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, though by appointment only.
Student group visits and field trips to Mount Vernon bring George Washington to life in an engaging and inspiring way. What better way is there for students to learn about his life than to walk in his footsteps?
Student groups of any size enjoy a special rate for admission to the Mansion and historic area, the Ford Orientation Center, the Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center and the Distillery & Gristmill site.
Learn more about the special student programs at Mount Vernon. Discounts applicable for qualified Title One schools.
Choose from a two-, three-, or four-course or buffet option at the Mount Vernon Inn or arrange vouchers for the Food Court.
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First-person interpreters can also liven up your dining experience at the Mount Vernon Inn. Imagine dining with Martha Washington, Washington’s granddaughter Nelly Custis, Washington’s friend and personal physician Dr. Craik, Washington’s farm manager James Anderson, or another character from Washington’s world. Invite one of our talented Character Interpreters to greet your group while you dine at the Mount Vernon Inn.
Experience Mount Vernon from a different view on a fun and informative sightseeing cruise.
First-person character interpreters relate tales from Washington’s time, adding a personal touch to your Mount Vernon visit.
George Washington loved music, and we do too! Musical performances are welcomed at Mount Vernon.
George Washington erected a large stone gristmill in 1771 to increase production of flour and cornmeal and to be able to export high quality flour to the West Indies, England, and Europe. In 1797, Washington's Scottish farm manager James Anderson encouraged him to build a whiskey distillery adjacent to the gristmill. The distillery was one of the largest in America, producing 11,000 gallons of whiskey in 1799, making it one of the most successful economic enterprises at Mount Vernon.
We welcome groups to do the honors of raising the flag above Mount Vernon at the main gate as we open to the public. To schedule a flag raising, please contact groups@mountvernon.org.
Pay your respects to our first President by arranging a special wreath-laying ceremony at his Tomb during normal public hours. To schedule, please contact groups@mountvernon.org.
Your group will receive a 10% discount at all retail locations when you select two or more options in addition to Estate admission. $10 vouchers are sold for $9 and $20 vouchers are available for $18.
Need to bring your own lunches or other large bags? We can secure it at The Gatehouse, located just outside the entrance to the Mount Vernon Inn Complex, for you. Ask a Guest Services staff member at the Ford Orientation Center for assistance. Please note that we do not allow outside food or drink, except for water bottles, on the grounds of the estate.
Mount Vernon invites homeschooling families to experience 18th-century plantation life as part of this special program!
When you make your student group reservation, you will also pre-select your group’s Mansion tour time, allowing you to better organize your visit. Reservations are required for groups of 20 or more. To make a reservation, call us at 703.799.8688 or e-mail us at groups@mountvernon.org. Full payment is required 7 days prior to your arrival. All sales are final and non-refundable.
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Looking for activities and guides for your students to prepare them for their visit. Download lesson plans, activity sheets, videos and DVDs in our teacher resources section.
