George Washington’s Mount Vernon

Homepage New About George Washingtons Mount Vernon: Visit the First Presidents Estate George Washingtons estate is a cant-miss for history buffs, families, and visitors to Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia. Start by getting your grounds pass, which grants you admission to the estate. Experience Our Nations Founding So Much More Than a Mansion Explore the estate, on your own or as part of our tours, and experience what life was like for George Washington, his family, and the people who lived and worked at Mount Vernon. Theres much to see and do at Mount Vernon. The Education Center exhibit on George Washingtons life is closed for an extensive rebuild and will reopen in 2026. The museum exhibit Mount Vernon: Story of An American Icon, located next to the Education Center, is open. Theres much to see and do at Mount Vernon. The Edu George Washingtons Mount Vernon Step Into History at George Washingtons Mount Vernon Step Into History at George Washingtons Mount VernonImmerse yourself in our nations founding in Northern Virginia with tours, exhibits, and special events.Get Your Grounds PassGroup Admission Explore our staffs favorites in the Mount Vernon: Story of an American Icon exhibition on display at the Museum. See treasured items that tell the full story of Mount Vernon from prehistoric times to today. ngton, D.C. Metro Area Group Experiences Plan Your Visit Discover the Home of George and Martha Washington Open 365 days a year, Mount Vernon is located just 15 miles south of Washington DC. The Estate Mansion Historic Area & Gardens Tombs Farm Distillery & Gristmill Museums Virtual Tour The Estate There’s So Much to See From the mansion to lush gardens and grounds, intriguing museum galleries, immersive programs, and the distillery and gristmill. Spend the day with us! George Washington Early Life French & Indian War Revolutionary War Constitution First President Martha Washington Slavery Native Americans Religion Family George Washington