George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill

Demonstrations by costumed distillers and millers take visitors through the historic processes of whiskey-making and flour and cornmeal production. George Washington’s Distillery is the only authentic 18th-century distillery in the country, and his water-powered gristmill features an automated system with four floors of intricate gears and shafts.

Combined ticket with Mount Vernon available. Open daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., April through October.