Mount Vernon

The Mount Vernon estate sits on an elevation of 37 meters along the Potomac River, featuring symmetrical architecture and formal gardens on its grounds.

George Washington constructed Mount Vernon in 1754, transforming it from a modest dwelling into an extensive plantation that operated through enslaved labor until 1787.

The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association maintains the estate as a museum, preserving artifacts, documents, and structures that represent early American leadership and society.

Visitors can explore the mansion, gardens, farm, distillery, gristmill, and education center through guided tours available throughout the year.

The estate maintains a collection of heritage livestock breeds similar to those raised during the 18th century, including Ossabaw Island hogs and Hog Island sheep.

Location: Fairfax County

Inception: 1756

Architects: George Washington

Official opening: 1757

Architectural style: Palladian architecture, Georgian architecture

Elevation above the sea: 37 m

Operator: Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union

Address: 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121-0110 22121-0110

Phone: +17037802000

Email: tickets@mountvernon.org

Website: https://mountvernon.org/zh

GPS coordinates: 38.70778,-77.08611

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:46