SEPT SEPT SEPT OCT
2017 Fall
Special Events
SEPT
8
SEPT
10
GENTLEMAN DISTILLER: DINNER AND TASTING
GEORGE WASHINGTON PATRIOT RUN
Learn more about Washington’s role as “Distiller in Chief.” Begin with a reception at George Washington’s Distillery then continue with a whiskey tasting and seated dinner at the Mount Vernon Inn. 6:30-9:45 p.m.
Lace up your running shoes for our annual 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run, starting outside the estate gate, traveling up the George Washington Parkway, and ending in the historic area. 8 a.m. REGISTRATION NOW OPEN AND ADMISSION TICKETS ON SALE.
TICKETS: $125. Sales begin August 7 at 10 a.m. Member pre-sale: July 31–August 4.
SEPT
16–17
OCT
6–8
COLONIAL MARKET & FAIR
FALL WINE FESTIVAL & SUNSET TOUR
Colonial artisans demonstrate 18th-century crafts and sell traditional wares while children enjoy magicians, puppet shows, and a balloon launch. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sample wines from 20 Virginia wineries while enjoying breathtaking views from Washington’s home. VIP tables available. 6–9 p.m.
TICKETS: Included in general admission.
TICKETS: $40 Friday, $48 Saturday, $36 Sunday. Sales begin July 17 at 10 a.m. Member pre-sale: July 10–14.
OCT
20
OCT
21–22
BREWING HISTORY: BEER TASTING, TOUR & DINNER
FALL HARVEST FAMILY DAYS
Learn how beer was brewed and enjoyed in early America and enjoy a delicious four-course dinner and specialty beer pairing at the Mount Vernon Inn. 6:30–9:45 p.m.
Celebrate autumn at Mount Vernon with wagon rides, a straw bale maze, 18th-century cooking demonstrations, corn husk doll making, and more. Sightseeing cruises are half price this weekend only. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
TICKETS: $100. Sales begin September 18 at 10 a.m. Member presale: September 11–15.
OCT
27–28
TICKETS: Included in general admission.
NOV
4
TRICK-OR-TREATING AT MOUNT VERNON
HORSES & HOUNDS
Families enjoy trick-or-treating in the historic area and other fun and games on the grounds, including a costume contest. 3:30–6:30 P.M.
Hear the baying of hounds, the echo of hunting horns, and the thunder of horses’ hooves as Mount Vernon pays tribute to the father of the American foxhound, George Washington. 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
TICKETS: $12/adult, $6/youth. Sales begin September 25 at 10 a.m. Member pre-sale: September 18–22.
NOV
18
TICKETS: Included in general admission.
SAVE the
DATE
OUR AMERICAN GIRL
CHRISTMAS AT MOUNT VERNON
Bring your dolls and enjoy this special youth tour of Mount Vernon. 1–3 p.m.
November 24–January 6
TICKETS: $35/youth, $25/adult. Sales begin October 16 at 10 a.m. Member pre-sale: October 9–13.
December 15–16.
CHRISTMAS ILLUMINATIONS MOUNT VERNON BY CANDLELIGHT Select weekend dates, November 24–December 17.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Free Monthly Book Talks In partnership with the Ford Motor Company, the Washington Library offers evening book talks focusing on our nation’s colonial, revolutionary, and founding eras. mountvernon.org/libraryevents Gay Hart Gaines Lecture Series, September 12, October 24, November 14 The American Revolution—such a monumental event—was bound to have immense consequences for Americans and for the world. This lecture series by celebrated historian, Gordon S. Wood, explores three of these consequences.
CULINARY EVENTS AT THE MOUNT VERNON INN The Mount Vernon Inn features a lively calendar of specialty dinners, spirits tastings, and more throughout the year, plus regular brunch and happy hour programs. Visit mountvernon.org/inn to see upcoming events.
Cost: $200 for the general public, $150 for members. Register online at mountvernon.org/GHG George Washington Symposium, November 3–4 Join a multitude of scholars and speakers for this two-day symposium exploring different locations in the country where Washington spent time and that were significant to his life. Cost: $200 for the general public, $175 for members. Register online at mountvernon.org/GWSymposium
Adults: $20 ($18 online) Youth 6–11: $10 ($9 online) Children 5 and under: Free Daytime events included in general admission Buy tickets online and save Located at the southern end of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Free parking | Open daily 703.780.2000 | mountvernon.org
Special Events
SEPT
8
SEPT
10
GENTLEMAN DISTILLER: DINNER AND TASTING
GEORGE WASHINGTON PATRIOT RUN
Learn more about Washington’s role as “Distiller in Chief.” Begin with a reception at George Washington’s Distillery then continue with a whiskey tasting and seated dinner at the Mount Vernon Inn. 6:30-9:45 p.m.
Lace up your running shoes for our annual 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run, starting outside the estate gate, traveling up the George Washington Parkway, and ending in the historic area. 8 a.m. REGISTRATION NOW OPEN AND ADMISSION TICKETS ON SALE.
TICKETS: $125. Sales begin August 7 at 10 a.m. Member pre-sale: July 31–August 4.
SEPT
16–17
OCT
6–8
COLONIAL MARKET & FAIR
FALL WINE FESTIVAL & SUNSET TOUR
Colonial artisans demonstrate 18th-century crafts and sell traditional wares while children enjoy magicians, puppet shows, and a balloon launch. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sample wines from 20 Virginia wineries while enjoying breathtaking views from Washington’s home. VIP tables available. 6–9 p.m.
TICKETS: Included in general admission.
TICKETS: $40 Friday, $48 Saturday, $36 Sunday. Sales begin July 17 at 10 a.m. Member pre-sale: July 10–14.
OCT
20
OCT
21–22
BREWING HISTORY: BEER TASTING, TOUR & DINNER
FALL HARVEST FAMILY DAYS
Learn how beer was brewed and enjoyed in early America and enjoy a delicious four-course dinner and specialty beer pairing at the Mount Vernon Inn. 6:30–9:45 p.m.
Celebrate autumn at Mount Vernon with wagon rides, a straw bale maze, 18th-century cooking demonstrations, corn husk doll making, and more. Sightseeing cruises are half price this weekend only. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
TICKETS: $100. Sales begin September 18 at 10 a.m. Member presale: September 11–15.
OCT
27–28
TICKETS: Included in general admission.
NOV
4
TRICK-OR-TREATING AT MOUNT VERNON
HORSES & HOUNDS
Families enjoy trick-or-treating in the historic area and other fun and games on the grounds, including a costume contest. 3:30–6:30 P.M.
Hear the baying of hounds, the echo of hunting horns, and the thunder of horses’ hooves as Mount Vernon pays tribute to the father of the American foxhound, George Washington. 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
TICKETS: $12/adult, $6/youth. Sales begin September 25 at 10 a.m. Member pre-sale: September 18–22.
NOV
18
TICKETS: Included in general admission.
SAVE the
DATE
OUR AMERICAN GIRL
CHRISTMAS AT MOUNT VERNON
Bring your dolls and enjoy this special youth tour of Mount Vernon. 1–3 p.m.
November 24–January 6
TICKETS: $35/youth, $25/adult. Sales begin October 16 at 10 a.m. Member pre-sale: October 9–13.
December 15–16.
CHRISTMAS ILLUMINATIONS MOUNT VERNON BY CANDLELIGHT Select weekend dates, November 24–December 17.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Free Monthly Book Talks In partnership with the Ford Motor Company, the Washington Library offers evening book talks focusing on our nation’s colonial, revolutionary, and founding eras. mountvernon.org/libraryevents Gay Hart Gaines Lecture Series, September 12, October 24, November 14 The American Revolution—such a monumental event—was bound to have immense consequences for Americans and for the world. This lecture series by celebrated historian, Gordon S. Wood, explores three of these consequences.
CULINARY EVENTS AT THE MOUNT VERNON INN The Mount Vernon Inn features a lively calendar of specialty dinners, spirits tastings, and more throughout the year, plus regular brunch and happy hour programs. Visit mountvernon.org/inn to see upcoming events.
Cost: $200 for the general public, $150 for members. Register online at mountvernon.org/GHG George Washington Symposium, November 3–4 Join a multitude of scholars and speakers for this two-day symposium exploring different locations in the country where Washington spent time and that were significant to his life. Cost: $200 for the general public, $175 for members. Register online at mountvernon.org/GWSymposium
Adults: $20 ($18 online) Youth 6–11: $10 ($9 online) Children 5 and under: Free Daytime events included in general admission Buy tickets online and save Located at the southern end of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Free parking | Open daily 703.780.2000 | mountvernon.org
