During the summer of 1999, 20 teachers from Mississippi came to Mount Vernon and spent a week learning about George Washington and the world in which he lived. Now, 20 years later, we have hosted over 1,300 teachers for an immersive, engaging, and memorable residential experience.

Join us in celebrating the Institute's resounding impact in classrooms around the country as we mark this anniversary with a 20th-anniversary reunion. This celebration and conference at Mount Vernon will help renew your connections to Mount Vernon, provide opportunities to visit with passionate educators like yourself, and allow you to share your memories and experiences with your family.

GWTI Alumni Registration | $75 |
Adult Guest of GWTI Alumni (Ages 19+) | $40 |
Child Guest of GWTI Alumni (Ages 6-18) | $20 |
Child Guest of GWTI Alumni (Ages 0-5) | $0 |
- The GWTI alumni registration will cover all reunion programming including PD sessions. admission fees for all three days, behind-the-scenes and specialty tours, lunches, sunrise on the piazza, and an evening piazza reception.
- The GWTI guest registration for family members will cover admission fees for all three days, behind-the-scenes and specialty tours, sunrise on the piazza, and an evening piazza reception.
- Programming will include behind the scenes tours and before- and after-hours access to the estate.
- A special GWTI Alumni wreath-laying ceremony
- Hotel Room blocks are available at the following hotels:
- The Alexandrian, Autograph Collection - Available July 3-6, 2019. Must book by May 20, 2019. The group rate is $135/night.
- Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town - Available July 3-7, 2019. Must book by June 3, 2019. The group rate is $114/night. The group code for booking is GWT.
- Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Belvoir - Available July 3-7, 2019. Must book by June 12, 2019. The group rate is $105/night. The group code for booking is GWI.
Can't make it to Mount Vernon next summer? We're looking for volunteers to host local alumni gatherings around the country. If you are interested in hosting or would like more details on hosting, please reach out to Allison Wickens via email at [email protected]
Alumni Contact Information Survey
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GWTI Alumni Reunion Schedule
THURSDAY, JULY 4 | |
9:00am - 6:00pm | An American Celebration: July 4th at Mount Vernon |
3:30pm | GWTI Alumni Wreath Laying |
FRIDAY, JULY 5 | |
9:00am - 2:00pm | Alumni-Only PD Session at the Washington Library and Estate Exploration for Alumni Guests |
3:00pm - 6:00pm | Various Guided Tours of Mount Vernon and Self-Exploration Time for Alumni and Guests |
6:00pm - 8:00pm | Piazza Reception and Mansion Tours for Alumni and Guests |
SATURDAY, JULY 6 | |
6:00am - 8:30am | Sunrise on the Piazza and Breakfast for Alumni and Guests |
9:00am - 11:00am | Various Guided Tours of Mount Vernon and Self-Exploration Time for Alumni and Guests |
11:00am - 1:00pm | GWTI Alumni Farewell and Alumni Only Lunch |