Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon

• Collect candy in your special Mount Vernon treat bag around the historic grounds. 
• Snap a selfie at our Straw Bale Selfie Station in front of the Mansion on the Bowling Green. Share your snapshot with us on social media using #MVHalloween.
• Watch your children in a Costume Parade on the historic grounds at 4 p.m.
• Greet the General & Lady Washington in the historic area.

Celebrate Halloween with 18th-century entertainment

• Learn about 18th-century magic with Mr. Peter Gardiner at 3:30 p.m. & 5 p.m. on the Bowling Green.
• Watch a Punch & Judy Puppet Show, one of Washington's favorites, at 3 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. on the Bowling Green.
• Experience 18th-century dancing in the upper garden (3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)

Explore the Historic Area

• Help do laundry using 18th-century techniques near the Wash House. 
• Watch sparks fly at the Blacksmith Shop.
• Find out about our Hog Island sheep, a breed dating back to Washington’s time, at the Stables.
• Listen to 18th-century music with Mr. Robert Mouland on the north lane.

Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon takes place rain or shine. 

Please note that candy may contain peanuts or tree nuts. Supplies are subject to change. While supplies last.