George Washington Birthplace National Monument is located in the Northern Neck of Virginia. It encompasses 551 acres of the former Popes Creek Plantation, the American ancestral home of the Washington Family where George Washington was born. In addition to a Colonial Revival farm, burial ground, visitor center, and historic structures, the park also has picnic grounds and a public beach.
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Discover the history of George Washington Birthplace through a self-guided tour, virtual activities, and more.
From walking and exploring, to fishing and picnicking, there are many things to do during a visit to George Washington Birthplace.
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Josephine Wheelwright Rust founded the Wakefield National Memorial Association and assisted in the design of George Washington Birthplace.
Learn about the decade-long effort to build a Memorial House honoring George Washington at his birthplace.
Learn about the development of Washington's Birthplace during the Colonial Revival era of the 1920s.
Last updated: November 3, 2022
