ⓘ The Jackson House Museum Store and Exhibit Gallery will reopen on March 1, 2025.

While the historic Jackson House itself will be temporarily closed for maintenance, it is scheduled to reopen by April 1, 2025. During March, while guided tours of the house are unavailable, visitors can enjoy engaging talks in the garden led by our interpretation team. These free talks will explore the lives of Thomas and Anna Jackson and the rich history of the house. Additionally, all guests will receive complimentary access to our self-guided tour videos, providing visitors the opportunity to still see the rooms while the house is closed. We appreciate your patience and support as we continue our efforts to preserve the house for future generations.

Apple Day

Saturday, October 5, 2024
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The Jackson House Museum will hold its annual Apple Day Celebration on Washington Street in front of the Jackson House Museum. Festivities include cider pressing, music, dancing, storytelling, games, and crafts for children of all ages.

Participants have a chance unplug from modern technology and enjoy some old-fashioned family fun! Watch an antique, hand-cranked cider press in action, enjoy learning 19^th- century dancing, such as the Polka, a favorite of Thomas Jackson. Throughout the day children will have the opportunity to learn how to make dolls, potato scarecrows like the Jacksons used for their garden, play apple toss, pin-the-tail-on-Little Sorrel, and more. Or sit back, relax, and enjoy storytelling from a costumed interpreter.

All the demonstrations and activities are free. Regular admission prices to tour the house apply. Residents of Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County receive free admission for the tour.

For further information on Apple Day and the Jackson House Museum, please call (540) 464-7704.

Christmas at the Jacksons

Sunday, December 15, 2024
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Visitors will step back in time and experience an 1859 Christmas while interacting with costumed interpreters. Those who attend will also have an opportunity to be a part of the “preparations” by singing Christmas Carols, churning butter in the kitchen, and helping our 1859 visitors pick the proper outfit for dinner. Last tour will be at 6:40 p.m.

Admission for the event is canned food for humans and/or pets to benefits the Rockbridge Area Relief Association Food Pantry. Help us give back to our local community and come out for an evening of candlelit magic.

For further information on Christmas at the Jacksons’ and the Jackson House Museum, please call (540) 464-7704.