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.
Relax and enjoy a patriotic evening that includes dazzling fireworks and musical performances.
Fireworks over the Potomac will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.
Enjoy concessions available for purchase on the East Lawn.
Outside food is not permitted on the estate.
The Mansion will be lit in red, white and blue during the fireworks show. Guests can photograph this patriotic scene as fireworks soar over the Mansion.
Visit the Blacksmith in the Historic Area.
General Washington will be in the Historic Area from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Purchase your ticket with a Mansion tour to see the home of the first President. Tickets without a Mansion tour are also available.
6:45, 7:15, 7:45 & 8:15 p.m.
Walk down to visit the Washington Tomb for a special wreath-laying; this event is one of the few times this area is open in the evening.
Watch and learn about 18th-century dancing in the Upper Garden from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., and 7:30 p.m.
On Saturday, revel in the sounds of the 18th century and the music of Washington’s troops on the Bowling Green with performances by the talented Fifes & Drums of York Town.
7:45 p.m. – 9:10 p.m.
Listen to a concert by the National Concert Band on the South Lawn.
Watch Mount Vernon's Historic Trades team perform 18th-century ice cream-making demonstrations on the Bowling Green.
Participate in 18th-century games on the Bowling Green from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Explore the Donald W. Reynolds Museum & Education Center exhibits and step into the shoes of the first president in the Be Washington™ Interactive Theater.
The Shops at Mount Vernon are open until 7 p.m.
Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or small lawn chair to sit on the East Lawn. Seating is not provided.
Tents, tables, pop-ups, grills, beach or free-standing umbrellas, coolers, and glass containers are not permitted.
Fully vaccinated individuals are not required to wear a face covering.
Those who are not vaccinated are required to wear face coverings indoors and when social distancing is not possible outdoors.
This policy applies to both staff and guests.
