Fairfax County

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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.

Local Events

Patriots Path: A Revolutionary War Encampment at Mount VernonPatriots Path: A Revolutionary War Encampment at Mount Vernon
March 08, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Fairfax County

What was life like for Continental soldiers and patriots during the Revolutionary War? Immerse yourself in the daily life of soldiers, military off... Read More

Fall Cider Making at Colvin Run Mill Fall Cider Making at Colvin Run Mill
October 05, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Fairfax County

Fall Cider Making at Colvin Run Mill Experience the taste of fall with a private, hands-on cider-making session for up to eight people at Colvin R... Read More

Battle Brief - Patrick HenryBattle Brief - Patrick Henry's Revolutionary War
November 04, 2025 - November 04, 2025
Fairfax County

In the lead-up to the Revolutionary War, Patrick Henry of Virginia was known as a strong Patriot and advocate for independence. He is most famous for ... Read More

Sully Illuminated: Candlelight ToursSully Illuminated: Candlelight Tours
November 07, 2025 - November 07, 2025
Fairfax County

Sully Illuminated: Candlelight Tours Nov. 7-8 and Nov. 14-15 Tour Times: 5:30 and 6 p.m. Step back in time and experience the beauty of an 18th... Read More

Carlyle House Family Fun Day: Día de los MuertosCarlyle House Family Fun Day: Día de los Muertos
November 08, 2025 - November 08, 2025
Fairfax County

The first Saturday of the month through November, guests can sit in on story time starting at the top of each hour and participate in crafts and other... Read More

Sully Illuminated: Candlelight ToursSully Illuminated: Candlelight Tours
November 08, 2025 - November 08, 2025
Fairfax County

Sully Illuminated: Candlelight Tours Nov. 7-8 and Nov. 14-15 Tour Times: 5:30 and 6 p.m. Step back in time and experience the beauty of an 18th... Read More

Mount Vernon Salutes VeteransMount Vernon Salutes Veterans
November 11, 2025 - November 11, 2025
Fairfax County

In honor of our nation's veterans, George Washington’s Mount Vernon admits FREE all active duty, former, or retired military personnel on Veterans D... Read More

Sully Illuminated: Candlelight ToursSully Illuminated: Candlelight Tours
November 15, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Fairfax County

Sully Illuminated: Candlelight Tours Nov. 7-8 and Nov. 14-15 Tour Times: 5:30 and 6 p.m. Step back in time and experience the beauty of an 18th... Read More

Book Talk - "Winning the Ten Crucial Days" by David PriceBook Talk - "Winning the Ten Crucial Days" by David Price
November 20, 2025 - November 20, 2025
Fairfax County

The "Ten Crucial Days" winter campaign of 1776–77 is one of the most storied in the annals of military history. David Price examines this pivotal mo... Read More

Mount Vernon by CandlelightMount Vernon by Candlelight
November 28, 2025 - November 28, 2025
Fairfax County

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washingto... Read More

Mount Vernon by CandlelightMount Vernon by Candlelight
November 29, 2025 - November 29, 2025
Fairfax County

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washingto... Read More

Mount Vernon by CandlelightMount Vernon by Candlelight
December 12, 2025
Fairfax County

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washingto... Read More

Mount Vernon by CandlelightMount Vernon by Candlelight
December 13, 2025 - December 13, 2025
Fairfax County

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washingto... Read More

Mount Vernon by CandlelightMount Vernon by Candlelight
December 19, 2025 - December 19, 2025
Fairfax County

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washingto... Read More

Christmas Illuminations at Mount VernonChristmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon
December 20, 2025 - December 20, 2025
Fairfax County

Join Mount Vernon for a family-friendly celebration of the holiday season with an enchanted evening of Christmas Illuminations. Watch stunning hol... Read More

Christmas Illuminations at Mount VernonChristmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon
December 21, 2025 - December 21, 2025
Fairfax County

Join Mount Vernon for a family-friendly celebration of the holiday season with an enchanted evening of Christmas Illuminations. Watch stunning hol... Read More

Mount Vernon by CandlelightMount Vernon by Candlelight
December 22, 2025 - December 22, 2025
Fairfax County

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washingto... Read More

Mount Vernon by CandlelightMount Vernon by Candlelight
December 23, 2025 - December 23, 2025
Fairfax County

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washingto... Read More

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