Washington's War Chest
A war chest is a metaphor for any collection of tools or money intended to be used in a challenging or dangerous situation. Mount Vernon now faces the threat of a national pandemic and seeks to build our own war chest.
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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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The Washington Library is open to all researchers and scholars, by appointment only.
Help us weather the enormous revenue losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re grateful for any support you can give and look forward to welcoming you back to Mount Vernon again.
A war chest is a metaphor for any collection of tools or money intended to be used in a challenging or dangerous situation. Mount Vernon now faces the threat of a national pandemic and seeks to build our own war chest.
Every purchase from the Shops at Mount Vernon helps to support our mission of preserving George Washington's legacy.
Our annual Historic Plant & Garden Sale will take place online this year. Shop for plants, annuals, perennials, and heirlooms grown in the Mount Vernon greenhouses.
When you spend $50, you'll receive a $60 gift card. Spend $100 and receive a $125 gift card.
Plus, for every gift card purchased during this promotion, we’ll donate a pair of admission tickets to local grocery workers.
Purchase HereA Mount Vernon membership helps us care for newborn lambs, tend the grounds and gardens, carry on essential preservation of buildings and ensure we’re ready to go on the day we can reopen our doors.
Members will also enjoy exclusive digital programming during our closure.
Savor the flavors of early America from the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant.
Place your order online for curbside pickup the next day. Orders are accepted on Mondays for pickup on Tuesday and on Wednesdays for pickup on Thursday.
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