Mount Vernon’s Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour celebrates the history of wine in Virginia with exclusive evening tours of the Mansion and cellar, appearances by “George and Martha Washington”, and live blues on the east lawn overlooking the scenic Potomac River. Visitors can bring a blanket and relax on the lawn as they sample […]
Registration Now Open for the George Washington Patriot Run 5K/10K Race
Dash through history during the area’s most unique 10K/5K, presented by Lockheed Martin on September 9, 2018. The race course, certified by USA Track & Field, takes runners up and down the scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway and traces Washington’s footsteps through the historic grounds at Mount Vernon. Take a finisher photo with General Washington and […]
Mount Vernon Fireworks and Independence Day Events
George Washington’s Mount Vernon salutes our first commander-in-chief with two spectacular events! June 29 & 30: Evening Fireworks Enjoy an evening of family fun and fireworks choreographed to patriotic music on June 29-30. This special evening event, which includes musical performances and games, will take place 6 p.m. – 9:45 p.m. on June 29-30 only. […]
Celebrate George Washington’s Birthday at His Home, Mount Vernon!
Four Days of Events – Free Admission on Monday, February 19 and Thursday, February 22, 2018 President’s Day Weekend Celebration February 17 and 18 (Sat and Sun, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) – Activities included in general admission George Washington’s favorite breakfast was “hoecakes swimming in butter and honey.” Join “General Washington” for a sample of […]
Mount Vernon Unveils New 4-D Film and Renovated Theater
New Movie and Technology Provides Guests with a Front Row Seat to the Revolutionary War’s Key Battles George Washington’s Mount Vernon has reopened its Revolutionary War Theater, marking the completion of the $2 million renovation of the 4-D theater and creation of a new feature film. The theater, which first opened in 2006, is one […]
Celebrate the Holidays at George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Celebrate the holiday season at George Washington’s Mount Vernon! Start a new family tradition at Mount Vernon’s Christmas Illuminations event: watch as a dazzling display of fireworks are launched over the Potomac River. Lady Washington welcomes you to her home during Mount Vernon’s annual Candlelight tours. Mount Vernon by Candlelight December 17, 2017 5 p.m. […]
Mount Vernon’s Blue Room Reopens October 7, 2017
The Blue Room in the Mount Vernon Mansion will reopen October 7, marking the completion of a major seven-month restoration. Guided by new research and investigation, this bedchamber’s dramatic transformation includes reproduction French wallpaper, cream-painted woodwork, and a bedstead draped in a striking blue-printed cotton. As the first room at the head of the stairs […]
Mount Vernon Special Evening Tour with Martha Washington, June 3, 2017
Special Evening Tour with Martha Washington June 3, 2017 — 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Discover the extraordinary life of Martha Washington while strolling through the grounds of Mount Vernon in the early evening after the estate is closed. Explore outbuildings that represent various functions of the estate that were overseen by Mrs. Washington, such […]
George Washington’s Mount Vernon to Host One of the Largest Revolutionary War Encampments of the Year, May 6-7
Join Mount Vernon May 6-7, 2017 for one of the largest Revolutionary War encampments in the area! Step back in time and experience more than 300 Continentals, Redcoats, Hessians, cannon, and cavalry in action at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Meet more than 300 hundred Revolutionary War military re-enactors, learn more about life in the 18th-century, […]
Get Your Tickets for Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour
Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour celebrates the history of wine in Virginia with exclusive evening tours of the Mansion and cellar, appearances by “George and Martha Washington”, and live jazz on the east lawn overlooking the scenic Potomac River. Visitors can bring a blanket and relax on the lawn as they sample wines from 20 […]