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Mount Vernon VA

George Washington Home and Covered Back Porch

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Mount Vernon VA is home to George Washington, first President of the United States.

Dave and I had the pleasure of visiting President George Washington's wonderful porch on Memorial Day with our family. What is so unique about his porch is the spectacular view of the Potomac River. It's like a picture book.

President Washington and Martha's home has one of the most famous covered back porches in history. Dave and I often think about George and Martha sitting on their back porch overlooking the Potomac. We wonder what their conversations would have been about.


One of the most historic covered back porches in the United States - George Washington Home
One of the most historic covered back porches - President Washington's home








Mount Vernon VA George Washingon Home front view
Front view of George Washington's Home




Mount Vernon VA - Overlooking the Potomac River from the George Washingon home
The view from the back porch - simply stunning







Mount Vernon VA Beautiful grounds of George Washington home
Beautiful grounds of George Washington home in Mt. Vernon VA




Being there...

There's something humbling about standing on the same soil as George and Martha Washington. Seeing their spacious back porch and overlooking the Potomac is worth the trip. I loved the beautiful grounds - simple loveliness.

We went on Memorial Day. They were open later in the evening and had special activities, music and refreshments. It was kind of magical!

If you plan to visit the Mount Vernon estate more than once per year, you might want to consider an annual membership.

Thanks to our son, Tom, who took some of these fantastic pictures.




Mount Vernon VA Charming lantern at the George Washington home
Charming lantern at George Washington's home




Special treats at George Washington's home Special treats at George Washington's home
Enjoying extra yummy treats on Memorial Day






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