Christmas at Mount Vernon

Open both Christmas and New Year's Day! New this year are themed decorations, a gingerbread Mount Vernon by former White House pastry chef Roland Mesnier, historical chocolate-making demonstrations, 18th-century dancing, and even a Christmas camel just like George Washington had on the grounds during Christmas of 1787.

Open both Christmas and New Year's Day! With an unprecedented emphasis on the Christmas season, Historic Mount Vernon is joyfully decking the halls for “Christmas at Mount Vernon,” a special daytime program offered from Thanksgiving Day weekend through the Twelve Days of Christmas (November 28 – January 6). New this year are themed decorations, a gingerbread Mount Vernon by former White House pastry chef Roland Mesnier, historical chocolate-making demonstrations, 18th-century dancing, and even a Christmas camel just like George Washington had on the grounds during Christmas of 1787.

The popular tradition continues of opening the rarely-seen third floor of the Mansion and inviting visitors to meet the charming “Lady Washington.”

All programs are included in general admission: $13 for adults, $6 for youth (6-11), and free for children 5 and younger. Mount Vernon is open 365 days of the year, and hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. during “Christmas at Mount Vernon.”