Open 365 days a year, Mount Vernon is located just 15 miles south of Washington DC.
From the mansion to lush gardens and grounds, intriguing museum galleries, immersive programs, and the distillery and gristmill. Spend the day with us!
Discover what made Washington "first in war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his countrymen".
The Mount Vernon Ladies Association has been maintaining the Mount Vernon Estate since they acquired it from the Washington family in 1858.
Need primary and secondary sources, videos, or interactives? Explore our Education Pages!
The Washington Library is open to all researchers and scholars, by appointment only.
Relax and enjoy a patriotic evening that includes dazzling fireworks and musical performances.
Enjoy concessions available for purchase. Outside food is not permitted on the estate.
During the fireworks show, the mansion will be lit in red, white, and blue. Guests can photograph this patriotic scene as fireworks soar over the Mansion.
Fireworks over the Potomac will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.
Walk down to visit the Washington Tomb for a special wreath-laying; this event is one of the few times this area is open in the evening.
Wreath laying is offered at 6:45, 7:15, 7:45, and 8:15 p.m.
Listen to a concert by the National Concert Band on the South Lawn from 7:45 p.m. to 9:10 p.m.
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the bowling green, you can experience a variety of 18th-century entertainments, including:
Explore the Donald W. Reynolds Museum & Education Center exhibits, and step into the shoes of the first president in the Be Washington™ Interactive Theater.
The Shops at Mount Vernon are open until 7 p.m.
Fully vaccinated individuals are not required to wear a face covering.
Those who are not vaccinated are required to wear face coverings indoors and when social distancing is not possible outdoors.
This policy applies to both staff and guests.
