Things To Do

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

Ranger talks offered multiple times between 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from March until December and 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in January and February.

-Inquire about the location and specifics of the ranger program at the visitor center

Our Colonial Farm features heritage livestock and demonstration crops such as flax and tobacco.

Special events occur throughout the year.

Visit the Washington Family Burial Ground where George Washington's father, grandfather and grandmother, and great-grandfather and great-grandmother are buried.

The Picnic area has a number of tables and grills to use. For larger groups who wish to reserve the pavilion, please confirm a reservation with www.recreation.gov.

A two mile loop Nature Trail can be accessed either from Historic Area or at the Picnic Area.

The Potomac River beach offers view of the river and Maryland, as well as walking, sunbathing, and fishing.

Pets:
Pets are not allowed in the Historic Area. In all other parts of the park please remember to keep your pets on leashes at ALL times while hiking, walking or jogging . We hope you enjoy visiting YOUR National Park!

 

 

Colonial Revival Garden

This 1932 re-creation of the Washington family is done in the "Colonial Period" style, with a formal design, brick walkways and English box, enclosed by a wooden picket fence.