Special Events

George Washington Birthday Auction

See George Washington's Masonic Apron

For a limited time, view George Washington's Masonic apron, which he would have worn when attending Masonic meetings.

VA250 Mobile Museum Experience

The VA250 Mobile Museum Experience is coming to Mount Vernon, its first stop in Northern Virginia.

George Washington's Birthday in Your Classroom: A Virtual K-12 Program

Join Mount Vernon for a FREE virtual program to celebrate Washington's birthday right in your classroom! 

George Washington's 293rd Birthday

Celebrate with General Washington in honor of his 293rd birthday.

Behind-the-Scenes Mansion Tour

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to tour the first floor of the Mansion while preservation work is ongoing. Experience the architecture of the Mansion as never before and hear from preservation and...

NSO at Mount Vernon

Listen to members of the National Symphony Orchestra play during a three-part series at Mount Vernon.

A Conversation with David Brooks & Judy Woodruff on Democracy

Hear from David Brooks, New York Times Columnist and Author, interviewed by Senior Correspondent & former PBS News Hour Anchor Judy Woodruff.

Spring Homeschool Day

Mount Vernon welcomes homeschooling families to discover the 18th century by learning about George Washington, the British Empire, and the outbreak of the American Revolution in the spring of 1775.

NSO at Mount Vernon

Listen to members of the National Symphony Orchestra play during a three-part series at Mount Vernon.

Edwards Smokehouse Dinner

Patriots Path: A Revolutionary War Encampment

Experience the American Revolution as you walk through an 18th-century Continental Army encampment featuring soldiers' tents and an officer’s tent. 

2025 Annual Martha Washington Lecture

Hear from a panel of experts on women, history, and politics to learn about how figures of the past and today broke barriers to make a mark on our country and, at times, the world.

Lunch at the Library: General David Wooster

Join us for lunch and a compelling discussion with Jason Edwin Anderson, author of General David Wooster: Hero of the American Revolution, 1710-1777. This first biography of the influential figure is...

The Trouble of Color: Author Lecture with Martha S. Jones

The Trouble of Color is a fascinating examination of the most fundamental matters of identity, belonging, and family.

Ford Evening Book Talk: The Franklin Stove

Hear from historian Joyce E. Chaplin, author of The Franklin Stove: An Unintended American Revolution.

Spring Afternoon Tea

Spring Afternoon Tea

NSO at Mount Vernon

Listen to members of the National Symphony Orchestra play during a three-part series at Mount Vernon.

Leading Through Transition: Lessons from the Past for Tomorrow's Leaders

Join us for an immersive one-day leadership program hosted at the George Washington Leadership Institute. This unique experience combines historical perspective with modern leadership challenges, using the...

Ford Evening Book Talk: Meeting the Moment

Hear from historian William Haldeman, author of Meeting the Moment: Inspiring Presidential Leadership that Transformed America.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Lunch at the Library: An In-Depth Look at the William Gordon Books Owned by George Washington

Join experts from the Washington Library, Caroline Sharp and Dr. Alexandra Montgomery, to learn how George Washington and his beloved Mount Vernon estate shaped the creation of one of the earliest published...

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Lexington and Concord Family Day

On the 250th Anniversary of the outbreak of the American Revolution, join Mount Vernon staff to explore the Battles of Lexington & Concord, the Second Continental Congress, and Washington taking command of the...

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

The Lafayette Musical: The French National Orchestra

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette's journey back to America with a performance by the French National Orchestra of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. The concert will be followed by a reception....

Spring Plant and Garden Sale

Shop for heirloom plants, vegetables, herbs, and annual flowers—plus, native perennials, trees, and shrubs grown in Mount Vernon's greenhouses.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

The Fate of the Day: Author Lecture with Rick Atkinson

The Fate of the Day: The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780 is a fascinating examination of riveting narrative covering the middle years of the Revolution....

Revolutionary War Weekend

Step back in time at Mount Vernon's Revolutionary War Weekend.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Lives, Loves, and Loss: Remembering the Families

Explore the lives, loves, and loss of the enslaved families at George Washington's Mount Vernon with a special guided tour (free tour ticket required), family activity, and ceremonial remembrance....

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Spring Wine Festival

Join us for our most popular event of the year. Taste unlimited samples of wines from Virginia's finest wineries.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

George Washington Biography Tour

Author David McCullough once said of Mount Vernon that it was ‘the biography George Washington never wrote.’ Join us on a 60-minute tour of the grounds of Mount Vernon as you explore the growth of the Estate...

On Character: Author Lecture with General Stanley McChrystal

On Character offers an inspiring roadmap for personal growth and integrity—a call to become our best selves, both as individuals and as Americans.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

A Founders Reception Supporting Martha Washington's Quilts

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

George Washington Biography Tour

Author David McCullough once said of Mount Vernon that it was ‘the biography George Washington never wrote.’ Join us on a 60-minute tour of the grounds of Mount Vernon as you explore the growth of the Estate...

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

George Washington Biography Tour

Author David McCullough once said of Mount Vernon that it was ‘the biography George Washington never wrote.’ Join us on a 60-minute tour of the grounds of Mount Vernon as you explore the growth of the Estate...

Independence Fireworks

Enjoy an evening of family fun, fireworks, and patriotic music to celebrate our nation's founding.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

An American Celebration

Salute the first commander in chief during Mount Vernon's annual Independence Day event.

Independence Fireworks

Enjoy an evening of family fun, fireworks, and patriotic music to celebrate our nation's founding.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Biography Tour

Author David McCullough once said of Mount Vernon that it was ‘the biography George Washington never wrote.’ Join us on a 60-minute tour of the grounds of Mount Vernon as you explore the growth of the Estate...

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Purple Heart Commemoration

Pay tribute to the oldest military decoration in the U.S. at the home of its founder, George Washington. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Biography Tour

Author David McCullough once said of Mount Vernon that it was ‘the biography George Washington never wrote.’ Join us on a 60-minute tour of the grounds of Mount Vernon as you explore the growth of the Estate...

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Fall Plant and Garden Sale

Shop for seasonal color and heirloom plants along with native perennials, trees and shrubs grown at Mount Vernon.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

George Washington Patriot Run

Cross the finish line with George Washington's mansion in view. Register for our annual 10-miler or 5k race; participants receive a t-shirt and finisher medal.

Colonial Market & Fair

Step back in time at Colonial Market & Fair, featuring food and wares made by colonial artisans. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

George Washington Biography Tour

Author David McCullough once said of Mount Vernon that it was ‘the biography George Washington never wrote.’ Join us on a 60-minute tour of the grounds of Mount Vernon as you explore the growth of the Estate...

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Fall Wine Festival

Taste unlimited samples from Virginia wineries after hours at George Washington's estate.

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Distillery & Gristmill Tours

On this guided tour, see the distillery where George Washington made his whiskey and the gristmill that produced thousands of pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. 

Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon

Collect candy around the historic grounds and celebrate Halloween with 18th-century entertainment and activities.

Mount Vernon Salutes Veterans

In honor of our nation's veterans, Mount Vernon admits FREE all active duty, former, or retired military personnel on Veterans Day. 

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to the American Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the year 1775.

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to the American Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the year 1775.

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to the American Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the year 1775.

Christmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon

Kick off the holiday season with an evening of festive lights and spectacular fireworks over the Potomac River. Chat with soldiers at an 18th-century winter encampment, and meet our holiday guest, Aladdin the...

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to the American Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the year 1775.