Christmas at Mount Vernon: Now is the time to plan your visit!
Dolores and I always enjoy visits to Mount Vernon. The holiday season is a great time to see the Mansion and the Christmas decorations. Allow several hours for your visit to be able to have lunch and spend time in the large museum. It is not as crowded during week days. We like to go early, tour the Mansion, and then enjoy a nice lunch before visiting the Museum. If you live in the area, we suggest an annual pass.
By the way, Mount Vernon is a very special place to take your holiday guests for an experience that will create fond memories.
"Mount Vernon is joyfully decking the halls for Christmas at Mount Vernon, a special daytime program offered through January. Themed decorations (including 12 Christmas trees), historical chocolate-making demonstrations, and 18th-century dancing will be offered. Visitors will get a glimpse of how the Washingtons might have decorated and entertained during the holiday season.
Tour the rarely-open third floor of the Mansion and learn how the Washingtons celebrated Christmas. In 1787, George Washington paid 18 shillings to bring a camel to Mount Vernon for the enjoyment of his guests. During Christmas at Mount Vernon, visitors can meet Aladdin, the resident camel."
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