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 primary and secondary sources, videos, or interactives? Explore our Education Pages!
The Washington Library is open to all researchers and scholars, by appointment only.
Taste a modern menu inspired by first-hand accounts of guests who dined at Mount Vernon in the beautiful Upper Garden.
Each VIP ticket purchase comes with two drink tickets, applicable toward Mount Vernon beer and wine. Cash bar available.
Please note that the VIP experience cannot accommodate dietary restrictions.
In the Upper Garden, enjoy a modern tasting menu inspired by first-hand accounts of guests who dined at Mount Vernon as you listen to 18th-century music by Donna Nomick and the hammered dulcimer.
Finish the tasting with a toast featuring George Washington’s whiskey.
Each VIP ticket purchase comes with two drink tickets, applicable toward Mount Vernon beer and wine. Cash bar available.
This 18th-century spread will be prepared by Mount Vernon's Resident Baker Justin Cherry of Half Crown Bakehouse. Justin will talk with guests and share the historical significance of the menu.
Please note that the VIP experience cannot accommodate dietary restrictions.
Enjoy 18th-century entertainment, including:
The Mansion will be open for tours.
Don't miss the opportunity to tour the Mansion after hours before many of its rooms go off-view for preservation work.
Learn about our preservation work
Enjoy a scenic ride across the 12-acre field in a horse-drawn wagon.
See how ice cream was made in George Washington's day, featuring some 18th-century flavors not often seen today, like oyster, pickle, and garlic.
Watch live whiskey distilling and beer-making demonstrations from members of Mount Vernon's Historic Trades Team.
See ponies and learn about the role of livestock in the 18th-century from members of the Livestock Team.
Concessions from the Mount Vernon Inn will be available for purchase.
The event concludes with a one-hour performance by The Washington Tattoo, followed by a meet-and-greet of the performers (a $32 value).
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