George Washington's Mount Vernon

February

George Washington's Real Birthday
February 22, 2008

Anyone named George, or whose birthday, like Washington’s, is February 22, will be admitted FREE upon presenting identification.
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George Washington's 276th Birthday Celebration
February 18, 2008

Celebrate the national observance of George Washington’s birthday by visiting his home and burial site FREE-of-charge on this day.

Enjoy musical and military performances by the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps and the Commander-in-Chief’s Guard. Festivities begin after a 10
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Breakfast with George Washington and America's Smallest Hometown Parade
February 16 - 17, 2008

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George Washington's Birthday Celebration

George Washington’s favorite breakfast was “hoecakes swimming in butter and honey.” Join “General Washington” for a sample of this meal (while supplies last) prepared over an open fire.

Following the breakfast sampler, families can participate in "America’s Smallest Hometown Para
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Once Upon a Time at Mount Vernon
February 9 - 10, 2008
Hands-on History Room in the Donald W. Reynold Education Center

Children enter a world of fantasy and fables when costumed interpreters weave three tales together during Mount Vernon’s 20-minute storytelling sessions “Once Upon a Time at Mount Vernon” will be held on Saturday, February 9 and Sunday, February 10 in the Hands-on History Room at the Donald W. Reyno
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Black History Month
February 1 - 29, 2008

Slave Life Interpretation: Daily, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Wreathlaying at the Slave Memorial: Daily, 12:00 p.m.
Costumed interpretation at the Slave Cabin: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturdays & Sunday only
Greenhouse first person presentation: 2:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays on
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Forest Trail
January 1 - December 31, 2008
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Gardens
January 1 - February 28, 2008
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Old Tomb, Washington's Tomb, Slave Memorial
January 1 - December 31, 2008
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