As we prepare for a celebration of the first 250 years of the United States, we are embarking on projects to preserve George Washington's estate and celebrate the events of the founding era.
July 2026
Visitors to Mount Vernon in July 2026 can:
- see the results of our three-year Mansion Revitalization Project, including the George Washington Bedchamber that has been restored to its 1799 appearance
- experience our new exhibit on George Washington's life and times
- walk through a Revolutionary War encampment and chat with the soldiers to learn about life as an 18th-century soldier (starting in spring 2025)
We invite you to join us at George Washington's Mount Vernon for this historic celebration.
Upcoming Events
As America's 250th anniversary draws near, attend our events that share the legacy of the founding era.
Educational Resources
American Revolution Resources
Explore Mount Vernon's educational resources to learn more about the American Revolution through content pages, infographics, and activity sheets.
Regional Teacher Programs
Throughout 2025 and 2026, Mount Vernon will host a series of regional workshops for teachers across the United States on George Washington, Mount Vernon, and the 18th-century world.
Mount Vernon Digital Resources
Learn about the life of George Washington and the founding of the nation with our videos, podcasts, lesson plans, and online games.
As we look to the future, and particularly to the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, we are raising funds to take on immediate preservation challenges and ensure that Mount Vernon lasts for generations.
New Permanent Exhibit
In April 2022, Mount Vernon opened a new permanent exhibit that highlights the people who shaped Mount Vernon, including Washington and Custis family members, enslaved and hired laborers, and Vice Regents of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, which has owned and preserved Mount Vernon since the 19th century.
George Washington Exhibit Revitalization
By 2026, we aim to revitalize our George Washington exhibit and bring his story to life using modern technology.
This updated space will focus on why George Washington matters today and how the decisions that he made in his lifetime continue to impact us in the 21st century.
America's Invitation
On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
"On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond."
Visit America250 to learn about its mission to commemorate and celebrate the nation's anniversary.
"The Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) will mark the nation’s semiquincentennial by bringing Virginians together to learn more about Virginia’s key role in shaping the nation, better understand the untold stories and unsung heroes that shaped our past, and inspire our ongoing work to form a more perfect union."
Visit va250.org to learn how the state of Virginia is commemorating the 250th anniversary and find upcoming events.
Partner With Us
To partner with us, contact Julie Almacy, Vice President of Media & Communications at julie.almacy@mountvernon.org.