Rackliffe House

10/28/2025

Armoire for Sale – $100
Rackliffe House is offering a gently used armoire in good condition.
View it:
• Tuesday or Thursday, 11 AM–3 PM
• Or by appointment at other times
Buyer must pick up
Message us to schedule a time or ask questions!

10/23/2025

Join us for the Rackliffe Colonial Christmas House Tour! ✨🎄
Step back in time and experience the magic of a colonial Christmas at the historic Rackliffe House on December 6 & 7 from 3–6 PM. Enjoy festive music, light refreshments, and a guided tour of this beautifully preserved 1740s merchant-planter’s home.

👟 Walking shoes are highly recommended to fully enjoy the tour.
🎟️ Admission: $15 per person
🎟️ Tickets: Available at the door

All proceeds support the continued preservation of Historic Rackliffe House.

For more information, visit www.RackliffeHouse.org or email us at [email protected].

Don’t miss this enchanting holiday event! 🌟

10/13/2025

Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the enduring legacy of the Assateague People of Delmarva and acknowledge the ancestral lands on which Rackliffe House stands. May we continue to learn from, uplift, and respect the rich histories and cultures that shaped this region long before us. To learn more visit, https://assateaguepeopleofdelmarva.org/

10/08/2025

We regret to inform you that the Rackliffe Colonial Harvest Festival, originally scheduled for Sunday, October 12th, has been cancelled due to an impending coastal storm.
This decision was made after careful consultation with local weather authorities and a thorough review of multiple forecasts predicting high winds, heavy rainfall, and the potential for flooding in our area. The safety of our vendors, demonstrators, volunteers, and guests remains our highest priority, and we believe cancelling the festival is in everyone’s best interest given these hazardous conditions.
We are deeply disappointed. The Colonial Harvest Festival is a cherished tradition and a highlight of our season. Please know this decision was made with great care, concern, and respect for all involved.
We look forward to hosting the Rackliffe Colonial Harvest Festival again in 2026. More details will be shared as plans develop, and we hope to see you then for an even more memorable celebration. In the meantime, Rackliffe House will remain open for regular tours through October, and we invite you to join us for Rackliffe Colonial Christmas on December 6th and 7th.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Rackliffe House.

10/07/2025

Get ready to shop, sip, and celebrate at the Rackliffe House Colonial Harvest Fest! 🍂
We’re thrilled to introduce some of the incredible local vendors joining us this year — each bringing their own unique flavor to the festivities:
🧺 Amaryllis White Dove – Native American crafts, pine needle baskets, jewelry
👕 Art’s 4 Angels LLC – Custom shirts, sweatshirts, canvas bags, embroidered items
💜 Brittingham Farms Lavender & Lambs – Lavender oils, bath salts, creams, teas & more
🍯 Carey Apiary & Farm – Raw honey, hand salve, beeswax candles
🥚 Castle Hill Farm – Farm fresh eggs
🪵 Frank’s Woodturning – Hand-crafted wooden items turned on a lathe
🕯️ Hansen’s Craftory – Soy wax candles, artisan soaps, air fresheners & more
🌿 Harmonic Herbal – CBD-infused bath salts, balms, teas & tinctures
🍪 Krave – Gluten-free sweets
🥃 Lyon’s Rum – Cane-to-glass American rums & liqueurs from St. Michael’s, MD
🧦 New Hope Alpacas – Cozy alpaca socks, hats, gloves & scarves
🌊 Pamela & Rose’s One of a Kind – Sea shell art, windchimes, shell jewelry
🍿 Popcorn Lab – Organic, non-GMO gourmet popcorn in mouthwatering flavors
📚 Rackliffe House Trust – Books, totes, ornaments, colonial children’s games
✨ There’s truly something for everyone — from handmade crafts to farm-fresh goods and artisan treats. Come out and support local small businesses that make our community shine!
📢 More vendors will be announced tomorrow — stay tuned!

10/07/2025

🍂 Come hungry to Rackliffe House’s Colonial Harvest Festival — the flavors of fall await! 🍁
From freshly shucked oysters by Fallen Pine Oyster Co. to hand-scooped ice cream from Seaside Sweets, this year’s vendor lineup is a feast for the senses. Sip on local brews from Sinepuxent Brewing Co., Brimming Horn Mead, and Lyon’s Rum, savor savory bites from Hooper’s Restaurant Food Truck, and indulge in sweet treats from Krave, Ugly Pie Company, and Popcorn Lab. Plus, don’t miss the heritage-inspired offerings from Turtle Island Native American Foods and Rise & Shine Sourdough — and of course, crisp apple cider and orchard-fresh apples! 🍎🥖🍺
💵 As with all vendors — CASH IS PREFERRED PAYMENT. Internet/cell coverage is hit or miss at Rackliffe, so credit card transactions are not recommended. Save the headache and bring CASH to the Festival.

10/04/2025

Once again, Rackliffe House is honored to welcome the Pocomoke Indian Nation to our Colonial Harvest Festival. They will share the rich history of their Nation and neighboring tribal communities — including the villages, bridges, and paths that shaped this region. Their presentation will focus on the lifeways of Indigenous peoples at the time of European contact and settlement.

10/03/2025

- Oops! We missed a few of our amazing sponsors the first time around. Thank you for making this fantastic event possible! 🌟

10/03/2025

10/02/2025

We’re thrilled to recognize even more generous sponsors supporting Rackliffe House’s upcoming Colonial Harvest Festival. Your continued support helps us preserve and share Worcester County’s rich history — we’re looking forward to celebrating together!

10/01/2025

A heartfelt thank you to the generous sponsors supporting Rackliffe House’s upcoming Colonial Harvest Festival. Your commitment helps us preserve and share the rich history of Worcester County — we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

09/26/2025