Mount Vernon Calendar

National Treasure Tour

Go behind-the-scenes of the blockbuster movie "National Treasure: Book of Secrets" at Mount Vernon, hear stories about the filming, and learn how the locations were used during Washington's time.

Hamilton The Musical Tour

Look around, look around at Mount Vernon and discover Washington’s role in Hamilton The Musical, and his views on many of the themes that the musical addresses.

Discovery Station: "When Your Patient Has Hooves"

Stop by the Discovery Station to learn more about the home remedies used to treat sick or injured animals in the 18th century. 

The Enslaved People of Mount Vernon Tour

Listen to the stories of the enslaved people who built and operated Mount Vernon, and learn about their daily lives on the estate during this 60-minute tour.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Tours take place on Saturdays and Sundays, April through October. Present your Mount Vernon grounds pass for admission at any time during operating hours.

Included with Mount Vernon Grounds Pass

Get Grounds Pass

If you're not planning to visit Mount Vernon and only wish to tour the distillery and gristmill, purchase a $10 tour ticket.

Distillery & Gristmill Tour

Meet People from Washington's World

Talk with the people who knew George Washington best. See the General through the eyes of his family, friends, and hired staff.

Tribute at the Tomb

Pay your respect to George Washington by participating in a brief wreath-laying ceremony at the Washingtons' Tomb.

Founding Flowers Tour

Take a guided tour through George Washington's gardens, learn about his flowers and plants, and meet a character from Washington's world. 

Tribute at the Slave Memorial

Commemorate the community of the enslaved people who lived and worked at Mount Vernon during a special wreath-laying presentation.

In-Depth Tour

During this 45-minute guided tour, explore the Mansion, including areas not generally accessible, and discover more than 250 years of history at Mount Vernon.

National Treasure Tour

Go behind-the-scenes of the blockbuster movie "National Treasure: Book of Secrets" at Mount Vernon, hear stories about the filming, and learn how the locations were used during Washington's time.

Photo Cruise on the Potomac

Experience George Washington's Mount Vernon from a different perspective during a narrated excursion on the Potomac River.

Purchase with General Admission

Discovery Station: George Washington, Establishing the Presidency

Visit the Discovery Station to learn more about some of the important precedents that George Washington set as our nation's first president. 

The Enslaved People of Mount Vernon Tour

Listen to the stories of the enslaved people who built and operated Mount Vernon, and learn about their daily lives on the estate during this 60-minute tour.

Character Conversations

Enjoy an informal sit down with the people who knew George Washington best.

See the General through the eyes of his family, friends, and hired staff.

National Treasure Tour

Go behind-the-scenes of the blockbuster movie "National Treasure: Book of Secrets" at Mount Vernon, hear stories about the filming, and learn how the locations were used during Washington's time.

Tribute at the Tomb

Pay your respect to George Washington by participating in a brief wreath-laying ceremony at the Washingtons' Tomb.

Tribute at the Slave Memorial

Commemorate the community of the enslaved people who lived and worked at Mount Vernon during a special wreath-laying presentation.