Happy 288th Birthday, George!

Nearly 19.000 visitors came to Mount Vernon to celebrate George Washington’s 288th birthday on Monday, February 17. On the grounds, they enjoyed music, military demonstrations, hands-on activities, and other fun and festive programs. On February 22, George Washington’s actual birthday, another 7,000 guests took advantage of sunny skies and free admission to explore Mount Vernon and pay their respects to the first president.