2026-09-18 11:06 AM

Cherry Hill Event Lets Guests Take Part in 1863 Thanksgiving

The City of Falls Church will host a Civil War Thanksgiving Reenactment at Cherry Hill Farmhouse, 312 Park Ave., on Saturday, Nov. 26. Visitors are welcome to stop by any time between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to see what an 1863 Civil War Thanksgiving was like in Falls Church.

Spectators can watch costumed re-enactors re-create an 1863 Thanksgiving, as they host the holiday meal, listen to their war-time conversation, and take part in their parlor entertainment.

Admission is free and donations will be accepted.

This event is sponsored by the Recreation and Parks Division and the Victorian Society of Falls Church.

Cherry Hill Farmhouse is located at 312 Park Ave., Falls Church. For more information, call 703-248-5171.

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