• Bradford Pear - Espalier
• (Pyrus calleryana 'Bartlett')

• Brown Eyed Susan
• (Rudbeckia fulgida var. fulgida)

• Chinese Abelia
• (Abelia chinensis)

• Daffodils
• (Narcissus)

• English Bluebells
• (Hyacinthoides non-scripta)

• Euphorbia
• (Euphorbia 'Diamond Frost')

• Flowering quince
• (Chaenomeles speciosa)

• Flowering Tobacco
• (Nicotiana alata)

• Golden Bridalwreath Spiraea
• (Spiraea thunbergii 'Ogon')

• Grape Hyacinth
• (Muscari armeniacum)

• Hopi Crapemyrtle
• (Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi')

• Joe-Pye Weed
• (Eupatorium purpureum)

• Kenilworth Ivy
• (Cymbalaria muralis)

• Naked Ladies
• (Lycoris squamigera)

• Ornamental Onion
• (Allium senescens var. glaucum)

• Perennial Sweet Pea
• (Lathyrus latifolius)

• Plumbago
• (Ceratostigma plumbaginoides)

• Purple Coneflower
• (Echinacea purpurea)

• Rock Cress
• (Aubrietia deltoides)

• Russian Sage
• (Perovskia atriplicifolia)

• Species tulip
• (Tulipa specie)

A stately mansion, beautiful rolling farmland, exquisite gardens, a repository of more than 200 years of American history and culture – all of these can be found at Oatlands Historic House and Gardens near Leesburg, Virginia.

Established in the early 19th century by George Carter, Oatlands was a thriving wheat plantation and base for numerous business enterprises until the time of the Civil War. During most of the 20th century Oatlands served as the country estate of Mr. and Mrs. William Corcoran Eustis, affluent Washingtonians with strong ties to the American political arena.

Now a National Trust Historic Site and a National Historic Landmark, Oatlands is flourishing with four full seasons of activities. Come visit this beautiful part of Virginia with its important historic landscape, hear the stories Oatlands has to tell, discover the history of the place and its personalities, and enjoy the many programs and events at Oatlands.

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Oatlands closes each year from Dec. 31 to late March of the following year to allow for cleaning, maintenance and preservation projects. Opening day in 2012 is March 25. We hope to see you then!  We also host teas and special events in February and March. Please check back often for updates.

OATLANDS ELECTS MICHAEL J. O’CONNOR AS CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

LEESBURG, VA--The Board of Directors of Oatlands Historic House and Gardens is proud to announce the election of Michael J. O'Connor of Leesburg, VA as its new Chairman.

Mr. O'Connor, although never having lost his Chicago accent, has been in Loudoun County for over thirty (30) years.  He is actively involved in many civic activities in Leesburg and Loudoun County.

As one of the founders and co-chairs of the Downtown Improvment Association, Mr. O'Connor spearheaded many of the the changes the Town of Leesburg will witness over the next few years.  Mr. O'Connor is a sponsor of Leesburg's First Night; he has been active on the Oatlands Board of Directors for eight years; he is on the Board of Governers for Middleburg Hunt; he is a Board member of the former Cross Roads; and he has been a Board Director of the Virginia League of Conservation Voters.

He is active politically and has participated, in a bi-partisan manner, in many of the elections here in Loudoun County.  Mr. O'Connor was the 2010 Business Leader of the Year for Loudoun Democratic Party.

Mr. O'Connor is committed to building the local economy and is a local business owner himself.  Through Kingdom Enterprise, his real estate company located in Leesburg, he is involved in many of the Leesburg downtown businesses.  All of the properties he owns are rented and running successful, vibrant and meaningful businesses.  He is also owner of The Palio Ristorante Italiano in downtown Leesburg which has sponsored events for the Loudoun Symphony, Leesburg Airport, The Leesburg Veterans of Foreign Wars, and many other civic organizations.

Mr. O'Connor is also the Owner and CEO of Facilities Solutions Group in Reston, VA providing services to corporate and Federal government entities and the intelligence community.

Oatlands tea season kicks off with our Valentine's Day teas on February 11 and 12. Spend a relaxing afternoon over tea with savory and sweet goodies served in Oatlands historic Carriage House. This is a great way to show your love or appreciation for someone special! $26.95 per person, plus tax.

Just for Valentine's Day, we are offering specially themed Romance Tours of Oatlands mansion.  Hear tales of love affairs and happy endings during these tours offered only on February 11 and 12 at 12noon and 2pm.  Reservations are required for these special tours, and the cost is $12 per person ($6 per person if combined with tea).

Cap off your day with our Gift Shop Sale February 10 through 14.  Get the best bargains of the year in Oatlands' lovely gift shop, and support our wonderful property while stocking up on unique items for your gift-giving needs (or for yourself!).  The gift shop is open 10am-4pm February 10 through 14 for this fabulous sale.

 A Winter Afternoon with Andrew McKnight
3-5pm, Sunday February 19, 2012

Nationally acclaimed singer/songwriter Andrew McKnight will perform as a benefit for Oatlands from 3-5pm on Sunday, February 19.  Oatlands is thrilled to host a performer of Andrew's caliber!  Andrew regularly tours across the country, bringing his warm and supple vocals and masterful guitar to a variety of venues including the Kennedy Center, small theaters, music festivals and radio shows.  His music is folk with a message.

Tickets to this very special and intimate concert are $20 and are available for advance purchase by clicking here.  Coffee, tea, hot cocoa and cookies will be served.

The Oatlands commemorative brick path is a special and unique way to honor a person or remember an occasion.  The pathway has been filling quickly as blank bricks are changed to inscribed bricks.   

Are you searching for the perfect birthday, anniversary or holiday gift for a family member or friend? Perhaps you wish to remember special people in your life with a gift in their honor or memory, or memorialize an Oatlands wedding. The commemorative brick program at Oatlands offers you this unique gift-giving opportunity.