America's Historic Horse Chestnut Tree

 In 2005, HWA supervises the removal of the last of 13 Horse Chestnut trees planted by George Washington.Last of 13 Horse Chestnut Trees planted by George Washington

George Washington planted thirteen Horse Chestnut Trees on Faquier Street in downtown Fredericksburg -- one to represent each of the existing colonies. The trees also provided shade for his mother and sister as they walked to and from each other's houses.

The last of these trees was recently reclaimed by Historical Woods of America. The wood is being repurposed into various commemorative and decorative items which are now available for purchase.

DAR Magazine describes efforts to save this tree in their April 1926 issue.

HWA was commissioned to make this collector's-grade Emperor fountain pen and box from this tree for former President George W. Bush.