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Check out our extensive collection of books and products related to America's espionage efforts during the Revolutionary War.
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.
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This summer, celebrate America's first spymaster, George Washington, with a special discount to the International Spy Museum and George Washington's Mount Vernon. From August 1 through September 3, 2018, guests receive 50% off general admission to the International Spy Museum when they visit George Washington's Mount Vernon!
In 1777, George Washington faced a losing war. Then he created America's first espionage operation. See the Spy Museum’s most cherished and oldest artifacts, the original letter written by George Washington, enacting the first American spy network now on display.
And don’t miss your last chance to see the special exhibit, Exquisitely Evil, featuring James Bond’s chief adversaries, their henchmen, lairs, and weapons. Over 110 movie and historic artifacts from the Bond films are on display through the end of 2018, including Zao’s Jaguar XKR from Die Another Day and Jaws’ teeth from The Spy Who Loved Me.
Put yourself in Washington’s boots at key moments in history in the new first-person interactive, Be Washington: It’s Your Turn to Lead. Also check out the popular Revolutionary War 4D Theater, now featuring a new film and enhanced special effects.
Learn MoreGuests visiting Mount Vernon or the Spy Museum will receive a 50% discount off the ticket purchase at the second destination. Show a receipt for admissions or ticket stub from one site to obtain the discount at the other location.
Valid: August 1 – September 3, 2018
Not valid with other discounts or offers. Employees, staff or volunteers of either institution show ID for discount.