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George Washington Birthplace National Monument
Things To Do
 

Visitor Center includes exhibits, film, bookstore, and restrooms.

Ranger talks offered on the hour 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Living Colonial Farm features heritage livestock and tobacco.

Special events offer costumed interpreters and demonstrations.

Washington Family Burial Ground.

Picnic area with tables, grills, pavilion and restrooms.

One mile loop Nature Trail accessed at the picnic area.

The Potomac River beach offers view of the river and Maryland, walking, sunbathing, and fishing; however swimming is not allowed.

Olmsted  

Did You Know?
Frederick Law Olmsted was also a journalist, publisher, seaman, mine superintendent, dry goods clerk and farmer.

Last Updated: May 08, 2007 at 09:49 EST