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November 14th - November 22nd, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Former White House Pastry Chef to Create Mount Vernon Gingerbread Masterpiece

Mount Vernon welcomes former White House pastry chef Roland Mesnier as he creates a gingerbread replica of George Washington’s home from November 14 through November 22. Visitors can watch as Mesnier constructs the masterpiece, which will include intricate details such as works of art on walls and several marzipan figures, in the Vaughan Lobby, near the Shops at Mount Vernon. No admission is required to enter the Vaughan Lobby and Shops at Mount Vernon. However, please note that general admission ($15/adult, $7/child) is required to enter the estate.

 The five-foot-wide and two-foot-tall gingerbread Mansion replica will be on display as part of the Christmas at Mount Vernon daytime event, (included in Estate admission) which begins on November 25

November 24th 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thanksgiving at Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon is open 365 days a year- including Thanksgiving. If the tradition continues, Mount Vernon will be home to the turkeys pardoned by the President.

November 25th - January 6th, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Christmas at Mount Vernon

Christmas at Mount Vernon has been named as one of the "12 Places to Catch the Holiday Spirit" by AAA!

Mount Vernon is decking the halls for a special daytime program November 25 – January 6. Holiday visitors will enjoy themed decorations (including 12 Christmas trees), a gingerbread replica of the Mansion created by former White House pastry chef Roland Mesnier, chocolate making demonstrations, and a rare opportunity to tour the third floor of the Mansion. In 1787, George Washington paid 18 shillings to bring a camel to Mount Vernon for his guests’ enjoyment. During Christmas at Mount Vernon, visitors can meet Aladdin the camel.