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Special Event
Event
George Washington Ball
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Fee:
The event is free, but there is a $20 per vehicle park entrance fee at Great Falls.Location:
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center, 11710 MacArthur Boulevard, Potomac, MD 20854Dates & Times
Date:
Sunday, February 16, 2020
Time:
1:00 PM
Duration:
3 hours
Type of Event
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Living History
Performance
Description
As a way to celebrate and remember our nation's first president, people across the country would honor George Washington by throwing balls and banquets on his birthday. This lively tradition began while he was alive and continued into the mid 19th century.
Join us for an afternoon of 19th century music and dancing at the Great Falls Tavern as we throw our own ball! Members of the Victorian Dance Society and a live band will be performing. Participation is highly encouraged!
Reservation or Registration: No
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