George Washington’s Mount Vernon in Northern Virginia is a favorite place of mine. I love the history and the serene setting. It’s only 14 miles south of DC and can be reached by car, bike, bus or boat. There’s always an interesting event happening. Here are the events coming up this fall:
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September 12 Gentleman Distiller: Whiskey Tasting and Dinner 6-9 pm $125.00
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September 20-21 Colonial Market and free Potomac River Sightseeing cruises 9am to 5pm (included in general admission price)
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October 2,4,5 Fall Wine Festival 6-9 pm $38 (Saturday already sold out)
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October 11 Slave Commemoration Ceremony 11 am (included in general admission price)
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October 24 Brewing History: Beer Tasting, Tour and Dinner 6-9 pm $95
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October 25-26 Fall Harvest Family Days 9 am-5 pm (included in general admission price)
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November 11 Mount Vernon Salutes Veterans 9 am -5 pm (included in general admission price)
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November 15 Our American Girl 1 pm $30 for youth, $20 for adult
To reserve any of the above, go to their events page.
Displaced Beachbums 
I remember your post about the Wine Festival last year and intended to try to get there this year … ah well! There will be other years, right?
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Yes, it’s a twice a year event ~ usually May and October. I’ve been in the fall and spring ~ enjoyed both seasons.
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