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 help with homework? Our Digital Encyclopedia has all of the answers students and teachers need.
The Washington Library is open to all researchers and scholars, by appointment only.
Join us for an enchanted evening of winter lights at Mount Vernon.
Kick off the holiday season with wintry lights and sparkling fireworks overlooking the Potomac River.
Join us for a candlelit tour of the historic area and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia.
Holiday programs and tours fill each day with delight at George Washington's estate.
Tour the Mansion (reserve your tour ticket during online checkout) and see our grand Christmas trees in the Orientation Center.
Shop for holiday gifts at the Shops at Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon Members save 10% at the Shops.
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Purchase a Mount Vernon gift card to bring your family and friends to Mount Vernon.
Gift cards can be used on the estate for general admission tickets, specialty tours, event tickets, dining, and items at the Shops at Mount Vernon.
Gift cards are sent by mail and balances never expire.
Order by Dec. 7 for delivery by Christmas.
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