renowned artists to create a festival that acknowledges the past, celebrates the present and looks toward the future.

Whiskey and Spirits Walk
2026-07-10 18:00 - 21:00

Whiskey Rebellion Festival
2026-07-11 12:00 - 18:00
The Whiskey Rebellion Festival is held by the Bradford House Historical Association.
The Whiskey Rebellion Festival honors the significant period of America’s early days through historical reenactments, period exhibitions and demonstrations, family fun, frontier art, heritage music, and food while shining a national spotlight on the city, county, and region. Community-focused entertainment combines nationally renowned artists to create a festival that acknowledges the past, celebrates the present, and look toward the future. The festival always is held the second weekend in July.
The festival takes place in downtown Washington, Pa, with a footprint covering the Washington Financial parking lot at Wheeling Street, traveling down Main Street, and ending at Maiden Street. The main events take place on Saturday. The event kicks off with a history parade. The Bradford House, the Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center and the Meeting House are open for tours during the day on Saturday. And then Saturday concludes with a music headliner.
The festival is comprised of:
Local history group display tables
Blue Eagle Tavern
Food trucks
Historic attraction tours
Lil’ Rebels area
Mercantile area
Music
Reenactors
Street theatre
Courthouse tours
Profits go to the BHHA.

Hands on History Day Camp
2026-08-03 09:00 - 2026-08-07 12:00
An immersive experience into late 18th century living on the southwestern Pennsylvania frontier.
Campers explore the 1790s through various activities, such as crafts, games, food, music, and lessons, tour the museums, examine artifacts, and dress in period clothing. Demonstrators and reenactors interact with the campers, sharing their knowledge of tools, trades, and lifestyle. The camp is for children who have completed grades 3, 4, 5 or 6. Space is limited to 20 campers. August 3, 2026, through August 7, 2026, 9 AM-12 PM
Registration Link Coming Soon!

16th Annual Whiskey Rebellion Dinner
2026-11-06 18:00 - 21:00

Small Business Saturday
2026-11-28 08:00 - 18:00
This November 28th, Downtown Washington kicks off Small Business Season with Small Business Saturday! Check out the specials being offered by our locally-owned shops, restaurants, and libation locations. Take the pledge to support local and purchase unique holiday gifts with sales and specials at your favorite stores.
From November 28th through December 20th, enter to win Downtown’s “Here’s to 2021” Prize Pack, including tickets to next year’s Washington events, goodies from around town, and a photography package for your 2021 holiday photos. It’s easy to enter:
1. Take a picture of your Downtown purchase and put it on Facebook
2. Tag the business where you shopped
3. Tag the WBDA @DowntownWashingtonPA

Small Business Saturday
2026-11-28 09:30 - 16:00
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY!
1. We will be offering a free cookie from our outdoor kitchen cabin for the breakfast crawl.
2. Kate will be in the kitchen cabin offering a free cooking demonstration.
3. The Bradford House will be open from 10 am to 4pm, featuring Wylde Celt, Magnolia Bough Jewelry, Casie Brigich, and Gifts and Al Pierson’s wood carving. (These were the 2025 vendors and we hope they return for 2026)
4. The Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center will be open from 10 am to 4 pm.
5. The Meeting House will be open from 10 am to 4 pm for the Little Rebels Make & Take kids’ craft activities.
6. The Bradford House and Visitor Center Gift Shops feature unique Whiskey Rebellion-themed items and books by local authors.
7. The Bradford House Museum will be beautifully decorated for the upcoming holiday season.
8. Free walk-through tours of the Museum are provided during Small Business Saturday.
9. Docents, dressed in period attire, will be on hand to tell you about David Bradford and explain various 18th-century holiday traditions.
Get a jump on your holiday shopping; we’ll have some fantastic vendors.
The Bradford House
175 S. Main Street
Washington, PA 15301

Historic House Hop
2026-11-28 13:00 - 16:00
The Bradford House Museum and the Washington County Bar Association are offering a Historic House Hop on Saturday, November 28, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Start at the Visitor Center (184 S. Main Street) and get a map of where to visit.
Participants include:
The Bradford House Museum.
The Washington County Bar Association’s office/house.
The Administration House at W&J College.
Dennis Makel’s Office.
The Courthouse/”The People’s Palace.”
The Le Moyne House.
These homes will be beautifully decorated for the upcoming holiday season.
Jump on a trolley to travel from house to house!
Trolley rides are FREE thanks to a donation by the Bradford House Museum, the Washington County Bar Association and the Washington Business District Authority.
