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Welcome—from the Executive Director

A National Treasure in the heart of Loudoun County

Welcome to Oatlands—one of Loudoun County’s most cherished historic landmarks!

Here, land, history, and community come together across 418 acres of natural beauty, formal gardens, winding trails, and 28 buildings spanning the 19th and 20th centuries. Every path, brick, and tree tells a story—of the people who lived and labored here, and of those who continue to care for this extraordinary place today.

Discover Oatlands in your own way: take a guided tour, wander through the gardens, explore the trails, or picnic beneath centuries-old trees. Join us for theatre and talks, hands-on workshops, family programs, or our beloved seasonal Afternoon Teas. Each visit reveals something new—beauty, reflection, and a deeper connection to the stories that shaped Loudoun County and our shared American heritage. The past meets the present, and every visitor becomes part of the unfolding story of this remarkable place.

We can’t wait to welcome you!

Margaret Salazar-Porzio, Ph.D.
Executive Director
Oatlands, A Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Gardens & Grounds Donation

Bring history to life for thousands of visitors and students. Your contribution fuels school programs, oral history initiatives, and inclusive storytelling for all ages.

Admission & Hours

ADMISSION & HOURS

Come walk where generations before us lived, worked, and dreamed.

Every ticket supports the care of this treasured landscape and its stories.

Hours

Oatlands’ Garden and Grounds are OPEN daily 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Guided visits are offered on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.
Walk-ins accepted if space is available.

Due to the State Cross Country Meet on Nov. 8th and a dog tracking event in the fields Nov. 9th, no equestrians the weekend of Nov 8-9 please.

Oatlands will be closed December 24 & 25.

You care for our nation! Now let us care for you. Federal employees enjoy our gardens for free with ID.

Plan Your Visit

Property Tickets

No ticket purchase required to hike the trails, visit the gift shop or picnic.

Garden Tickets

Explore the 4 1/2 acre historic walled garden on your own. Does not include Mansion tour.

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Photography Pass

Oatlands offers exceptional scenes for photographers. Choose a day or seasonal pass.

PURCHASE

Tours & Experiences

Photo of the front of the mansion from the garden showing the balustrade in the foreground.

Guided Visit

Tour of the Mansion with an experienced Guide.

See inside the historic mansion and learn about its history with a tour by one of our knowledgeable guides. Includes self-guided access to the walled garden.

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Photo of Oatlands Mansion in twilight with show, icy trees, and a shooting star in the sky,

Seasonal Tours

Candlelight Tour

Join us for the Candlelight Tour, a unique holiday-themed experience at Oatlands when you can see the decorated Mansion at night.

Candlelight Tour

Special Tours

Finery & Festivity: Garments from the Oatlands Collection—Nov. 22

Enhance your day with a guided tour of Finery & Festivity: Garments from the Oatlands Collection, a rare exhibition of vintage dresses and accessories from the late 1800s and early 1900s.

November 22 Tours

Young summer camp participants walking on a woodsy trail

Hiking and Trails

Find miles of trails at Oatlands. Dogs are allowed on trails on leashes (please clean up) and no ticket is required! Does not include the historic core of the property or the walled garden.

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