Wheat-Treading Demonstrations

Mount Vernon's livestock demonstrates wheat treading in the 16-sided barn through October.

July has always been a time of celebration at George Washington’s farm as it marks the beginning of the wheat harvest season. To celebrate Washington the farmer, Mount Vernon’s farm staff kick-off the season on the Fourth of July with wheat-treading demonstrations at the George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site. Costumed staff lead Mount Vernon’s horses as they tread wheat in the 16-sided barn at 10:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Visitors witness Washington’s innovative treading process and learn first-hand how Washington separated grain from straw. Wheat-Treading Demonstrations are included in regular Estate admission