George Washington Sites

George Washington's family roots are deep in the Washington, DC, area. While the most well-known is Mount Vernon, his family home is south of DC in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and is open to the public. Many other sites lay claim to a Washington connection. Today's transportation choices make it an easy drive to visit most of the sites, but it's important to remember that during Washington's lifetime in the 18th century, it could take several days to make a trip that today takes just minutes.

Carlyle House Historic Park
(703) 549-2997
121 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Hours and Admission
10am-4pm Tuesday-Saturday
12-4pm Sunday
Closed Mondays, December 25, and January 1
Admission charged

This historic 18th-century Palladian-style mansion, located in Alexandria, was built in the 1750s. George Washington was a frequent overnight guest at Carlyle House. It served as the initial headquarters for Major-General Edward Braddock during the French and Indian War. It operated as a hotel during the mid 1800s, and was occupied by Union forces during the Civil War.

Ferry Farm (George Washington's home)
(540) 370-0732
268 Kings Highway, Fredericksburg, VA 22405

Hours and Admission
March-October: Monday – Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday, Noon-5pm
November- December: Monday – Saturday, 10am-4pm Sunday, Noon-4pm.
Closed Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and December 24, 25, & 31
Admission charged

George Washington's family roots are deep in historic Fredericksburg. He lived on Ferry Farm from six years old to about 19 when he moved to Mount Vernon.

Gadsby's Tavern Museum
(703) 838-4242
134 N. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Hours and Admission
November-March: 11am-4pm, Wednesday-Saturday
Sunday 1-4pm
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Closed January 1, Thanksgiving, December 25

April-October:
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday and Monday 1-5 pm

Admission charged

Visitors will get a “slice of life” picture of what life was like for everyday early Americans. The Gadsby’s Tavern Museum consists of two buildings, a 1785 tavern and the 1792 City Hotel. George Washington’s Birthnight Ball and an inaugural banquet for Thomas Jefferson were held at the location, which is now a National Historic Landmark in Old Town Alexandria.

Kenmore Plantation (Family home of George Washington's sister)
(540) 373-3381
1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Hours and Admission
March to October: Monday-Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday, Noon-5pm
November to December: Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm Sunday, Noon-4pm 
Closed Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and December 24, 25, & 31 Admission charged

This Georgian mansion, built in the 1770s by Fielding and Betty Washington Lewis, George Washington's sister, is famous for its ornate plasterwork ceilings.

Mount Vernon (George Washington's home)
(703) 780-2000 3200
Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121

Hours and Admission
April-October: 9am-5pm
November-March: 9am-4pm
Admission charged

Home and final resting place of America's 1st President, George Washington. During the time that Washington lived here (more than 45 years), Mount Vernon was an 8,000-acre plantation, which was divided into five farms; each was a complete unit. The farm where Washington and his family lived was called the "Mansion House Farm," and is the part of the plantation that we refer to today as "Mount Vernon." Washington inherited the property from his older half-brother, who named the property in honor of his commanding officer, Admiral Edward Vernon of the British navy.

The Hamilton Experience

Hamilton: An American Musical is a musical about the life of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton that has enthralled many Americans since 2015.  Hamilton will run at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., June 12 - September 16, 2018, and various events will occur throughout the area during that time to further tell the story of Alexander Hamilton to DC's visitors.  Mount Vernon is running a special exhibit, "Be Washington: It's Your Turn to Lead," to showcase the time during Washington's presidency and his real-life interactions with Alexander Hamilton.

Interactive Exhibit: "Be Washington: It's Your Turn to Lead"
Ongoing
George Washington's Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Hwy
Mt. Vernon, VA
$18/Adults; $17/Seniors; $11/Youth (6-11); $0/Children under 5

George Washington Masonic Memorial
(703) 683-2007 
101 Callahan Drive, Alexandria, VA 22301

Hours and Admission
Open daily 9am-5pm 
Guided tours available daily at 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm 
Admission charged
Groups of ten or more are asked to make a reservation two weeks in advance.

The Memorial is located in Alexandria, just a few miles from Mount Vernon. It stands atop Shuters Hill on King Street. This memorial was built to honor George Washington, who is the pre-eminent member of the Masonic fraternity. It also offers views of downtown Alexandria, Virginia, and the Potomac River.

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