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Mount Vernon is the historic home of America’s first president, George Washington. It is located in Northern Virginia.

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Discover the pivotal story of George Washington before he became America’s Commander of the Continental Army and first president of the United States. In Young Washington, William Franklyn-Miller portrays Washington as a young surveyor and then an officer in the French and Indian War. See the film then visit Mount Vernon to explore more of his legacy!

Discover the pivotal story of George Washington before he became America’s Commander of the Continental Army and first president of the United States. In Young Washington, William Franklyn-Miller portrays Washington as a young surveyor and then an officer in the French and Indian War. See the film then visit Mount Vernon to explore more of his legacy!

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See the largest exhibit of George Washington’s clothing in decades, on view for a limited time only.

See the largest exhibit of George Washington’s clothing in decades, on view for a limited time only.

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Don't miss Revolutionary War Weekend, today and tomorrow at Mount Vernon.

Don't miss Revolutionary War Weekend, today and tomorrow at Mount Vernon.

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On May 2 and 3, George Washington's estate transforms into a Revolutionary War encampment.

On May 2 and 3, George Washington's estate transforms into a Revolutionary War encampment.

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Happy birthday to four little piglets born this morning! ❤️

Happy birthday to four little piglets born this morning! ❤️

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🎁 A Christmas message from George Washington.

🎁 A Christmas message from George Washington.

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❄️ We had our first snow of the season at Mount Vernon today!

❄️ We had our first snow of the season at Mount Vernon today!

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As George Washington’s first profession, surveying provided a clear path to social advancement. The skills he gained would prove useful throughout his life, as a military officer and an ambitious farmer. The Young Washington film shows this part of Washington's story. We invite you to visit Mount Vernon to see the tools he used to map the frontier in our Education Center! Learn more about Washington's surveying:
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As George Washington’s first profession, surveying provided a clear path to social advancement. The skills he gained would prove useful throughout his life, as a military officer and an ambitious farmer. The Young Washington film shows this part of Washington's story. We invite you to visit Mount Vernon to see the tools he used to map the frontier in our Education Center! Learn more about Washington's surveying:

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🇺🇸 Today at Mount Vernon, we celebrated the 250th anniversary of George Washington taking command of the United States Army. Happy 250th birthday to the United States Army. Huzzah! 🎉
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🇺🇸 Today at Mount Vernon, we celebrated the 250th anniversary of George Washington taking command of the United States Army. Happy 250th birthday to the United States Army. Huzzah! 🎉

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397,387 views • 1 year ago

Our $20 million exhibition, "George Washington: A Revolutionary Life," is now open! It features more original objects than ever before and interactive galleries that let you step into George Washington's world.
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Our $20 million exhibition, "George Washington: A Revolutionary Life," is now open! It features more original objects than ever before and interactive galleries that let you step into George Washington's world.

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56,474 views • 1 month ago

#ThisWeekinHistory Congress declared the United States independent from Great Britain, forever changing the course of history. George Washington ordered the Declaration read to his troops in New York. The news electrified the city as soldiers and civilians toppled the gilded equestrian statue of King George III, later melting it down to make musket balls for the Continental Army.
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#ThisWeekinHistory Congress declared the United States independent from Great Britain, forever changing the course of history. George Washington ordered the Declaration read to his troops in New York. The news electrified the city as soldiers and civilians toppled the gilded equestrian statue of King George III, later melting it down to make musket balls for the Continental Army.

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14,701 views • 21 days ago

🇺🇸 Today at Mount Vernon, we proudly welcomed over 100 new U.S. citizens at our annual July 4 naturalization ceremony, which featured a keynote address from Arnold Schwarzenegger. He said it best: George Washington was America’s first action hero. 💥🦅 It was a day of celebration, inspiration, and patriotic pride on Washington’s historic estate. Arnold
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🇺🇸 Today at Mount Vernon, we proudly welcomed over 100 new U.S. citizens at our annual July 4 naturalization ceremony, which featured a keynote address from Arnold Schwarzenegger. He said it best: George Washington was America’s first action hero. 💥🦅 It was a day of celebration, inspiration, and patriotic pride on Washington’s historic estate. Arnold

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114,119 views • 1 year ago

🇺🇸 🇺🇸 We had an absolutely amazing day today at Mount Vernon! We thank everyone who visited (so many braved the heat!) and helped us celebrate the 250th anniversary of United States! Happy 4th of July!🇺🇸 🇺🇸 Thank you to Boeing for sponsoring this event
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🇺🇸 🇺🇸 We had an absolutely amazing day today at Mount Vernon! We thank everyone who visited (so many braved the heat!) and helped us celebrate the 250th anniversary of United States! Happy 4th of July!🇺🇸 🇺🇸 Thank you to Boeing for sponsoring this event

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12,291 views • 26 days ago

👠 More Than Fashion: Martha Washington’s Wedding Shoes Martha chose these luxury shoes, costing almost four times as much as her everyday shoes, for a pivotal moment: her wedding to George Washington on January 6, 1759. Learn more about these amazing shoes:
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👠 More Than Fashion: Martha Washington’s Wedding Shoes Martha chose these luxury shoes, costing almost four times as much as her everyday shoes, for a pivotal moment: her wedding to George Washington on January 6, 1759. Learn more about these amazing shoes:

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58,395 views • 6 months ago

#OnThisDay in 1775, the United States Army was formed. 🎂 A special message from Retired Sargent First Class, Donald Francisco.
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#OnThisDay in 1775, the United States Army was formed. 🎂 A special message from Retired Sargent First Class, Donald Francisco.

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16,625 views • 1 month ago

Which stories surprised you?
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Which stories surprised you?

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18,708 views • 1 month ago

🕶️ He'll be back....at George Washington's Mount Vernon, for our July 4 American Celebration. Join us tomorrow! Doors open at 9am, Naturalization Ceremony at 10am. 🇺🇸 Get your tickets now or at the gate: Arnold Schwarzenegger
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🕶️ He'll be back....at George Washington's Mount Vernon, for our July 4 American Celebration. Join us tomorrow! Doors open at 9am, Naturalization Ceremony at 10am. 🇺🇸 Get your tickets now or at the gate: Arnold Schwarzenegger

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85,159 views • 1 year ago

See a rare display of George Washington's clothing in our museum.
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See a rare display of George Washington's clothing in our museum.

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34,389 views • 4 months ago

Why was George Washington “the indispensable man” of the American Revolution? Ken Burns discusses the leadership, character, and steady resolve that made Washington essential to America’s fight for independence. 🇺🇸 Don’t miss Ken Burns' new documentary, "The American Revolution," premiering on PBS tonight at 8 p.m. ET (check local listings). 📺 #AmericanRevolutionPBS
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Why was George Washington “the indispensable man” of the American Revolution? Ken Burns discusses the leadership, character, and steady resolve that made Washington essential to America’s fight for independence. 🇺🇸 Don’t miss Ken Burns' new documentary, "The American Revolution," premiering on PBS tonight at 8 p.m. ET (check local listings). 📺 #AmericanRevolutionPBS

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41,175 views • 8 months ago

🪑 A Chair That Witnessed History: George Washington's "Uncommon Chair"
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🪑 A Chair That Witnessed History: George Washington's "Uncommon Chair"

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28,382 views • 6 months ago

How do we know that this tree is from George Washington's time?
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How do we know that this tree is from George Washington's time?

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10,108 views • 1 month ago

Watch The American Revolution, the new Ken Burns series premiering November 16 on PBS. A powerful story about how this country was founded and its war for independence. #AmericanRevolutionPBS
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Watch The American Revolution, the new Ken Burns series premiering November 16 on PBS. A powerful story about how this country was founded and its war for independence. #AmericanRevolutionPBS

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32,979 views • 8 months ago

🪦 Where a Nation Comes to Pay Its Respects: George Washington's Tomb
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🪦 Where a Nation Comes to Pay Its Respects: George Washington's Tomb

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25,320 views • 6 months ago

#OnThisDay in 1775, the United States Army was formed. 🇺🇸 🎂⁣ A special message from Retired Sargent First Class, Donald Francisco.
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#OnThisDay in 1775, the United States Army was formed. 🇺🇸 🎂⁣ A special message from Retired Sargent First Class, Donald Francisco.

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43,199 views • 1 year ago

🛏️ Return to 1799: The Washingtons’ Bedchamber Reopens in Historic Detail
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🛏️ Return to 1799: The Washingtons’ Bedchamber Reopens in Historic Detail

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27,737 views • 7 months ago

📚 Inside the George Washington Presidential Library: A Behind-the-Scenes Tour
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📚 Inside the George Washington Presidential Library: A Behind-the-Scenes Tour

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23,743 views • 7 months ago

This is the year to cross Mount Vernon off your bucket list.
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This is the year to cross Mount Vernon off your bucket list.

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11,068 views • 2 months ago