George Washington’s Mount Vernon

A large white colonial-style house with a red roof, tall columns, and a cupola sits on a green lawn, surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.

A family of four stands outside a rustic log cabin surrounded by trees and greenery on a sunny day. A wooden structure or garden is visible in the background.

A brick tomb with an arched entrance, black iron gate, and two stone pillars, flanked by American and blue flags, is surrounded by trees under a partly cloudy sky.

A row of uniformed military personnel stands in formation, each holding a flagpole. The group includes members from different military branches, all wearing dress uniforms and white gloves.

A small white brick garden shed with a red roof sits among green trees and flowering bushes, near a white picket fence and gravel path. Wooden steps lead to its closed door. Pink and white flowers bloom nearby.

A sheep with thick, curly wool stands on green grass near a rustic wooden fence, with sunlight casting shadows and more fencing and trees visible in the background.

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The beautiful riverside estate of George Washington includes the Mansion, outbuildings, Tomb, working farm, and visitor facilities. The Ford Orientation Center and Museum feature interactive displays and movies in addition to more than 700 artifacts.

Groups of 20 or more get special group rates, which include a guided tour of the Mansion and entry to the Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center and the Distillery & Gristmill.

Enrich your group’s experience by incorporating a wreath-laying ceremony at Washington’s Tomb, a flag-raising ceremony at the main entrance, and more. For more information, contact (703) 799-8688 or groups@mountvernon.org.

George Washington’s Mount Vernon is open 365 days a year, and is located in Northern Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C., and Maryland.