George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill at Mount Vernon
Located three miles from the estate on SR 235 South
Open April - October
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Interpreters in period clothing operate George Washington's Distillery and Gristmill, demonstrating how rye whiskey was made and how corn was ground.
A 16-foot waterwheel powers giant gears and millstones in Washington's Gristmill. Stone- ground cornmeal produced on site is available for purchase at the Gristmill Shop.
The newly opened Distillery was the largest in America during Washington's time and produced 11,000 gallons of whiskey in 1799, making it one of the most successful economic enterprises at Mount Vernon.
Adult/Senior - $4, $2 if purchased with Estate admission
Youth - $1.50
Licensed Tour Operator (1 per bus) – Free
Bus Driver (1 per bus) - FREE
Complimentary tickets are not transferable.
Plan a Group Visit by submitting the Reservation Online Request form.
Full payment is due 7 days prior to your school's arrival. All Sales are final and non-refundable.
