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A History of Trees at Ferry Farm

November 14, 2018November 14, 2018 / ferryfarmandkenmore

The moment anyone mentions trees and George Washington, you probably think of the famous Cherry Tree Story. However, this tale of young George taking a hatchet to his father's cherry tree and, when confronted about the act, asserting "I cannot tell a lie" is probably just that -- a story meant to demonstrate the integrity … Continue reading A History of Trees at Ferry Farm

Video: UV Light in Museums

April 4, 2016April 4, 2016 / ferryfarmandkenmore

Ultraviolet light is an important and useful tool within the museum world. In this video, we show you how archaeologists and curators use UV light in their work with artifacts and historic objects.  

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Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401
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Fredericksburg, Virginia 22405

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