Mount Vernon Estate Slashes Price During Renovations

MOUNT VERNON, VA—If you're heading to Mount Vernon for a visit, a major highlight of tours won't be open for two upcoming weeks. George Washington's mansion is closed for preservation work from Jan. 22-Feb. 4.

But that means the admission price will be half off. Online ticket prices are $9 for adults and $6 for kids ages 6-11. Meanwhile the rest of the estate will remain open, which includes the museum, grounds, Washington's tombs and more.

According to WTOP, the work includes repainting the mansion's central passage to make it more true to its 1799 roots and excavation work in the cellar.

The mansion will be refurbished in time for special events surrounding Presidents' Day (Feb. 19) and Washington's birthday (Feb. 22). Visitors can attend wreath layings and other special activities over the weekend of Feb. 17-18 and receive free admission on Feb. 19.

The Presidents' Day celebration will include wreath laying at Washington's tomb, esteemed speakers, Continental soldiers' military demonstration and a patriotic performance by the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps.

Free admission will also be offered for Washington's birthday on Feb. 22. Activities include a naturalization ceremony, birthday cake and patriotic concert.

Mount Vernon is open daily from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Buy the discounted tickets here.

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