Fairfax County has roots in the founding of America in many different respects. Founding Fathers George Washington and George Mason made their homes here and those are some of the most visited historic sites in the Commonwealth. We are also home to the National Museum of the United States Army and the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center – which tell the tales of individuals and institutions that gave all they had to advance America across the centuries through sacrifice and innovation.
These sites, and dozens of others, not only highlight the revolution that defined America’s earliest existence, but also the continuing evolution of America as the destiny of our nation unfolded through a beautifully diverse collection of cultures and beliefs all striving to make our country as good as it possibly could be.
Patriots Path: A Revolutionary War Encampment at Mount VernonWhat was life like for Continental soldiers and patriots during the Revolutionary War? Immerse yourself in the daily life of soldiers, military off... Read More
Sewing Demonstrations: Reconstructing Historic ClothingMar. 22-23, 2025 Apr. 22-24, 2025 May 20-21, 2025 June 3-4, 2025 Watch as the yellow silk gown that Martha Washington wore to her wedding to Geo... Read More
Storytime at Gunston HallJoin us for a unique story time experience at Gunston Hall! During this one-hour program young learners and their caregivers will explore a picture bo... Read More
Lexington and Concord Family DayLearn about the outbreak of the Revolutionary War at Lexington & Concord and discover why the Second Continental Congress chose Washington to take com... Read More
Storytime at Gunston HallJoin us for a unique story time experience at Gunston Hall! During this one-hour program young learners and their caregivers will explore a picture bo... Read More
Easter BuffetEnjoy a special Easter buffet from the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, which includes spiral-cut honey-glazed ham, roasted leg of lamb, Martha's hoecakes... Read More
Sensory-Friendly Family EveningMount Vernon invites neurodivergent individuals and their families to join us for a sensory-friendly evening with discounted admission. Watch our R... Read More
Spring Plant and Garden SaleShop for heirloom vegetables, herbs, and annual flowers—plus, native perennials, trees, and shrubs grown in Mount Vernon's greenhouses. Members ... Read More
Author Lecture with Rick Atkinson: The Fate of the DayHear from bestselling author Rick Atkinson, author of The Fate of the Day: The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780. Discover a ... Read More
Revolutionary War WeekendStep back in time during a Revolutionary War encampment at Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon's serene 12-acre field transforms into a battleground as Co... Read More
George Washington Whiskey TastingSample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery. In 1799, George Washington's distillery produced ne... Read More
Cocktails by CandlelightCocktails by Candlelight is now a series! We’re expanding our much-beloved program to four events throughout the year. In the spring and fall, joi... Read More
Spring Wine FestivalTaste unlimited samples of wines from Virginia's finest wineries at Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival. Relax on the east lawn overlooking the P... Read More
Author Lecture with General Stanley McChrystal: On CharacterHear from retired United States Army General Stanley McChrystal, author of On Character: Choices That Define a Life. Learn about an inspiring roadmap ... Read More
George Washington Patriot RunJoin George Washington's Mount Vernon for a 10-miler and 5K race along the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Cross the finish line with the ... Read More
