Virginia 250 Passport

Discover Virginia’s Revolutionary-era Sites & Stories During America’s 250th Anniversary

Pick up the Virginia 250 Passport at sponsoring attractions, including George Washington’s Mount Vernon, and get a stamp for each location that you visit. Use this passport as a souvenir of your travels as you celebrate America’s semiquincentennial.

Passport holders receive a 15% discount at participating sites around the Commonwealth.

Presented by VA250 in partnership with the five signature sites—Mount Vernon, Colonial Williamsburg, Monticello, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, and the Virginia Museum of History & Culture—participants who visit at least 5 of the 70 participating sites across Virginia will be eligible for cash and prizes.

The Virginia 250 Passport is part of a statewide initiative to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and U.S. independence.

Visit George Washington’s Estate in 2026

Mark this national moment at George Washington’s Mount Vernon, where you can connect with the life, legacy, and leadership of the man who helped forge the United States.

As the home of the general who led the Revolution and America’s first president, there’s truly no place like Mount Vernon to experience this pivotal chapter of American history. This is the can’t-miss destination in 2026 for history lovers, families, students, and anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience.

Estate Hours

Mount Vernon is open 365 days a year, including holidays, with hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April through October, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. November through March.

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Bring History to Life with New Experiences at Mount Vernon

Dive deeper into Washington’s world and his role in the pursuit of independence with these new opportunities in 2026.

Embark on a Reimagined Mansion Tour

The first and second floors of the Mansion will reopen to the public in December 2025.

Walk down the same halls as the nation’s first president while you learn facts about his life that you’ve never heard before. See newly restored rooms such as the Washington bedchamber, featuring new wallpaper that showcases how the room would have looked in 1799.

See Washington’s Revolutionary Journey Come to Life

Uncover the story of George Washington in the brand-new exhibit, George Washington: A Revolutionary Life, including new displays, artifacts, and immersive experiences.

Step into a recreation of the President's House in Philadelphia. Listen to scenes play out, and learn about the challenges and experiences Washington faced throughout the presidency.

Both new and iconic objects will be on view:

A reconstruction of Martha Washington’s wedding dress
Recently-discovered sealed glass bottles with perfectly-preserved cherries and berries from the 18th century
Lifelike wax figures of George Washington
Washington's dentures
Authentic founding documents

Visit the Lives Bound Together: Slavery at Mount Vernon Exhibit

Explore the lives of the enslaved people at Mount Vernon with our new exhibit.

Within the quarters of the historic area, learn about the 317 enslaved people who lived and worked at George Washington’s five farms, gristmill, and distillery. Find out how enslaved people formed families, created tight-knit communities, earned money, and acquired personal possessions.

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Step Back in Time with our Revolutionary War Encampment

Walk through Patriots Path—a Revolutionary War encampment—and talk with soldiers to learn about life in the 18th-century military.

At this hands-on attraction, you can touch the items inside soldiers’ and officers’ tents, wash clothes in the laundry yard, and examine cooking utensils used by women and children who traveled with the army.

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See, Hear, and Feel History Unfold in Our 4D Movie Theater

This unique theater experience highlights Washington's role in the Revolutionary War, complete with snow, fog, cannon shots, and other 4D effects.

Learn about General Washington’s important military victories at Boston, Trenton, and Yorktown in our 22-minute video, Washington’s War.

Join Us For Special Events on the Estate

Mount Vernon has a variety of daily events for your whole family to enjoy, including specialty tours, 18th-century demonstrations, character engagements, tributes, musical performances, and discovery opportunities.

Attend our seasonal daytime and evening events, including An American Celebration and Independence Fireworks on July 4, to celebrate Mount Vernon and the 250th anniversary of the United States.

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Discover Original Objects at the Mount Vernon: The Story of an American Icon Exhibit

While visiting the Donald W. Reynolds Museum, view treasured items of Mount Vernon's collection up close.

Washington's Smallsword
Martha Washington's Jewelry
Nelly Custis' Harpsichord
The Houdon Bust
Original Weathervane
Presidential Chair
Bastille key

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Take Command With Our Interactive Game Be Washington

In this new interactive experience, you will come face to face with a leadership challenge that George Washington also confronted as commander in chief or president.

Listen to advice from his most trusted sources and make your decision.