History Interpretation
History Interpreters will be stationed in the Historic area and at the Washingtons Tomb throughout the day to answer your questions and share the history of Mount Vernon.
Learn MoreMount Vernon is open to visitors throughout the inauguration week. We look forward to seeing you.
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.
Occupied America: A Conversation with Donald Johnson
Jan20Teach Them How to Say Goodbye
Jan23Virtual Tea with Martha Washington
Jan27Leadership for a More Perfect Union
Feb9City of Refuge: A Conversation with Marcus Nevius
Feb13Virtual Tea with Martha Washington
Feb15Washington's Birthday Celebration
Feb17George Washington and Leading in Times Crisis
Feb22George Washington's 289th Birthday
Feb22George Washington Virtual Birthday Celebration
Feb27Virtual Tea with Martha Washington
Mar8–9Homeschool Day
Mar17George Washington and Entrepreneurial Leadership
May1–2Revolutionary War Weekend
May14–16Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour
Jun2Martha Washington's Birthday Celebration
Jun19–20Summer Escape
Jun25–26Independence Fireworks
Jul4An American Celebration
Aug7Purple Heart Commemoration
Aug14Tea with Martha Washington
Sep12George Washington Patriot Run
Sep18–19Colonial Market & Fair
Oct8–10Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour
Oct23–24Fall Harvest Festival
Oct30Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon
Nov13Tea with Martha Washington
History Interpreters will be stationed in the Historic area and at the Washingtons Tomb throughout the day to answer your questions and share the history of Mount Vernon.
Learn MoreTake a virtual tour with one of our history experts from the comfort of your home.
Explore the Mansion, tomb, and other areas of the estate online with a private tour guide. Tours last up to 2 hours.
Learn MoreSpeak with our 18th-century costumed interpreters in the historic area at various times throughout the day.
Learn MoreDiscover the history of Mount Vernon at your own pace with our audio tour.
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