Mount Vernon Archives - What To See In Washington DC

In DC for the Inauguration? 5 Exhibits You Must See

ExhibitJanuary 16, 20254KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Are you and your family coming to DC for the inauguration? Don't forget to visit the Smithsonian while you're in town. If you're not sure where to go, here are five thematically appropriate must-see exhibits for the inauguration. Due to the inauguration, check each museum's website for hours and closings before you visit. 1) America's…

Exploring the U.S. Constitution in Washington DC with Your Family

Holidays, MuseumsSeptember 21, 2024101Views 0Likes 0Comments

On September 17th, 1787, the Constitutional Congress delegates signed the U.S. Constitution into effect. To explore this important document more, here are a few places to visit in Washington DC with your family. 1. View the National Archives. Walk through the Rotund and see the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.…

Mount Vernon’s Head Gardener is Retiring

MuseumsAugust 24, 2024143Views 0Likes 0Comments

He's gardened at Mount Vernon longer than George Washington ever did. Washington lived here for 45 years. Dean Norton, the current head gardener, has worked at the estate for 55 years. And now, Mount Vernon's longest-serving garden is retiring. This renowned gardener and garden historian has helped care for the estate since 1969. His career…

Enjoy Mount Vernon’s Revolutionary War Weekend

EventsMay 4, 2024231Views 0Likes 0Comments

War breaks out at Mount Vernon this weekend- and you're invited to participate. Saturday and Sunday are Mount Vernon's annual Revolutionary War weekend. During this event, you can step back in time and experience life during this tumultuous time in American history. For two days, the Mount Vernon estate will be full of: Marching men…

George Washington’s Cherries: An Incredible Find at Mount Vernon

MuseumsApril 27, 2024279Views 0Likes 0Comments

George Washington has been gone for 225 years. But, like with many historical figures and sites, things are still waiting to be discovered. Last year, we were in the basement of the Mount Vernon mansion for a tour. Little did we know there was a surprise waiting just beneath the bricks we walked on. This…

The Crazy Story of George Washington’s Birthdate

Events, HolidaysFebruary 19, 2024536Views 0Likes 0Comments

When George Washington was twenty-one and a half, his birth date changed. He was born on February 11, 1731, to Augustine and Mary Washington. But in 1752, eleven days disappeared, and the calendar flipped straight from Wednesday, September 2 to Thursday, September 14. This pushed his birthdate back almost a week to February 22. This…

5 Things To See at Mount Vernon on Homeschool Day

EventsMarch 4, 2023314Views 0Likes 0Comments

Visiting our founding father's home is the best way to learn about him. Going on Homeschool Day is the best value. Here's five things to see this year - Tour the mansion. See what you can learn about life at the Washington's home in the 1700's. Join the fifer on the green. He plays multiple…

Taking the National Treasure Tour at Mount Vernon

OutdoorsDecember 22, 2022249Views 0Likes 0Comments

I walk down four stone steps to the dingy basement. The bricks are old and worn, the whitewash on the walls faded, and it smells like dirt. “You just walked down the same steps as Nicholas Cage,” the tour guide announces when I reach the bottom. My siblings and I look at each other with…

Beginning a Year of Mount Vernon

MuseumsJune 30, 2022339Views 0Likes 0Comments

It's been 4 years and 3 months since we last visited Mount Vernon. We last went for free on Presidents Day. The problem with free is that all the other freeloaders like us showing up. It clogs the place up. Full parking lots, long lines, and winter weather stole some of the fun from the…