Concerts
Appalachian Chamber Music Festival Presents the Parlor Concert Series at Happy Retreat
Seated in the intimacy of the parlors at Happy Retreat, audiences can enjoy chamber music played in a 19th Century parlor, where the acoustics of the space are perfectly suited to experience these dynamic and engaging performances. Curated by the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival, the concerts assemble high-caliber musicians of both regional and international renown.
Save the Date!
Wednesday, July 31st, 2024 at 7 pm
Study of the Enslaved at Happy Retreat: The Washington and Hammond Era, 1747-1837
On July 31st at 7PM at Fisherman’s Hall – 321 S. West Street, Charles Town, West Virginia — we will be meeting with Jane Ailes who will be presenting her finished report on the “Study of the Enslaved at Happy Retreat: The Washington and Hammond Era, 1747-1837”. This report will take us up to 1837 when Judge I. R. Douglass purchased Happy Retreat.
Please join Friends of Happy Retreat for this important milestone in our research into Happy Retreat’s African American Heritage History.
Saturday, September 7th 11am-6pm
2024 Craft Beer & Music Festival
The annual Happy Retreat Craft Beer & Music Festival is held on the historic grounds of Happy Retreat, former home of Charles Town founder Charles Washington. Join us for local craft beer, food vendors and touring bands!
Past Concerts
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Events at Happy Retreat
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