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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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Upcoming Events

  • Twilight Tours – Folklore & Phantoms

    Twilight Tours FlyerApril 8 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • 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

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!

April is a big one at Oatlands 👀 We’re launching a April is a big one at Oatlands 👀
We’re launching a whole lineup of new programs and experiences all month long:
✨ Twilight Tours (April 8 @ 7:30pm)
🌿 Garden Week special tours (April 18–20 @ 10am)
🎨 Loudoun Sketch Club show (April 18–25)
🏛️ Living History Weekend (April 25–26)

If you’re looking for something different to do—or a unique experience you won’t find anywhere else—come to Oatlands! Explore the gardens in bloom and learn about local history! Details at Oatlands.org
#LivingHistory #historicgardenweek #gardentours #loudounsketchclub
Art is blooming at Oatlands! 🌸 We are proud to ann Art is blooming at Oatlands! 🌸
We are proud to announce the Loudoun Sketch Club Annual Show is coming to Oatlands, April 18-26. Local artists bring the beauty of our region to life through their beautiful art!

🗓 April 18–26
🕙 10 AM – 5 PM

Discover original works, meet talented artists, and take home something that speaks to you.
Your midweek plans just got an upgrade! Experienc Your midweek plans just got an upgrade!

Experience Oatlands after dark with our Twilight Tour series—beginning with Folklore and Phantoms next Wednesday, April 8 at 7:30 PM.

A little history, a little mystery, and a whole different way to experience the landscape. We’re rolling out a new Twilight Tour every month—stay tuned or head to Oatlands.org for details.
Okay, okay—we couldn’t resist! The truth is, our Okay, okay—we couldn’t resist!

The truth is, our iconic 200-year-old, 1,700-pound, 20-foot-tall columns weren’t stolen—they’re being carefully restored and remade thanks to the incredible craftsmanship of Shenandoah Planing Mill.

This work helps preserve the Oatlands mansion while ensuring these remarkable architectural features stand strong for generations to come.

You can see the beautifully restored columns for yourself during Garden Week (April 18–25) and at our Living History Weekend (April 25–26).

We look forward to welcoming you!
We have some unfortunate news to share… One of th We have some unfortunate news to share…

One of the columns from the Oatlands mansion has been stolen. Yes—an entire column!

We’re talking 200 years old, 1,700 pounds, and 20 feet tall. Just… gone.

We have so many questions. Mainly: HOW??

If you’ve seen anything suspicious (or happen to have a massive historic column lying around), please let us know.

…or maybe just check back later today.

#AprilFools
Looking for a summer camp for your middle schooler Looking for a summer camp for your middle schooler? 👀
Extreme Journeys History Camp is hands-on, active, and unlike anything else out there! This summer kids will:
🚲 Bike historic landscapes
🌿 Explore sites from Gettysburg to Monticello
🔍 Solve historical “mysteries”
🧠 Build confidence and critical thinking

Spots are filling fast—don’t wait!
https://www.hallowedground.org/education/day-camps/
Oatlands.org for more information
#extremejourney #journeythroughhallowedground #summercamps
Your April plans just got better! Oatlands is laun Your April plans just got better!
Oatlands is launching a full month of new experiences:
✨ Twilight Tours (April 8 @ 7:30pm)
🌿 Garden Week tours (April 18–20 @ 10am)
🎨 Loudoun Sketch Club show (April 18–25)
🏛️ Living History Weekend (April 25–26)

Grab friends, try something new and different!
Oatlands.org
#VisitLoudoun #springhassprung🌸
Looking for something different to do midweek? Jo Looking for something different to do midweek?

Join us at Oatlands after hours for our Twilight Tour series—starting with Folklore and Phantoms on April 8 at 7:30 PM.

Think history, mystery, and just enough edge to keep it interesting.
It’s your new favorite weeknight plan.

Stay tuned for a special Twilight Tour every month, or check out Oatlands.org for upcoming dates.
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Leesburg, VA 20175
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