Learn about the food the Washingtons ate and how meals were prepared in the 18th century. Explore George Washington’s gardens, salt house, smokehouse, slave quarters, greenhouses, and the Mansion’s kitchen, and learn about how food was grown, prepared, and served at Mount Vernon. Attend demonstrations of 18th century barrel making, food preservation, and the uses of preserved fruits during Washington’s time.
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August 17, 2024 - August 18, 2024 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fairfax County
George Washington's Mount Vernon 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway Mount Vernon, VA 22121
Category: Special Event
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