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
Fall Cider Making at Colvin Run Mill 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 Henry's Revolutionary WarIn 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 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 MuertosThe 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 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 VeteransIn 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 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 PriceThe "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 CandlelightJoin 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 CandlelightJoin 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 CandlelightJoin 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 CandlelightJoin 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 CandlelightJoin 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 VernonJoin 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 VernonJoin 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 CandlelightJoin 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 CandlelightJoin us for a candlelit guided tour and learn about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia, shared by costumed actors portraying George Washingto... Read More
