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Washington Takes DC
Washington Takes DC
How would George Washington handle modern Washington, DC? Watch our new video to find out, and visit these George-Washington-approved sites.

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Washington's Birthday
The Truth About George Washington's Birthday
While the third Monday of February is commonly celebrated as Presidents' Day, that is not the official name of this federal holiday. "Washington's Birthday" remains the official name, although this Monday holiday has never been celebrated on Washington's actual birthday.

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DID YOU KNOW?
Every year on February 22, a current member of the US Senate reads Washington's Farewell Address aloud to other legislators—a tradition that dates to 1896.
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George Washington's Birthday Quiz
Which one of Martha Washington's grandchildren was married on George Washington's birthday? Test your knowledge with our birthday quiz.

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TUNE IN THIS MORNING
Tune in to Good Morning America today, February 17, for a special interview with Doris Kearns Goodwin in George Washington's New Room at Mount Vernon. The segment will take a closer look at the new Washington series that will debut on HISTORY.

C-SPAN's Washington Journal will broadcast live from Mount Vernon today. Do you have a question for Mount Vernon President Dr. Doug Bradburn? Call in and ask him this morning from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. EST.
OBJECT SPOTLIGHT
Washington's Officer Sash
George Washington's Original Officer's Sash
From February 12 - May 10, visit the museum to view Washington's original officer's sash, which is possibly the one featured in the famous 1772 portrait by Charles Willson Peale.

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Flag
Flag Flown at Mount Vernon on Feb. 17 or 22
Commemorate George Washington's birthday with a flag flown at his estate on Presidents' Day or on his birthday. A limited number of flags are available.

Indicate your preferred date on the checkout page, or email shops@mountvernon.org after placing your order.

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KEEP HIS LEGACY ALIVE
Here at Mount Vernon, we celebrate the legacy of America's first president every day, but especially during February — Washington's birth month. You can honor the legacy of Washington and celebrate his 288th birthday with a special donation today.
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HISTORYCon
HISTORYCon
Want to know what it's like to be George Washington? Hear from Dean Malissa, Mount Vernon's official Washington presenter, at the inaugural HISTORYCon, April 3-5 in Pasadena. Take 15% off your tickets for this one-of-a-kind event with promo code: GW15.

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