Mount Vernon Calendar

Talk with the people who knew George Washington best. See the General through the eyes of his family, friends, hired and enslaved staff.

Performances daily; schedule varies. See the sign outside of the Interpretive Center for more information.

George Washington’s Mansion is currently undergoing preservation work. During this Mansion Revitalization Project, rooms will be taken off display for extended periods.

Although you can't see some of the rooms in person, you can view them and the objects inside with an interpreter-led virtual tour.

See original 18th-century objects and view Mount Vernon's treasures up-close, including George Washington's sword, his presidential chair, and objects used and owned by the enslaved community.

This 60-minute specialty tour uses lyrics from the hit musical Hamilton to explore George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

As you “look around, look around” the estate grounds, you’ll discuss the themes of the musical, the real-life events that inspired it, and “who lives, who dies, who tells your story.”

This 22-minute film highlights George Washington's role in the Revolutionary War and covers three campaigns – Boston, Trenton, and Yorktown—that led to victory in the War for Independence.

The film plays every half hour, starting at 9:30 a.m. The last showing is at 5 p.m.

The Smith Auditorium is located in the Mount Vernon Inn Complex, next to the Shops at Mount Vernon and the food court.

Pay your respect to George Washington by participating in a brief wreath-laying ceremony at the Washingtons' Tomb.

A staff member will lead those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance, General Washington’s prayer for his country, and the placement of a wreath.

Wreath-laying ceremonies typically last 20-30 minutes.

Listen to the stories of the enslaved people who built and operated Mount Vernon, and learn about their daily lives on the estate during this 60-minute tour.

In the autumn of 1774, George Washington visited Betsy Ross's upholstery shop in Philadelphia and purchased 3 sets of bedhangings from her. Stop by the Discovery Station to learn more about this revolutionary shopping trip! 

Join our resident fifer for a musical demonstration and discussion of fife & drum music, and its importance during the American Revolution!

Commemorate the community of the enslaved people who lived and worked at Mount Vernon during a special wreath-laying presentation.

During this 75-minute guided tour, discover more than 250 years of Mount Vernon history as you explore available rooms of the Mansion and the surrounding outbuildings and gardens.

Experience George Washington's Mount Vernon from a different perspective during a narrated excursion on the Potomac River.

Please allow 30 minutes to walk to the Wharf to meet your boat. Tours depart promptly, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated. General admission is required.

Purchase with General Admission

Experience George Washington's Mount Vernon from a different perspective during a narrated excursion on the Potomac River.

Please allow 30 minutes to walk to the Wharf to meet your boat. Tours depart promptly, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated. General admission is required.

Purchase with General Admission

Step back in time and join a person from Washington's world, like his personal secretary or enslaved chamber maid, as they go about their daily activities.

This 60-minute specialty tour highlights the history of preservation at George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

Hear how a group of women, The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, restored George Washington’s estate in the 19th century and how their work continues today. 

Learn about our preservation efforts to return the estate to its 1799 appearance – the last year of Washington’s life – and about the discoveries that have transformed our understanding of Mount Vernon and those who lived at the estate.

Please note that this tour does not enter the Mansion.

Listen to the stories of the enslaved people who built and operated Mount Vernon, and learn about their daily lives on the estate during this 60-minute tour.

Join the Youth Programs team to learn more about the types of foods that the enslaved community grew and foraged at Mount Vernon. 

Join our resident fifer for a musical demonstration and discussion of fife & drum music, and its importance during the American Revolution!

Pay your respect to George Washington by participating in a brief wreath-laying ceremony at the Washingtons' Tomb.

A staff member will lead those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance, General Washington’s prayer for his country, and the placement of a wreath.

Wreath-laying ceremonies typically last 20-30 minutes.

This 60-minute specialty tour uses lyrics from the hit musical Hamilton to explore George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

As you “look around, look around” the estate grounds, you’ll discuss the themes of the musical, the real-life events that inspired it, and “who lives, who dies, who tells your story.”

Commemorate the community of the enslaved people who lived and worked at Mount Vernon during a special wreath-laying presentation.