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Oatlands is open daily from 9am to 5pm
Guided tours available on Mon & Wed-Sun 11 a.m., 1 p.m., & 3 p.m.

Welcome to Oatlands

A National Treasure

in the heart of Loudoun County

Founded in 1798 as a plantation and site of enslavement, Oatlands is a place of striking beauty and profound history. This land carries histories of Indigenous presence, of bondage and emancipation, of injustice and resilience. It has witnessed both the promise of freedom and the painful limits placed upon it.

Today, Oatlands holds space for memory and for possibility. Walk the gardens. Stand beneath the trees. Step inside these walls. They are silent witnesses to centuries of change. Within them are stories of freedom claimed, denied, and reimagined across generations.

We care for this land not only for what it reveals about our shared past, but for how it
invites us into deeper understanding today. Across 418 acres of trails and historic spaces, you are welcomed to explore history—and your place within it. At Oatlands, history is lived, layered, and still unfolding.

We welcome you to be part of its next chapter!

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  • Historic Garden Week Tour

    April 18 - April 20
  • Loudoun Sketch Club Annual Show

    Art in the Heart of Loudoun Annual Art Show graphic for 2026 showing a painting of a colorful spray of flowers in a loose, somewhat impressionist style.April 18 @ 10:00 am - April 26 @ 5:00 pm
  • Together We Win

    Together We Win event flyer featuring vintage graphics and historic photos related to military themes.April 25 - April 26
  • Mothers Day Tea

    Mothers-Day-TeaMay 10
  • Twilight Tours – Mystery in Madness

    Twilight Tours FlyerMay 31 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Twilight Tours – From Shadows to Pride

    Twilight Tours FlyerJune 29 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Oatlands in the News

“A New Balustrade for Oatlands”

  • January 7, 2026
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Middleburg Life Article

“Meet Your Neighbor: Dr. Margaret Salazar-Porzio Envisions an Oatlands for All”

  • January 5, 2026
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“Marshall Center launches ‘Loudoun Heritage Pass'”

  • December 8, 2025
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Thirty people from 28 countries took the Oath of Allegiance Sept. 19 at Oatlands in Leesburg and became the nation's newest citizens. Alexis Gustin/Loudoun Now

“Oatlands Hosts Naturalization Ceremony for 30 New Citizens”

  • October 23, 2025
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National Trust President and CEO Carol Quillen speaks during a Oct. 9, 2025, gathering at Oatlands. Norman K. Styer/Loudoun Now

“The Power of Place: Quillen Lauds Impacts of Oatlands’ Stories”

  • October 23, 2025
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Between Leesburg and Middleburg, Oatlands Historic House and Gardens shines under Virginia fall colors. Credit: Jim Hanna Photography

“Middleburg: Small-Town Virginia Lives On Outside the Nation’s Capital”

  • October 23, 2025
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 Margaret Salazar-Porzio, Ph.D.

Salazar-Porzio appointed executive director at Oatlands

  • October 1, 2025
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An historic non-profit in Loudoun County, Virginia with 400 acres, and 20 structures. Become a member and visit year round to hike and explore!

Together, we make history and we move forward. Thi Together, we make history and we move forward. This is true today as it was in this 1917 broadside.

Join us for Living History Weekend:
📅 April 25–26

Step into the stories of soldiers, workers, and everyday people whose collective efforts shaped the course of the World Wars. Because history isn’t just what happened—it’s what people made happen, together!
Details at Oatlands.org
Looking for something different to do this April? Looking for something different to do this April?
Spend the day at Oatlands—wander the gardens, explore the grounds, and visit the Loudoun Sketch Club Annual Show, April 18-26.

Beautiful art, inspiring surroundings, and a chance to support local artists all in one visit! Bring a friend (or two).
#VisitLoudoun #localartists #loudounsketchclub
It's not too late to join us for our Twilight Tour It's not too late to join us for our Twilight Tour on Folklore & Phantoms!
Tour starts at 7:30pm. Don't forget your walking shoes and remember to dress for the weather. 
Details at Oatlands.org
#VisitLoudoun #TwilightTours
Twilight Tour Tomorrow Night 👀 Join us at Oatland Twilight Tour Tomorrow Night 👀

Join us at Oatlands for Folklore and Phantoms, our Twilight Tour happening Wednesday, April 8th at 7:30 PM.

You won’t want to miss this one—the stories are fun and just the right way to shake up your week. Skip the usual routine and spend your evening exploring Oatlands at dusk! Details at Oatlands.org
History comes to life at Oatlands! Join us for a History comes to life at Oatlands!

Join us for a Living History Weekend "Together We Win: Shared Sacrifice and the Struggle for Justice in the World Wars"
📅 April 25 (10 AM–4 PM)
📅 April 26 (10 AM–3 PM)

Living history interpreters, classic vehicles, special speakers, and hands-on experiences for all ages. Come see how ordinary people helped shape extraordinary change. Check Oatlands.org for details.
Celebrate the season with special tours and spring Celebrate the season with special tours and spring blooms during one of the most beautiful times of year to visit. 
Special Garden Week Tours (April 18–20 at 10am)
Details at Oatlands.org
#historicgardenweek #gardenweek
Happy Easter to all who celebrate 🌷 Wishing you a Happy Easter to all who celebrate 🌷

Wishing you a day filled with joy, renewal, and time spent with the people you love. As spring unfolds across the landscape, it’s a beautiful reminder of new beginnings and the simple pleasures of the season.
Extreme Journeys summer camp at Oatlands is design Extreme Journeys summer camp at Oatlands is designed for middle schoolers who are ready to explore, think, and try something new!

There are three sessions with limited spots. Sign up today!
https://www.hallowedground.org/education/day-camps/
Oatlands.org for more information
#summercamps #extremejourneyhistorycamp #journeythroughhallowedground
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Leesburg, VA 20175
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