Mount Vernon

On the second to the last day of our trip,  Ryan and I enjoyed visiting was Mount Vernon. We went via public transportation- which was very easy to do.  We spent five hour on the estate which is owned by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association of the Union who paid over $200,000 for the house and part of the property in 1858. According to Wikipedia- the estate was neutral ground during the Civil War.  We spent 4 1/2 hours doing a self guided tour of the grounds and taking the formal tour of the house.  We paid our respects and the tomb of George and Martha Washington.  Ryan spoke to some archaeologists in the garden who are trying to determine what plans were growing there in Washington’s time.  they are employees of the MVL Association.  This beautiful estate is open every day of the year.  If ever you are in the area on Christmas Day- this is a place you can visit and enjoy!