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 help with homework? Our Digital Encyclopedia has all of the answers students and teachers need.
The Washington Library is open to all researchers and scholars, by appointment only.
Learn about the different ways that you can use your membership, both at the estate and online.
If you have questions about your membership, please view our Frequently Asked Questions page.
After you become a member, you will receive a paper membership card by mail.
If you have not received your card within two to three weeks, please contact us at membership@mountvernon.org.
