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.
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The Washington Library is open to all researchers and scholars, by appointment only.
Join Mount Vernon for a virtual book talk with Dr. Tamika Y. Nunley where we will discuss her book, At the Threshold of Liberty: Women, Slavery, and Shifting Identities in Washington, D.C.
Join the Washington Library, the John Marshall Center for Constitutional History & Civics, and Preservation Virginia's John Marshall House for a virtual talk with Robert Strauss about his new book, John…
Mount Vernon welcomes homeschooling families to discover the 18th century by exploring the Farm at Mount Vernon!
During this series of online presentations, learn about early American presidents and leadership from a cadre of outstanding authors.
George Washington is well known as a political and military leader, but he was also one of America’s leading entrepreneurs and business men.
Meet some of Mount Vernon's animals and learn about their roles in the 18th century.
Step back in time during one of the largest Revolutionary War re-enactments in the country.
Commemorate Martha Washington’s 290th birthday at Mount Vernon.
Experience Mount Vernon after-hours and taste beers from across the region.
Enjoy an evening of family fun and fireworks along with patriotic music to celebrate our nation's founding.
Salute the first commander in chief during Mount Vernon's annual Independence Day event.
Join us for our most popular event of the year. Taste unlimited samples of wines from Virginia's finest wineries.
Pay tribute to the oldest military decoration in the U.S. at the home of its founder, George Washington.
Join Martha Washington for an intimate fireside tea and conversation at the Mount Vernon Inn.
Step back in time at Colonial Market & Fair, featuring food and wares made by colonial artisans.
Join Mount Vernon and patriotic participants around the country for a 10-miler and 5K.
Taste unlimited samples from Virginia wineries after hours at George Washington's estate.
Celebrate the crisp autumn season with 18th-century activities and demonstrations at the Farm at Mount Vernon.
Celebrate Halloween with 18th-century entertainment and activities. Guests receive a take-home craft and a bag of candy.
Join Martha Washington for an intimate fireside tea and conversation at the Mount Vernon Inn.
