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Mount Vernon's New Exhibit: George Washington & His Generals
February 21, 2009 - January 10, 2010
Donald W. Reynolds Museum
| | British major John Pitcairn lost these pistols at the first engagement of the Revolutionary War. Photograph by Doug Mindell. |
| | This sword was presented to Lt. James Giles, 2nd Continental Artillery, by the marquis de Lafayette on September 9, 1780. Courtesy of Morristown National Historical Park. |
On February 21, Historic Mount Vernon opens “George Washington & His Generals,” a new temporary exhibition co-sponsored by the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association and The Society of the Cincinnati.
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The National Treasure Tour at Mount Vernon
February 28 - October 31, 2009
During the "National Treasure Tour” visitors can take an hour-long walking tour that includes behind-the-scenes information about areas where “National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets” filming took place and how these locations were used during George Washington’s time.
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An American Celebration at Mount Vernon
July 4, 2009
Historic Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, salutes our first commander-in-chief with a dazzling display of daytime fireworks during its annual Independence Day event! For the first time ever, visitors will be treated to spectacular more...
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Wheat-Treading Demonstrations
July 4 - October 18, 2009
George Washington: Pioneer Farmer Site
July has always been a time of celebration at George Washington’s farm as it marks the beginning of the wheat harvest season. To celebrate Washington the farmer, Mount Vernon’s farm staff kick-off the season on the Fourth of July with wheat-treading demonstrations at the George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site.
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C-SPAN Filming Live at Mount Vernon with John Ferling
July 5, 2009
Donald W. Reynolds Museum
On July 5, C-SPAN will be filming live at Mount Vernon in the Donald W. Reynolds Museum. BookTV will feature author and historian John Ferling on In Depth.
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Ongoing Events
Forest Trail
January 1 - December 31, 2009
This quarter-mile trail leads through woods of Oak, Holly, and Laurel trees, past Washington’s cobble quarry, a Native American site, and over a bridge spanning a steep ravine.
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Gardens
January 1 - December 31, 2009
The Upper Garden includes a wide variety of flowers and trees, boxwood planted in Washington's day, and a few vegetable beds. The beds have been restored to their originial size, based on careful archaeological excavations, and two boxwood parterres have been re-created with the French fleur-de-lis design that Washington admired.
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Old Tomb, Washington's Tomb, Slave Memorial
January 1 - December 31, 2009
George Washington died in the master bedroom at Mount Vernon on December 14, 1799. In his will, he directed that he be buried on his beloved Mount Vernon estate.
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Potomac River Sightseeing Cruise
March 13 - November 1, 2009
Enjoy a forty-minute sightseeing excursion and waterside view of Mount Vernon. Several excursions offered daily (excluding Monday).
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Early Opening
April 1 - August 31, 2009
Open to the public at 8:00 a.m., Mount Vernon is one of the few early-opening attractions in the Washington, D.C. area. Mount Vernon's summer hours begin April 1.
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George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site and 16-sided Treading Barn
April 1 - October 31, 2009
This four-acre site features rare-breed farm animals (oxen, mules, roosters, sheep, and chickens) similar to the varieties Washington had at his farms.
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George Washington's Distillery
April 1 - October 31, 2009
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George Washington's Gristmill
April 1 - October 31, 2009
Visitors will get the opportunity to see an 18th-century water-powered mill in operation, discover how it works, and learn how this particular mill played an important role in George Washington's vision for America's future as "granary to the world."
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Tribute at the Tomb
April 1 - October 31, 2009
All visitors are invited to participate in a public wreathlaying to commemorate the lives of George and Martha Washington. A historic interpreter will read “Washington's Prayer for His Country” and will lead visitors in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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Garden and Landscape Tours
April 1 - October 31, 2009
This 30-minute guided walking tour examines Washington's brilliant design for the grounds around Mount Vernon. Visit the gardens he created, see some of his original trees, and learn how he merged areas for work and leisure to create a master plan for his beloved home.
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Slave Life at Mount Vernon Tour
April 1 - October 31, 2009
This 30-minute guided walking tour highlights the lives and contributions of the African-Americans who built and operated the plantation home of George and Martha Washington.
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“The Prayer at Valley Forge” Painting Now on Display at Historic Mount Vernon
June 1 - December 31, 2009
Artist Arnold Friberg’s “The Prayer at Valley Forge” painting depicting General Washington kneeling in prayer during the critical winter months at Valley Forge is on display in Historic Mount Vernon’s Donald W. Reynolds building lobby.
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