Why is Houdon’s bust of George Washington so important? What were the General’s dentures really made of? What did Martha Washington wear? Explore highlights from the Collections to learn more.
After a lengthy excavation, George Washington's Upper Garden is being renovated to make it more accurate to Washington's time than ever before. Planting is happening now so that it'll be ready in spring 2011.
Teachers, learners of all ages, and those curious about the nation's first president get a daily dose of George Washington through this educational blog, which explores Washington's life via video and text.