Witness Military Drills & More
Mount Vernon's serene 12-acre field transforms into a battleground as Continentals, Redcoats, and Hessians conduct military drills and 18th-century tacticals.
Meet the soldiers who are encamped at Mount Vernon, discuss military techniques, and learn about the American Revolution.
Meet the Leaders who Fought for Freedom
Join General George Washington and Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, comte de Rochambeau during twice-daily performances near the encampment.
Visit Seamstresses & Others Who Traveled with the Army
Civilians — mostly women and children — traveled with the army, either because of their relationship to a soldier in the army, or displacement because of the war.
Like the men enlisted in the army, civilians were often “on the strength” of the army and were issued wages and rations for their work. They supported the army in a variety of ways, including as washerwomen, seamstresses, nurses, and petty sutlers selling their wares to the soldiers.
Tour the 18th-century military encampments and see these civilians go about their daily lives supporting the army.
Walk Through Washington's War Tent
Walk through the Museum of the American Revolution's replica of General Washington's War Tent, which served as the marquee—or office and sleeping quarters—that he used as the command center of the Continental Army.
The Museum of the American Revolution staff will be onsite to discuss the tent and answer questions.
Virtual Tour of Washington's War Tent
Learn more about the First Oval Office Project
Schedule of Events - Saturday & Sunday
| Varies | Army Drilling Demonstrations | 12-Acre Field/Camps |
| All Day | Camps Open | 12-Acre Field |
| All Day | Museum of the American Revolution Marquees | Bowling Green |
| All Day | 18th-century Sutlers Open | Historic Area |
| All Day | Mount Vernon Inn Concessions | 12-Acre Field |
| 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | William Trent: Factor of Ambition Book Signing with Author Jason Cherry | Vaughan Lobby |
| 10 a.m. | Character Performance with General Washington | Bowling Green |
| 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Discovery Station: Privateers in the American Revolution | Historic Area |
| 10:30 a.m. | British Regimental Surgeon | 12-Acre Field/Crown Camp |
| 10:30 a.m. | Music of the Revolution (Saturday Only) | Bowling Green |
| 11 a.m. | Revolutionary War Tactical Demonstration | 12-Acre Field |
| 12 p.m. | Medicine of the Revolution | Bowling Green |
| 12:30 p.m. | Artillery Demonstration | 12-Acre Field |
| 1:30 p.m. | Character Performance with General Washington (Saturday Only) | Bowling Green |
| 1:30 p.m. | Celebration of Washington’s Departure in 1775 (Sunday Only) | Bowling Green |
| 2 p.m. | British Regimental Surgeon | 12-Acre Field/Crown Camp |
| 2 p.m. | Story Time: A Spy Called James | Bowling Green |
| 2 p.m. | Church Service with the Continental Army | 12-Acre Field/Allied Camp |
| 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | An American Triumph Book Signing with Author Tom Hand | Vaughan Lobby |
| 2:30 p.m. | Music of the Revolution (Saturday Only) | Bowling Green |
| 3 p.m. | Revolutionary War Tactical Demonstration | 12-Acre Field/Crown Camp |
| 3:30 p.m. | Medicine of the Revolution | Bowling Green |
Sat., May 3 and Sun., May 4: An American Triumph Book Signing with Author Tom Hand
Join author Tom Hand in the Vaughan Lobby as he signs copies of An American Triumph: America’s Founding Era Through the Lives of Ben Franklin, George Washington, and John Adams.
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18th-Century Sutlers
- Apple Cart Creations
- At the Sign of the Red Lion
- B. Keith, Ropemaker
- Columbus Cartography
- Crown Point Bread Co.
- Gaunt & Woods LLC
- Georgia Colony Smiths
- Half Crown Bakehouse
- K. Walters at the Sign of the Gray Horse
- Liberty & Co.
- Parsonage Handmade Soap
- Philip Marc Son's of Liberty
- Sage & Folly Historical Apothecary
- Samson Historical
- Steinhagen Pottery
- Tasha's Own
- White Historic Art
- Wintergreen Farm
- WM Booth, Drapery
Concessions Menu
Food
Breakfast Items
- Fruit Cup - $6.00
- Assorted Donuts - $4.00
- Hot Coffee - $3.00
Hot Lunch Items
- Jumbo Hot Dog - $7.00
- Corn Dog - $6.00
- With Chili - $9.00
- Cheeseburger - $10.00 (choice of chips)
- Hamburger - $9.00 (choice of chips)
- Jumbo Turkey Leg - $15.00
- Bavarian Pretzel - $12.00
- With Cheese - $14.00
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $10.00
- Fried Chicken Tenders - $8.00
- Grilled Chicken Tenders (GF) - $8.00
- Cup of Chili - $6.00
- Fried Cheese Curds - $8.00
- Funnel Cake Fries - $6.00
Cold items
- Veggie Wrap - $8.00
- Tukey & Cheese Sandwich - $10.00
- Chicken Salad Sandwich - $10.00
- Roast Beef & Cheese Sandwich - $12.00
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $9.00
- Pasta Salad Cup - $6.00
- Hummus with Veggies - $7.00
Snacks
- Assorted Chips - $3.00
- Assorted Ice Cream - $5.00
- Assorted Cookies - $4.00
- Assorted Candy - $4.00
- Trail Mix - $4.00
* Cash or Credit. All Food & Drinks Must Stay on the 12-acre Field.
Drinks
- Bottled Water - $3.00
- Canned Soda - $2.00
- Powerade - $4.00
- 20oz can/bottle - $5.00
- Juice Box - $3.00
Alcoholic Beverages
- Craft Beer - $8.00
- Domestic Beer - $6.00
- Wine - $8.00
* Must be 21 years old to order alcohol
Reenactor Weapons Regulations
George Washington’s Mount Vernon has established standards necessary to protect visitors and staff when weapons are being used during a demonstration at our site.
Unit commanders will be held accountable for their memberships’ compliance with these standards.
Participating Reenactors
Visiting Sutlers
| Continental line
| British Brigade
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