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Let's celebrate George Washington's Birthday with a free visit to Mount Vernon!

NB: This is a very popular event! Judging from past visits, we will almost certainly get separated by the crowds. Please plan to arrive early to find parking and find our group. Timed tickets for the mansion tour are handed out upon entry, so we are very likely to receive different times. Please do not get disappointed if/when we get separated -- just enjoy the visit!

❶ What we'll do:

  • We'll assemble at 8:30 am outside the Texas Gate and get in line to enter the grounds at 9 am. After going through security, receiving a ticket, and watching the introductory movie, we'll exit Ford Visitor Center and tour the grounds, with individuals taking a break to tour the mansion depending on the time on their individual ticket. Our tour alone covers 2 miles, but you'll probably cover as much again going back and forth to the mansion tour and other events.
  • Google map of our tour route: http://tinyurl.com/j4f48ba
  • There are several events taking place during the day you may wish to attend; see the notes section below.

❷ How to get there: Mount Vernon is 16 miles south of Washington DC, and 8 miles south of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, at the southern end of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. From US-1/Richmond Highway (either direction) take VA-235/Mount Vernon Memorial Highway to the traffic circle in front of the entrance. Parking is free. For more details, see: http://tinyurl.com/peytv8a

❸ What to bring: Water, comfy shoes, and your furry friend if desired. The layered look is fashionable.

  • Food and beverages other than water are not allowed.
  • Bags/backpacks and containers larger that 16x16x8 inches are not permitted; smaller containers are subject to search.
  • See Bag Inspection & Prohibited Items and Dog Visitation policies in the notes section below.

❹ Weather: The forecast is cloudy and a high of 47F, with 7-8 mph N winds and a 6-8% chance of showers. Updates here: https://tinyurl.com/3y2wpzp3

❺ Advisory: As a reminder, this is an adult group, and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety and well-being during events. No one under 18 years of age is allowed at this event, either as members or as guests, to include babies in carriers and/or strollers.

❻ Administrative stuff: There are restroom facilities at (1) the Ford Orientation Center, (2) just north of the Blacksmith Shop, (3) in between the Wharf and the 16-sided Barn, and (4) at the Museum.

❼ Notes:

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