Lavender & Legacy: A 250th Celebration

The house at Clifton was built in 1785, nine years after the Declaration of Independence, and not far from the birthplace of George Washington. This July, as America marks its 250th anniversary, we’re opening this historic estate for a day that connects the land, the lavender, and the rich story of the Northern Neck and its role in shaping America.

Lavender & Legacy is a full summer day at Two Bees Lavender. Stroll the lavender fields, taking in the beauty of the property and learn how we grow, harvest and use this fragrant plant. Then step inside: volunteers from the Lancaster County Historical Society will be guiding tours of our historic 1785 home, and an archaeologist from Virginia’s Department of Historic Resources will be on site to share what the land itself has to tell us about the people who lived and worked here.

Cap the afternoon with lunch and a cool glass of lavender lemonade from The Salty Lemon, and browse the farm store before ending your educational and entertaining day on the farm. It’s a day to slow down, get your hands in the soil, and feel the thread that runs from this ground all the way back to the founding of the country.

Tickets $25 – purchase here

• A portion of the ticket proceeds will benefit the Lancaster Virginia Historical Society

What’s included:

• A guided lavender picking experience in the field
• Guided historic house tours with Lancaster County Historical Society

Also on site:

• Archaeologist from the Virginia Department of Historic Resources
• The Two Bees Lavender farm store (Grand Opening)
• Pizza and hamburgers from Joe’s Grill (available for purchase)
• Lavender lemonade from The Salty Lemon (available for purchase)
• Book signing by local author J. Clare
• Food from Joe’s Grill (available for purchase)

Good to know:

• Wear closed-toe shoes suitable for both fields and a historic home
• Bring sunscreen and bug spray — you’ll be outdoors
• Children under 5 are welcome to join with a ticketed adult
• No pets allowed
• Tickets are timed — please arrive during your selected session window
• We make every effort to accommodate those with disabilities. Please be aware, however, that entry to the house is by stairs.

BUY TICKETS TODAY! Space and times are limited.