My son Arlen and I visited Mount Vernon at the end of an epic, two week ‘racecation’ out east. I am currently trying to complete a half marathon in all 50 states. Last summer I completed 6 half marathons, in 6 different states, in 6 days! We began our journey in Central Illinois, then headed to Niagara Falls, Canada. After that we drove through every North East State. I would race in the morning and we would go siteseeing in the afternoon. While in New York City, we stumbled upon the location of Washington’s inauguration. Of all the presidential homes and museums we saw along the way, Mount Vernon was, by far, the most meanful. We are both looking forward to returning some day - I haven’t completed a half marathon in Virginia yet, we will be back for sure! JoAnna Magelitz, 2019
My son Arlen and I visited Mount Vernon at the end of an epic, two week ‘racecation’ out east. I am currently trying to complete a half marathon in all 50 states. Last summer I completed 6 half marathons, in 6 different states, in 6 days! We began our journey in Central Illinois, then headed to Niagara Falls, Canada. After that we drove through every North East State. I would race in the morning and we would go siteseeing in the afternoon. While in New York City, we stumbled upon the location of Washington’s inauguration. Of all the presidential homes and museums we saw along the way, Mount Vernon was, by far, the most meanful. We are both looking forward to returning some day - I haven’t completed a half marathon in Virginia yet, we will be back for sure! JoAnna Magelitz, 2019
I was new to the DC area and on a solo trip to Mount Vernon. I was awestruck by the beauty of Washington’s home and the view of the Potomac. Paul Chronister, 2012
I was new to the DC area and on a solo trip to Mount Vernon. I was awestruck by the beauty of Washington’s home and the view of the Potomac. Paul Chronister, 2012
Each year in April since 2007 I’ve taken a group of Safety Patrol students to Mount Vernon. This was our first year to miss. Whitney Ward, 2019
Each year in April since 2007 I’ve taken a group of Safety Patrol students to Mount Vernon. This was our first year to miss. Whitney Ward, 2019
We visit often, as we are neighborhood friends and members of Mount Vernon. This is one of our favorite memories of Zachary meeting some of the soldiers of the Continental Army in October of 2007. Naheed Cabana, 2007
We visit often, as we are neighborhood friends and members of Mount Vernon. This is one of our favorite memories of Zachary meeting some of the soldiers of the Continental Army in October of 2007. Naheed Cabana, 2007
My boyfriend ( now husband) and I visited Mount Vernon with my parents and their good friends for the spring Wine Festival at Mount Vernon in May 2010. We enjoyed picnicking on the lawn overlooking the Potomac River, seeing the mansion by candlelight, and being welcomed to their home by General and Mrs. Washington. Cynthia Brenner, 2010
My boyfriend ( now husband) and I visited Mount Vernon with my parents and their good friends for the spring Wine Festival at Mount Vernon in May 2010. We enjoyed picnicking on the lawn overlooking the Potomac River, seeing the mansion by candlelight, and being welcomed to their home by General and Mrs. Washington. Cynthia Brenner, 2010
Our sons Louis & Roy looking out over the Potomac. We became members in 2020 and have all enjoyed spending time as a family outdoors exploring the grounds and learning about our nation's first president.Andrew Smetana, 2020
Our sons Louis & Roy looking out over the Potomac. We became members in 2020 and have all enjoyed spending time as a family outdoors exploring the grounds and learning about our nation's first president.Andrew Smetana, 2020
My three daughters, Scarlett, Lola, and Bella in their girl scout vests. They went on the Mount Vernon Scout Historic Trail. I'm a huge Washington fan and was dying to visit his home. Nina Loretto, 2019
My three daughters, Scarlett, Lola, and Bella in their girl scout vests. They went on the Mount Vernon Scout Historic Trail. I'm a huge Washington fan and was dying to visit his home. Nina Loretto, 2019
My wife and I were out there December 13, 2019, for the Mt Vernon by Candle Light Tour. It was a foggy night, and you could see the light coming out of the front of the mansion, cutting through it. Brent McDonald, 2019
My wife and I were out there December 13, 2019, for the Mt Vernon by Candle Light Tour. It was a foggy night, and you could see the light coming out of the front of the mansion, cutting through it. Brent McDonald, 2019
We are members and love all of the educational opportunities at Mt. Vernon. We are here once a month. What a national treasure! Mary Edith Malin, 2019
We are members and love all of the educational opportunities at Mt. Vernon. We are here once a month. What a national treasure! Mary Edith Malin, 2019
My wife, Jocelyn, and I are Cupola Society members and we frequently walk the Mount Vernon Estate with our black labrador, Sally. Having lived in the Washington D.C. area for over 35 years, we feel fortunate to live so close to President Washington's home and to able to visit so often. We bring every out-of-town guest to walk the Estate with us and to enjoy the view of the Potomac River from the back portico. David Hunn, 2020
My wife, Jocelyn, and I are Cupola Society members and we frequently walk the Mount Vernon Estate with our black labrador, Sally. Having lived in the Washington D.C. area for over 35 years, we feel fortunate to live so close to President Washington's home and to able to visit so often. We bring every out-of-town guest to walk the Estate with us and to enjoy the view of the Potomac River from the back portico. David Hunn, 2020
Our kids, Tatum and Knox, in colonial costumes at Halloween trick or treating at Mt Vernon. We live 2 miles away on the old Muddy Hole Farm and adore getting to Mt Vernon.
Our kids, Tatum and Knox, in colonial costumes at Halloween trick or treating at Mt Vernon. We live 2 miles away on the old Muddy Hole Farm and adore getting to Mt Vernon.
My wife Jacque and I visited Mt. Vernon at the end of October, 2019. We were in the Washington, D. C. area to dedicate a memorial to my wife's Irish immigrants whose graves at Mt. Olivette were heretofore unmarked (they immigrated during the famine). We had not been to Mt. Vernon in several years and this time we wanted to spend three days so we could absorb as much information as possible about Washington's life. One aspect that stood out for us was the range of endeavors Washington undertook to broaden his economic base. The grist mill is a fabulous example. The tour was very interesting and the grounds are lovely, especially in the fall. While the mansion and its grounds are, of course, the centerpiece of a trip to Mt. Vernon, the grist mill shouldn't be overlooked. It was cutting edge for its time and a demonstration of the breadth of Washington's thinking. Mt. Vernon is such a precious part of our heritage and we're grateful that it is being so well maintained and curated. Thanks to all who contribute to make this possible and to the staff and volunteers for their outstanding work. Since we live so far away, we very much appreciate the wonderful online resources that are available. October 2019. Marc Christensen, 2019
My wife Jacque and I visited Mt. Vernon at the end of October, 2019. We were in the Washington, D. C. area to dedicate a memorial to my wife's Irish immigrants whose graves at Mt. Olivette were heretofore unmarked (they immigrated during the famine). We had not been to Mt. Vernon in several years and this time we wanted to spend three days so we could absorb as much information as possible about Washington's life. One aspect that stood out for us was the range of endeavors Washington undertook to broaden his economic base. The grist mill is a fabulous example. The tour was very interesting and the grounds are lovely, especially in the fall. While the mansion and its grounds are, of course, the centerpiece of a trip to Mt. Vernon, the grist mill shouldn't be overlooked. It was cutting edge for its time and a demonstration of the breadth of Washington's thinking. Mt. Vernon is such a precious part of our heritage and we're grateful that it is being so well maintained and curated. Thanks to all who contribute to make this possible and to the staff and volunteers for their outstanding work. Since we live so far away, we very much appreciate the wonderful online resources that are available. October 2019. Marc Christensen, 2019
