PROUDLY SPONSORED BY THE WATERFORD FOUNDATION
75 Years of the Waterford Fair
2019 is the 75th year of the Waterford Fair. Started in 1944 as a means of supporting the preservation efforts of the newly formed Waterford Foundation as well as providing a venue for traditional arts, the Waterford Fair has earned a reputation as one of the country’s premier cultural events.
Since it’s beginning, visitors to the Fair have enjoyed touring historic homes, walking the National Landmark village and exploring the wealth of traditional arts, foods and entertainment. It is no different today! Come and see what the Fair is all about this October.
We are no longer accepting demonstrating artisan applications for 2019. If you are interested in learning more about participating as a demonstrating artisan please contact the fair director at [email protected].
The following applications will be available in May: Fine Art Exhibit and Sale, Photography Show and Sale, Dried Flowers Barn, and Baked Goods.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT
The Waterford Fair
See videos and pictures of past Fairs. Check out the artisans, entertainers and homes that were on tour during the 2018 Fair.
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RESERVE LODGING BEFORE SPECIAL DEALS RUN OUT!
Accommodations
Lodging suggestions for the Waterford Fair. Some local lodging providers offer special rates to Waterford Fair guests. These rates always sell out so get your reservations early.
MASTER ARTISANS
Exceptional creations
Artisans who demonstrate at the Waterford Fair are juried by professionals in the field. Their work must be made with traditional methods and display the highest quality of their craft.
what people love about the Waterford Fair
“I love the arts and crafts and my significant other loves the craft beer. Bonus, its a beautiful place!”
C FROM ASHBURN, VA
“This is how we get to see a little bit of America.”
M FROM SPRINGFIELD, VA
“We were told by a friend if we were ever on the East Coast the fair is a must and we agree!”
D & B FROM SANTA ROSA, CA
MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAMS OF
The Waterford Foundation
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE
Waterford Foundation
The mission of the Waterford Foundation is to preserve the historic buildings and open spaces of the National Historic Landmark of Waterford, Virginia and through education to increase the public’s knowledge of life and work in an early American rural community.
EXPLORE YOUR FAVORITE CRAFT
Waterford Craft School
You don’t have to wait until the Waterford Fair to explore your crafty side – take a class at the Waterford Craft School. Some of our instructors have been demonstrating artists at the Fair and all of them are experts in their field.
THESE ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORT PRESERVATION AND EDUCATION IN LOUDOUN COUNTY
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PET POLICY
We love your pooch too…
…which is why we don’t allow dogs at the Waterford Fair. Conditions at the Fair are not comfortable pets for several reasons including lack of water, crowds, heat, and no bathroom areas for pets. We ask that you leave them home so you can both have a more enjoyable day. Thank you!
