Sealed 18th-century Bottles Discovered
While excavating Washington’s cellar during the Mansion Revitalization Project, Mount Vernon’s archaeologists made a thrilling discovery—sealed glass bottles containing cherries.
As Mount Vernon's Mansion Revitalization Project proceeds into 2026, take a deep dive into the various aspects of this landmark preservation project.
In 2023, restoration work along the South Lane provided Mount Vernon’s Preservation team a preview of the work to be completed during the Mansion Revitalization Project.
As the Archaeology team continued excavations north of the piazza in preparation for the Mansion Revitalization Project, they uncovered a fascinating record of the Mansion’s evolution over time.
What does it take to safely remove and store the objects that furnish a room in the Mansion?
Explore the fascinating artifacts uncovered by Mount Vernon archaeologists ahead of the expansion of the subterranean bunker north of the Mansion.