A Long History of Preservation
The view from Mount Vernon became threatened by a plan to build an oil tank farm directly across the Potomac River from Mount Vernon in the 1950s. Vice Regent and Congresswoman Frances Payne Bolton ensured this did not happen.
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Easements
Through the use of easements, dozens of properties have been protected from development.
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Preservation
The viewshed is only one part of Mount Vernon's preservation efforts. Everyday experts work to ensure the Mansion, outbuildings, objects, and more are protected for future generations.
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