Explore George Washington’s World: Teaching America’s History
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Explore George Washington’s World: Teaching America’s History
At Mount Vernon, we share the history of America's founding through our tours and exhibits, our research library, professional development opportunities for teachers, and more.
Learn about how you can help us in our mission to teach America’s story: https://bit.ly/3ImbS8E
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