Rosewell is one of the most remarkable examples of a building ruin in the United States. This massive mansion was constructed beginning in 1725 and was one of the largest houses in the British colonies. A fire in 1916 destroyed its interior, but much of its brickwork still stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of 18th-century workers, both free and enslaved.
In 2025, we celebrate the 300th anniversary of the construction of Rosewell, a massive project that involved many craftsmen and laborers, both free and enslaved. We have already begun work to stabilize the ruins of this remarkable dwelling to better preserve and present it to the public.
The Rosewell Visitor Center and Ruin are open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 4pm and Sundays from 12pm to 4pm beginning April 3 through November 1, 2026. You can either provide tours at the Ruins or greet guests when they enter the Visitor Center! And, this year, there's no admission fee! There will be some learning beyond tours at our gift shop, but our Operations Manager has a step-by-step instructional and will be able to give you tips and tricks in person! With so many days open and possibly more people without an admission fee, we really need people at Rosewell!
Volunteer Hours for Friday and Saturday 9:30-4:30
Volunteer Hours for Sunday: 11:30-4:30
These can be in shifts if needed! Contact Rachel Alwine with interest, and she and Nancy Rubin, the Operations Manager, will work together with you!
