An Original Quilt Made By Martha Washington
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An Original Quilt Made By Martha Washington
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Martha Washington is best known for being the loving and supporting wife of George Washington. But did you know one of her personal interests was making quilts? In this video, executive director of historic preservation and collections Susan Schoelwer talks about one of Martha's quilts, and its intricate design. We are lucky to have such an item, as it reveals a more personal side of Martha Washington.
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The Collections at Mount Vernon
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4
2:30
George Washington Explains the Evolution of His Military Uniform
The Collections at Mount Vernon
6
0:16
George Washington received this elaborately ornamented sword in 1796.
The Collections at Mount Vernon
8
3:48
The Story of an American Icon: George Washington's Mount Vernon
The Collections at Mount Vernon
10
56:57
Joint Program with Museum of the American Revolution: George Washington's Revolutionary War Tent
The Collections at Mount Vernon
18
3:53
Hush Every Breeze Performed On George Washington's Reproduction Harpsichord
The Collections at Mount Vernon