Washington intelligently organized Mount Vernon based on the principles of the Picturesque, creating a "natural" environment by establishing irregular features within a symmetrical plan.

Mount Vernon’s archaeological holdings are an extremely valuable resource for understanding the long history of humans in the Chesapeake region of the United States. A professional archaeological survey conducted in 1984 identified dozens of archaeological sites, and over a hundred locations of archaeological interest, throughout the property.

May 30, 2024 · Thanks to a dedicated team of women working to preserve the estate throughout the years, Mount Vernon is now one of the most popular historic sites in America. Read on as we share an in-depth...

Mount Vernon, located in Fairfax County, Virginia, was the plantation home of the first president of the United States, George Washington (1732–1799), who made significant alterations to the mansion house and grounds throughout the late 18th century.

This collections contains the architectural drawings of Mount Vernon including the measured drawings of the Mansion, outbuildings, and other MVLA structures. The bulk of material dates from the 1930s (during the tenure of the Director of Research and Restoration, Morley Jeffers Williams) through the 1990s.

Aug 5, 2020 · Stone Arch at Howard, Ohio. The arch at Howard, built in 1874, is a bridge for U.S. Route 36 over the old Cleveland, Mt. Vernon, and Delaware Railroad bed, a part of the Kokosing Gap Trail.

May 8, 2017 · The East Third Street Bridge that arches over the Hutchinson River Parkway connecting Pelham with Mount Vernon is a remarkable and special structure. It has aesthetic, rough-cut stone facing on a two-span bridge: the main arched span arches above the …

Its asymmetrical towers, rose window, pointed relieving arch, and sculptured finials are enhanced by the use of polychrome materials such as green serpentine stone walls and red and buff sandstone trim. A triple entranceway features charming details of carved flora and fauna.

Mount Vernon is open 365 days of the year, but hours vary slightly according to season. Check the official website for details, as well as travel tips, events, food service, and educational opportunities.

One of the most intriguing artifacts tied to Mount Vernon’s storied past is a small yet fascinating sandstone tablet known as the “LW” stone. This enigmatic marker, now preserved in the museum at Mount Vernon, continues to captivate historians, archaeologists, and visitors alike.