In Honor of Veterans Day, Mount Vernon is Offering Active Duty, Retired & Veterans FREE ADMISSION
MOUNT VERNON VETERANS DAY 2026
In honor of our nations veterans, active duty, former, or retired military personnel can enjoy FREE admission to Mount Vernon on Veterans Day 9am-4pm
Military service members may pick up their free tickets upon arrival. Free tickets do not extend to service members’ family members or guests.
About Mount Vernon
The riverside estate of George Washington includes the Ford Orientation Center and Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center, with 25 galleries and theaters, more than 700 artifacts, and interactive displays that introduce visitors to the real George Washington. The most famous dentures in the world are on display, along with three life-size models of Washington created from a forensic investigation. The historic area features the restored Mansion, original outbuildings, the tomb where the Washingtons are buried, beautiful gardens, and heritage breed animals who work at a four-acre farm site near the river.
Visit Mount Vernon on Veterans Day
Floral Tributes
All day, veterans are invited to place a floral tribute at the Tomb, provided by the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Event Schedule
Highlights include:
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Floral tributes at George Washington’s Tomb
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Patriotic music from U.S. Army and Air Force ensembles
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Special appearances by General George Washington
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Complimentary fresh-baked bread samples for veterans
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Military history demonstrations and interactive exhibits
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Children’s story times and opportunities to create thank-you cards for veterans
Learn About Music & History
Enjoy a special music program for Veterans Day, including patriotic medleys, a brief history of Veterans Day, and a Q&A session with Mount Vernon’s Resident Fifer.
In case of rain, the program will be held inside the greenhouse in the upper garden.
Learn about the flags used during the Revolutionary War on the bowling green.
