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Events at Mount Vernon
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An American Celebration at Mount Vernon
July 4, 2009
Historic Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, salutes our first commander-in-chief with a dazzling display of daytime fireworks during its annual Independence Day event! Visitors will be treated to spectacular smoke fireworks in patriotic colors fired over the Potomac River.
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George Washington Denture & Last Tooth on Display
October 15, 2009 - December 31, 2013
Donald W. Reynolds Education Center
The lower half of one of the nation’s most famous dentures and George Washington’s last remaining tooth are on display at Mount Vernon!On loan from The New York Academy of Medicine, the denture was the first of several dentures that John Greenwood made for Washington and is dated 1789, the year that Washington took his oath of office in New York City.
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Book Signing by Former White House Pastry Chef
December 10, 2009
The Shops at Mount Vernon
Former White House Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier will be in the Shops at Mount Vernon signing his books. Roland Mesnier's books must be purchased from the Shops at Mount Vernon.
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Book Signing by Former White House Pastry Chef
December 17, 2009
Former White House Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier will be in the Shops at Mount Vernon signing his books. Roland Mesnier's books must be purchased from the Shops at Mount Vernon.
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Book Signing by Former White House Pastry Chef
December 18, 2009
Former White House Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier will be in the Shops at Mount Vernon signing his books. Roland Mesnier's books must be purchased from the Shops at Mount Vernon.
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Blacksmith Shop Now Open at Mount Vernon
January 2 - December 31, 2010
After several years of research, archaeology, and reconstruction, George Washington's blacksmith shop is back in business! (Open Wednesday - Sunday)The building is a careful reproduction of the type of blacksmith shop that operated at Mount Vernon during Washington’s lifetime.
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January Storytelling Sessions at Mount Vernon
January 2 - 31, 2010
Hands-On History Room in the Donald W. Reynolds Education Center
Children enter a world of fantasy and fables when costumed interpreters weave three tales together during Mount Vernon’s storytelling session, “Once Upon a Time at Mount Vernon,” held every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 p.
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Winter Savings!
January 18 - February 28, 2010
Not valid on January 25 or February 15. Save some "Wa$hington$" when you purchase admission and an audio tour, plus get 10% off at The Shops at Mount Vernon and a free small beverage with purchase in the Food Court.
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Black History Month at Mount Vernon
February 1 - 28, 2010
In observance of Black History Month, February 1 through 28, Mount Vernon interpreters highlight at the slave quarters the lives and contributions of the slaves who built and operated the plantation home of George and Martha Washington from 10:00 a.
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New Exhibition Opens at Mount Vernon "Bringing Them Home: 150 Years of Restoring the Washington Collection"
February 13, 2010 - January 8, 2012
Donald W. Reynolds Museum
Beginning February 13, Historic Mount Vernon’s F.M. Kirby Gallery in the Donald W. Reynolds Museum hosts a special new exhibition, Bringing Them Home: 150 Years of Restoring the Washington Collection.
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The National Treasure Tour at Mount Vernon
March 1 - December 31, 2010
During the "National Treasure Tour” visitors can take an hour-long walking tour that includes behind-the-scenes information about areas where “National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets” filming took place and how these locations were used during George Washington’s time.
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Sunset Celebration at Mount Vernon
May 28 - 30, 2010
George Washington's estate is opening its doors for an unprecedented evening event. Stroll the lantern-lit grounds and immerse yourself in the 18th century as the sun sets on the plantation.
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Meet the Father of Our Country
June 20, 2010
Spend Father's Day with the Father of Our Country! Visitors get a special chance to meet the Father of our Country. George Washington hosts guests for questions and photographs.
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Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour
October 1 - 3, 2010
Join Mount Vernon in its rain-or-shine fall celebration of the history of the Virginia wine industry on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River.
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Slave Memorial Commemoration Ceremony
October 2, 2010
Black Women United for Action and the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association join in commemorating the slaves who lived at Mount Vernon with a wreathlaying ceremony and musical presentation at the Slave Memorial.
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Fall Harvest Family Days
October 23 - 24, 2010
The four-acre George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site celebrates the harvest season with FREE horse-drawn wagon rides, a straw bale maze, an opportunity to meet "General Washington," and the chance to learn how to dance 18th-century-style! Plus outdoor cooking demonstrations and concessions.
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Christmas at Mount Vernon
November 26, 2010 - January 6, 2011
Christmas at Mount Vernon has been named as one of the "12 Places to Catch the Holiday Spirit" by AAA! Mount Vernon is again joyfully decking the halls for Christmas at Mount Vernon, a special daytime program offered through January.
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Mount Vernon by Candlelight
November 26 - December 12, 2010
Historic Mount Vernon Sparkles with Holiday Cheer During Candlelight Tours!Friday, Saturday & Sunday only
November 26, 27 & 28
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Blacksmith Shop Now Open at Mount Vernon
April 1 - December 13, 2009
Please note that the blacksmith shop will be closed Dec. 14 - Jan. 1. The blacksmith shop will be open on Nov. 3, Nov. 9, and Nov.
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Scouting Days
November 1, 2009 - February 14, 2010
All Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Camp Fire Club members, in uniform or wearing an official pin, are admitted FREE to the Estate, and invited to hike the Forest Trail (map provided).
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George Washington's Distillery
April 1 - October 31, 2010
On a daily basis, April1 through October, costumed distillers demonstrate the distillation process in the two-story building, which also features a storage cellar, office, and two bedrooms where the site manager and assistant would have lived.
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