Winter Glow at Mount Vernon

Enter the lantern-lit historic area and marvel as you see Washington's famous landscape transformed by light and music. Historic spaces throughout the estate will be aglow and illuminated, creating a festive atmosphere that will delight guests of all ages!  Warm up by the crackling fires, roast s'mores, and purchase holiday gifts for your loved ones. 18th-Century Entertainment<ul><li>Visit our 18th-century tavern tent on the bowling green for music and games.</li><li>Chat with people from Washington’s world to explore traditions and envision what it was like preparing for twelfth night at the Interpretative Center (entry until 7:30 p.m.)</li><li>Learn about holiday traditions of the past in the Ford Orientation Center as you prepare to enter into Washington's world.</li><li>Dance to 18th-century music in the greenhouse (entry until 7:45 p.m.)</li><li>See sparks fly at the blacksmith shop.</li><li>Meet our holiday guest, Aladdin the Camel, continuing the tradition of when George Washington brought a camel to Mount Vernon in 1787. </li><li>Enjoy an 18th-century look at the Mansion and hear stories from 1774, as told by our history interpreters (Mansion Circle)</li></ul>Holiday Shopping &amp; Dining<ul><li>Purchase holiday food and drinks, including s'mores kits.</li><li>Shop for holiday gifts from The Shops at Mount Vernon on the 12-acre field. </li></ul>Kids' Activities<ul><li>Wind through a straw bale kids' maze filled with Christmas lights.</li><li>Play "I Spy General George Washington." Search for General Washington, hidden among the lights and enchanted spaces of the estate and see how many you can find!</li></ul>ENTRY TIMES<ul><li>November 29-30, 2024</li><li>December 15-19, 2024</li><li>December 23, 2024</li></ul>Entry times vary by date. Entry times: 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m. You will select your entry time in the checkout.

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