Mount Vernon Calendar

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.

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.

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.

Tribute at the Tomb

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

Discovery Station: Revolutionary War Flags

Stop by the Discovery Station to pick up a take-home craft kit. 

Mrs. Washington’s Mount Vernon

Step into the world of Martha Washington as she shares her beloved home with you. 

This program includes a tour of the Mansion and does not require a separate Mansion ticket reservation.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Tribute at the Tomb

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

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 Slave Memorial

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