3610 Blenheim Blvd.
In 1862-63, Federal soldiers left graffiti on the interior house walls of the c. 1859 brick home of the Willcoxon family. Learn about the challenges and experience of the common soldiers who left their marks on the walls; the lives of the Willcoxon family; and the struggles and perseverance of the enslaved laborers of African descent owned by the family.
For site history and information about programs go to https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Fun-Facilities/Cultural-Arts-and-History/Historic-Blenheim-Tours-and-History
Free Guided Historic Blenheim House tours
- Available Tuesday–Saturday at 1 p.m.
- Meet your knowledgeable docent in the Civil War Interpretive Center.
- Tour includes the house’s first floor and historic landscape.
- Limited to one group (up to 7 people)
Group reservations
- Groups of 4+ should call 703-591-0560 to schedule.
- Tour groups of 8 or more and educational tours and programs require reservations and a fee. Visit the history & heritage events page for more information.
Self-guided grounds tour
- Explore the secluded 12 acres of grounds and read interpretive signage along accessible pathways.
- See Grandma’s Cottage (c.1840)*, once home to Margaret Conn Willcoxon Farr, Albert Willcoxon’s sister. The cottage features rare log-wall construction with hewn timber framing and brick infill.
- Stop at the Willcoxon Family Cemetery, where both Willcoxon and Farr family members are buried.
*Note: Cottage interior is not currently open to the public.
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