Discover George Washington
Visit the Family Hub in the Orientation Center
At the Family Hub, learn about Washington from his young life at Ferry Farm to his retirement at Mount Vernon. Explore about how he shaped the United States and how his legacies live on! Participate in hands-on learning activities and pick up a take-home to continue learning later (while supplies last).
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Storytime on the Bowling Green
At 11:00 and 2:00, listen to a Mount Vernon staff member read I am George Washington by Brad Meltzer and pick up an accompanying activity.
At 1:00, listen to a Mount Vernon staff member read Dear Mr. Washington by Lynn Cullen and pick up an activity about Washington's Rules of Civility.
Character Interpretation
Visit the Orientation Center to hear from Washington’s dear friend, the Marquis de Lafayette, as he remembers George Washington (times TBD).
Trades Demonstrations
Talk to Historic Trades Staff in the Blacksmith shop to learn more about blacksmithing at Mount Vernon (9:00 – 12:00; 1:00 – 4:00)
Visit the Historic Trades team for their Chocolate Making Demonstrations in the Vaughn Lobby (10:00 – 3:00).
Music of the Revolution
Hear our resident fifer in his Music of the Revolution Program at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. (Saturday only).
