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Things You Should Not Miss
1. Although we almost always prefer the
actual historic sites and not their interpretive centers, don't miss
the Ford Orientation Center and Reynolds Museum at Mount Vernon.
It is built to engage the young with interactive displays
that make Washington's life and his accomplishments a vibrant story
with implications that go far beyond the actual structures, no matter
how wonderful, on site.
2. Walk around the grounds of the Ferry Farm and try to imagine the stories of Washington's youth that would form the man to lead the Revolutionary Army, become our first president, and actually do one really amazing thing that the world had never seen before. He gave up power when his term was over, and that one act, has led this first democracy of the United States to respect the office and the decision of its people every four years another election is held.
3. Take the Kenmore tour. It gives a good sense of what life was like in Washington's time, for his family and others. Kenmore also played a part in the Battle of Fredericksburg during the Civil War, as the battle raged all around the city during December of 1862.
George Washington at Valley Forge
Ferry Farm - A visitor center, the archeological site of the Washington boyhood home, Cherry Tree stories, and rock throwing tales over the Rappahannock
Kenmore Plantation - Museum exhibits, a 45 minute tour of the home, and an insight into the Revolutionary War period.
Washington, D.C. is a large metropolis that houses the halls of government, its employees, and visitors. There are a variety of hotels and motels to the south of Washington, D.C., within the city, and in many in the surrounding suburbs from Washington to Fredericksburg. Prices range all over the place and some motels provide lower rates during the weekend versus weekday when the government buildings are open. Check the local tourist board, or hotel/motel site for the choice that's right for you.
Fredericksburg
There are tons of places to stay in Fredericksburg, from the interchange areas off I-95 to more quaint establishments within the city itself. Check out your favorite online travel site, such as Expedia, or the city visitor bureau for an appropriate hotel, motel, or campsite.
Ferry Farm and Kenmore Plantation
Washington, D.C. National Mall and Memorial Parks NHS
Washington D.C. Convention and Visitor's Bureau
Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center
Frederickburg City Visitors Center
Colonial National Historical Park
Yorktown Section
Jamestown Section
Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center
Colonial Williamsburg
Virginia Tourism
2. Walk around the grounds of the Ferry Farm and try to imagine the stories of Washington's youth that would form the man to lead the Revolutionary Army, become our first president, and actually do one really amazing thing that the world had never seen before. He gave up power when his term was over, and that one act, has led this first democracy of the United States to respect the office and the decision of its people every four years another election is held.
3. Take the Kenmore tour. It gives a good sense of what life was like in Washington's time, for his family and others. Kenmore also played a part in the Battle of Fredericksburg during the Civil War, as the battle raged all around the city during December of 1862.
George Washington at Valley Forge
What is There Now
Mount Vernon - The Ford Orientation Center, The Reynolds Museum with 25 galleries and an immersion theatre, the Mount Vernon mansion and tours, 500 acres to explore with other historic buildings and the vista over the Potomac River.Ferry Farm - A visitor center, the archeological site of the Washington boyhood home, Cherry Tree stories, and rock throwing tales over the Rappahannock
Kenmore Plantation - Museum exhibits, a 45 minute tour of the home, and an insight into the Revolutionary War period.
Lodging and Camping
WashingtonWashington, D.C. is a large metropolis that houses the halls of government, its employees, and visitors. There are a variety of hotels and motels to the south of Washington, D.C., within the city, and in many in the surrounding suburbs from Washington to Fredericksburg. Prices range all over the place and some motels provide lower rates during the weekend versus weekday when the government buildings are open. Check the local tourist board, or hotel/motel site for the choice that's right for you.
Fredericksburg
There are tons of places to stay in Fredericksburg, from the interchange areas off I-95 to more quaint establishments within the city itself. Check out your favorite online travel site, such as Expedia, or the city visitor bureau for an appropriate hotel, motel, or campsite.
George Washington Links
Mount VernonFerry Farm and Kenmore Plantation
Washington, D.C. National Mall and Memorial Parks NHS
Washington D.C. Convention and Visitor's Bureau
Nearby Attractions
Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military ParkFredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center
Frederickburg City Visitors Center
Colonial National Historical Park
Yorktown Section
Jamestown Section
Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center
Colonial Williamsburg
Virginia Tourism
Washington's Homes Then and Now
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Washington's Homes Then |
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Mount Vernon
- Over 80 million people have walked these grounds since the
Association opened it to the public. At its largest, the
plantation had 8,000 acres and hosted not only Washington's family it
its residence, but guests like Lafayette.
Ferry Farm - Owned by Washington's father, Augustine, Ferry Farm was one of several the family lived in during Washington's boyhood. George would grow up on this farm from the age of 6 to 20. It was closer to the Accokeek Furnace where his father was a partner. Ferry Farm was home to the many stories of George Washington's youth, including the story of the cherry tree and stone throwing across the Rappahannock River. Picture above: Ferry Farm, circa 1900-1920, courtesy Library of Congress. Kenmore Plantation - Although at its current size, it's hard to imagine the plantation aspect of Kenmore today, when it was built in the 1770's, it included over 1,000 acres. Over 80 people worked the plantation at that time. |
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Washington's Homes Now |
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- The ladies have been doing a wonderful job of interpreting the site
of Washington's mansion at Mount Vernon, adding all the time to its
footprint and interpretation. The recent addition to the
state of the art Visitor Center, the opening of the Distillery and
Gristmill, and the upcoming addition of a George Washington
Presidential Library on the grounds are just a few of the many things
you will see when you visit. Kenmore Plantation - The George Washington Foundation's first site, this mansion of George Washington's sister, Betty Washington Lewis and her husband Fielding Lewis, show a great example of the pre-Revolutionary home and life. It is located in Fredericksburg and includes Crowninshield Museum, a 45 minute tour of the home, and self-guided tour of the grounds. Ferry Farm - Saved from development in 1996, this 80 acre farm of George Washington's childhood was located at an important site in Fredericksburg, overlooking the Rappahannock River and the ferry that transported travelers from one side to the city. There is a visitor center, self-guided grounds tour, and the 2008 discovered archeological site of the actual home that once stood there. Accokeek Furnace - Owned by Augustine Washington, this Stafford County iron works is also owned by the same foundation that runs Ferry Farm and Kenmore Plantation.
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