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.
General Washington loved dogs, and so do we. Mount Vernon invites guests to enjoy this landmark property along with their pets. Learn more about dogs on the Estate, yesterday and today.
Imagine the Father of Our Country whistling for his hound, Sweetlips...or rubbing the ears of his coach dog, a Dalmatian named Madame Moose. When it came to pooches, George Washington had a sense of humor – and a tender side, too.
Learn more about some of the dogs who actually worked at the Estate in Washington's time.
Dogs are welcome at Mount Vernon! For the comfort of all our guests, and to preserve the home and final resting place of Washington, we ask pet owners to observe and adhere to a few simple guidelines.
Made exclusively for Mount Vernon. Hand-crafted in Chalfont, Pennsylvania.
Animals of all kinds played an important role in George Washington's life and the economy of Mount Vernon. Learn more about some of the other animals that were found on the estate.
