“We are restoring Happy Retreat to become a cultural community center and heritage tourism destination, a hub for arts festivals, orchestra music celebrations, heritage fairs, teaching and other cultural activities.”
Walter Washington
President of Friends of Happy Retreat
Save the Date!

Sunday, May 2nd, 2021 at 2 pm
2021 Pre-Festival Launch – Appalachian Chamber Music Festival
Live on Facebook, YouTube and broadcast at The Barn of Harpers Ferry.
Events at Happy Retreat
Happy Retreat hosts annual events, concerts and other community events. Learn more »
Charles Washington Chamber Music Society
Craft Beer & Music Festival
Wine & Jazz Festival
Christmas at Happy Retreat
News & Announcements
History
Explore the history of Happy Retreat and Charles Washington, founder of Charles Town, West Virginia, and President George Washington’s youngest brother.
Charles Washington
Founder of Charles Town, WV
History of Happy Retreat
The Historic Home of Charles Washington
Washington Family Homes
Washington Homes in and around Jefferson County, West Virginia
Historic Photos
Historic photo gallery of Happy Retreat