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Events at George Washington’s Mount Vernon

December 4, 2024 by The District Leave a Comment

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Upcoming Events at Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens Holiday Afternoon Tea December 6-8 & 13-15, 2024 This holiday season, savor afternoon tea as you experience the holiday ambiance of the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant and live harp music. Choose from six delightful teas as you enjoy a variety of tea sandwiches, scones, and sweets. Space […]

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Veterans Day Events in Washington DC

September 10, 2023 by The District 27 Comments

World War 2 Memorial in Washington DC

Veterans Day is a national holiday to honor Veterans of the armed forces of the United States. In Washington, DC there are several wreath-laying ceremonies and other events in honor of these veterans. Wreath-Laying Ceremonies Arlington National Cemetery November 11 11:00 am Veterans Day wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. More information… Vietnam Veterans Memorial November 11 […]

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Celebrate the Holidays at George Washington’s Mount Vernon

November 14, 2019 by The District Leave a Comment

Mount Vernon Christmas

Fireworks, Candlelight Tours, and More Specialty Programming November 29 – December 31, 2019 Christmas past meets Christmas present at George Washington’s estate: from November 29 through December 31, visitors of all ages can tour the Mansion, watch 18th-century demonstrations, and hear stories of Christmases past from costumed characters. Special Events: Mount Vernon by Candlelight (evening […]

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Fun Fall Events at George Washington’s Mount Vernon

September 16, 2019 by The District Leave a Comment

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Celebrate the fall season with a wide array of events for all ages at George Washington’s home. New this year: the George Washington Whiskey Festival, trick-or-treating for dogs, and much more! Ford Evening Book Talk: Joanne B. Freeman  October 3, 2019  7 p.m.  Mount Vernon welcomes author Joanne B. Freeman to the Robert H. and […]

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Mount Vernon Commemorates Purple Heart Day

August 5, 2019 by The District Leave a Comment

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Join Mount Vernon and members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart for the estate’s official National Purple Heart Day Ceremony on the East Lawn overlooking the Potomac River at 10:30AM (weather permitting). Enjoy a musical prelude before the ceremony commences. The ceremony includes the presentation of the colors, a musical performance by the […]

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Tickets for Mount Vernon’s Popular Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour Now Available

September 26, 2018 by The District Leave a Comment

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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 […]

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Registration Now Open for the George Washington Patriot Run 5K/10K Race

July 26, 2018 by The District Leave a Comment

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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 […]

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Mount Vernon Fireworks and Independence Day Events

June 21, 2018 by The District Leave a Comment

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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.  […]

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Celebrate George Washington’s Birthday at His Home, Mount Vernon!

February 6, 2018 by The District Leave a Comment

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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 […]

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Mount Vernon Unveils New 4-D Film and Renovated Theater

January 2, 2018 by The District Leave a Comment

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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 […]

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