Frying Pan Farm Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Park open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Kidwell Farm open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Facility Hours vary.
703-437-9101 TTY 711
Farm and Equestrian: 2709 West Ox Road; Visitor Center: 2739 West Ox Road
Herndon, Virginia
Teresa Reynolds
Park Manager

Frying Pan Farm Park Events

Department Resources

Animal Tea Party

01/25/2025 11:00 am

(4-7 yrs.) Join us for a cozy tea party on the farm. Bring your favorite stuffed animal, help us decorate for the party and read a story. We will enjoy drinks and cookies in a special environmentally friendly tea set and meet one of our animals.

Sign up for sessions starting at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Historic Radios on the Farm

01/25/2025 1:00 pm

(14-Adult) Few things changed the life of the farm family more than the radio did in the 1920’s. Join us for a tour through history using the sounds of our antique radios. Learn how the radio impacted farmers, how they changed family life and listen to famous moments in radio history.

Black History Month at the Meeting House

02/01/2025 12:00 pm

(All Ages) In honor of Black History Month, the Frying Pan Baptist Meeting House will be open Saturday, Feb. 1 and Saturday, Feb. 15 from noon to 3 p.m.

Interpretive signage will be posted throughout the site for guests to read about the Black History of the Meeting House and stories of the people from the community.

Registration is free; you must…

Farm Skills - Wool Crafting

02/09/2025 1:00 pm

(7-14 years) Sheep are important animals to livestock farmers as they can provide milk, meat, and fiber. Learn to wash fleece by hand and discover how to prepare wool for spinning by using a drum carder. Then make a hand spun wool bracelet or felted wool flower. One adult must accompany each registered child in this program.

Valentine's Day Tractor Wagon Rides for Families

02/15/2025 11:00 am

(All Ages) Celebrate Valentine's Day weekend a private tractor powered wagon ride around the park for just your family. After your ride, enjoy a campfire with a bottle of sparkling cider and sampling of chocolates. Registration is for a group of up to 10 people.

Register for rides starting at 11 a.m.

Black History Month at the Meeting House

02/15/2025 12:00 pm

(All Ages) In honor of Black History Month, the Frying Pan Baptist Meeting House will be open Saturday, Feb. 1 and Saturday, Feb. 15 from noon to 3 p.m.

Interpretive signage will be posted throughout the site for guests to read about the Black History of the Meeting House and stories of the people from the community.

Registration is free; you must…

Black History Month at the Meeting House

02/15/2025 12:00 pm

(7-14 years) Sheep are important animals to livestock farmers as they can provide milk, meat, and fiber. Learn to wash fleece by hand and discover how to prepare wool for spinning by using a drum carder. Then make a hand spun wool bracelet or felted wool flower. One adult must accompany each registered child in this program.

Frying Pan Farm Park Classes and Camps

See all classes and camps coming to Frying Pan Farm Park.


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