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Historic Images of Mount Vernon From the Early 1900s

George Washington's Mount Vernon
Historic Images
While the estate remains closed, take a moment to enjoy these historic images of Mount Vernon through the years.
Martha Washington Garret Chamber Historic Image
Martha Washington Garret Chamber, 1922This bedchamber on the third floor of the Mansion was used by Martha Washington following the death of her husband on December 14, 1799.

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Martha Washington Garret Chamber
Martha Washington Garret Bedchamber Today
Central Passage Historic Image
Mansion's Central Passage, 1937The central passage is the entryway into the Washingtons’ home. Entertaining also occurred in the central passage, particularly during hot Virginia summers when the family gathered here to enjoy breezes from the open doorways.

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Central Passage
Central Passage Today
Old Tomb Historic Image
The Old Tomb, 1910-1920On December 18, 1799, four days after his death, George Washington’s body was placed in the Old Tomb where other family members were entombed. They remained here until 1831 when they were moved to the New Tomb nearby.

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Old Tomb
Old Tomb Today
Wharf Historic Image
Mount Vernon Wharf, 1920-1929
The wharf was rebuilt in 1880, replacing an earlier structure, during a time when most visitors arrived at Mount Vernon by boat. The wharf was restored in 1991 and dedicated that year by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain.

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Wharf
Mount Vernon Wharf Today
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Plants
Container Gardening Workshop on April 22

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Woman in front of the Mansion
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