I hadn't been there since I was 10ish yrs old so I had forgotten most of the details. One thing George Washington was proud of and wanted everyone to know was that he considered himself a farmer, first and foremost. His property extends over 8000 acres and was divided into five farms - each with its own overseers, workforce of slaves, livestock, equipments and buildings in an ideal location near the Potomac River. I HIGHLY recommend Mount Vernon to anyone who visits the DC area.
How about this for a backyard view...
George and Martha's Tombs...
Grant and Grandma visit the "Necessary"... P.U.!!
The new education center built two years ago is excellent and very kid-friendly even for a 3 year old.Grant holding "Washy's" hand...
Blueskin, one of George's two fave horses. An actual stuffed horse...
Grant having a sniff of whiskey that George distilled...
I do solemnly swear...
Grant playing dress up...
And the beautiful, huge pecan tree...
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