From the mansion to lush gardens and grounds, intriguing museum galleries, immersive programs, and the distillery and gristmill. Spend the day with us!
Mount Vernon's Education Department offers a number of dynamic and engaging programs for educators and students of all ages.
Upcoming Events
STEAM Workshop: Food Ways
Join Education staff and K-12 teachers from across the DMV to explore the many connections between STEAM and the history of George Washington’s Mount Vernon and the 18th century.
Teachers who register must be currently educatingD.C., MD, or VA students in a formal K-12 school environment.
On June 12, step back in time to 1790s Philadelphia with our roleplaying experience, the Situation Room. During this 75-minute game, the actions you take will decide the fate of our young nation.
Your ticket also includes access to the grounds of Mount Vernon (a $28 value).
This event is hosted in partnership with Made By Us and the nation’s leading cultural institutions to encourage civic participation.
Attend a FREE 2-day George Washington Teacher Institute digital symposium for K-12 teachers to learn more about Martha Washington's biography, complex legacies, and how to teach 18th century women's history.
Teachers who register must be currently educating American students in a formal K-12 school environment.