Mount Vernon has been owned and operated by a private non-profit organization, the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, since 1858. Mount Vernon accepts no government support and is maintained entirely by fees from admission tickets, retail and food sales, and donations from patriotic Americans.
Mount Vernon accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express at the Main Gate, Shops, the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant and the Food Court.
Admission Tickets to Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens
Adults - $13.00
Senior Citizens, age 62 and above (with identification) - $12.00
Youth ages 6 through 11 (accompanied by an adult) - $6.00
Children ages 5 and under (accompanied by an adult) – FREE
Annual Pass (unlimited daytime admission for one year) - $25.00
Add a Youth to Annual Pass, each - $10.00
Admission Tickets to George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill
Open April - October
When purchased with Estate admission:
Adults - $2.00 in addition to the Estate's admission
Youth ages 6 through 11 - $1.50 in addition to the Estate's admission
Children ages 5 and under - FREE
When purchased alone:
Adults and Seniors - $4.00
Youth ages 6 through 11 - $2.00
Children ages 5 and under - FREE
Sightseeing Cruises on the Potomac River
See Mount Vernon from a new view! Relax and enjoy a 40-minute narrated excursion along the Potomac River. Available Tuesday through Sunday at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 2:00 and 3:00, May through August and weekends in April and September.
Adults and Seniors tickets - $9.00
Youth tickets ages 6 through 11 - $5.00
Children tickets ages 5 and under - FREE
Special Offer with the Corcoran Gallery of Art
Beginning May 1, visitors who purchase a ticket to Mount Vernon OR the Corcoran will receive 50% off adult admission to the other site through July 27. This promotion is offered in conjunction with the Corcoran’s special exhibition The American Evolution: A History through Art, which devotes an entire gallery to George Washington.
Official Guidebook
This 160-page book includes more than 170 full-color photographs. It will enliven and expand the experience of visiting Washington's home and will serve as a perfect remembrance of your tour. $7.00 includes tax.
Antenna Audio Tour
A lively narration enhances your tour of the Historic Area and the Donald W. Reynolds Museum. Kid-friendly information is included. Available at the Ford Orientation Center. $6 each.
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