We regularly visit Mount Vernon and are so appreciative of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and all that they have done, and are doing, to preserve, restore, and manage the estate. It's difficult to choose our favorite time of the year to visit, but our daughter especially loves to visit during the Christmas season so she can see Aladdin the camel. Here is a photo of her with her two Aladdins! Ken Rodriguez, 2018
We regularly visit Mount Vernon and are so appreciative of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and all that they have done, and are doing, to preserve, restore, and manage the estate. It's difficult to choose our favorite time of the year to visit, but our daughter especially loves to visit during the Christmas season so she can see Aladdin the camel. Here is a photo of her with her two Aladdins! Ken Rodriguez, 2018
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
This is our granddaughter and her doll, Kit’s first time to Mount Vernon Estate and she can not wait to go back. Diana Hughes, 2020
This is our granddaughter and her doll, Kit’s first time to Mount Vernon Estate and she can not wait to go back. Diana Hughes, 2020
This is our beautiful granddaughter and her fill Kit’s first trip to Mount Vernon. She loved it and can not wait to go back. Diana Hughes, 2020
This is our beautiful granddaughter and her fill Kit’s first trip to Mount Vernon. She loved it and can not wait to go back. Diana Hughes, 2020
I am a member and try to ge there more than once a month. I met and bonded with a very special horse who was there with his Dad for an Army Encampment Demo. Erin Doherty, 2020
I am a member and try to ge there more than once a month. I met and bonded with a very special horse who was there with his Dad for an Army Encampment Demo. Erin Doherty, 2020
A visit to Virginia wouldn’t be complete without a trip to MV! This was during a trip to celebrate my father-in-law’s 80th in November of 2018!
Clan Brennan Katherin Brennan, 2018
A visit to Virginia wouldn’t be complete without a trip to MV! This was during a trip to celebrate my father-in-law’s 80th in November of 2018! Clan Brennan Katherin Brennan, 2018
I believe this was the Fall Wine Festival in 2014. My mom photobombed George and Martha - she loved this photo. Sadly, she passed away in 2017 before I took DNA testing and developed our family tree. She would have been super ecstatic to learn George Washington was her 3rd cousin 7 x removed AND Martha was her 1st cousin 8x removed! Karen Fones, 2014
I believe this was the Fall Wine Festival in 2014. My mom photobombed George and Martha - she loved this photo. Sadly, she passed away in 2017 before I took DNA testing and developed our family tree. She would have been super ecstatic to learn George Washington was her 3rd cousin 7 x removed AND Martha was her 1st cousin 8x removed! Karen Fones, 2014
We always visit MV when we’re visiting family in Virginia. It’s one of our favorite places! My mother-in-law worked in the Education Dept for many years and so we have a special connection to the estate. Katherine Brennan, 2015
We always visit MV when we’re visiting family in Virginia. It’s one of our favorite places! My mother-in-law worked in the Education Dept for many years and so we have a special connection to the estate. Katherine Brennan, 2015
We regularly visit Mount Vernon and are so appreciative of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and all that they have done, and are doing, to preserve, restore, and manage the estate. It's difficult to choose a favorite time of the year to visit, but our daughter especially loves to visit during the Christmas season so she can see Aladdin the camel. Here is a photo of her with her two Aladdins! Ken Rodriguez, 2018
We regularly visit Mount Vernon and are so appreciative of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and all that they have done, and are doing, to preserve, restore, and manage the estate. It's difficult to choose a favorite time of the year to visit, but our daughter especially loves to visit during the Christmas season so she can see Aladdin the camel. Here is a photo of her with her two Aladdins! Ken Rodriguez, 2018
My sister-in-law, Sophia Gray, from Paris, France during our Christmas holiday break in December 2017 - January 2018. Henry O'Donoghue, 2017
My sister-in-law, Sophia Gray, from Paris, France during our Christmas holiday break in December 2017 - January 2018. Henry O'Donoghue, 2017
I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 4 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 4 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) Thanks very much for the opportunity to share these photos.Jill Dahlburg, 2019
I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 4 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 4 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) Thanks very much for the opportunity to share these photos.Jill Dahlburg, 2019
I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 3 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) Jill Dahlburg, 2019
I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 3 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) Jill Dahlburg, 2019
I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 2 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) Jill Dahlburg, 2019
I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 2 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) Jill Dahlburg, 2019
I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 1 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) Jill Dahlburg, 2019
I love watching the little spring lambs at Mt Vernon! My family is missing them this year -- and we're looking forward to seeing them soon. (This is picture 1 of 4, taken right before feeding time ... at1:30 PM on 29 March 2019.) Jill Dahlburg, 2019
