AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Mount Vernon Virginia. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 https://www.americantowns.com/mount-vernon-va 144 69 https://www.americantowns.com/mount-vernon-va https://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Sat, 21 Dec 2024 04:14:24 -0600 Experience Mount Vernon after-hours and taste craft beers from across the region. Your ticket includes a commemorative tasting cup and 8 tasting https://www.americantowns.com/news/mount-vernon-summerfest-2023-31577825-mount-vernon-va.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/mount-vernon-summerfest-2023-31577825-mount-vernon-va.html Arts and Entertainment Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 Enjoy an evening of family fun and fireworks along with patriotic music to celebrate our nation's founding. The Mansion will be lit in red, white, https://www.americantowns.com/news/george-washingtons-mount-vernon-independence-fireworks-2023-31580998-mount-vernon-va.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/george-washingtons-mount-vernon-independence-fireworks-2023-31580998-mount-vernon-va.html Arts and Entertainment Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 Taste unlimited samples from Virginia wineries after hours at George Washington's estate. Sample Virginia-Made Wines Bring a blanket and relax on https://www.americantowns.com/news/fall-wine-festival-and-sunset-tour-2023-31614171-mount-vernon-va.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/fall-wine-festival-and-sunset-tour-2023-31614171-mount-vernon-va.html Arts and Entertainment Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 Sample Virginia-Made Wines Bring a blanket and relax on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River. Sample wines from Virginia wineries. Enjoy https://www.americantowns.com/news/spring-wine-festival-and-sunset-tour-2024-31661179-mount-vernon-va.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/spring-wine-festival-and-sunset-tour-2024-31661179-mount-vernon-va.html Arts and Entertainment Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 Enjoy an evening of family fun, fireworks, and patriotic music to celebrate our nation's founding. Fireworks and Live Music Relax and enjoy a https://www.americantowns.com/news/2024-independence-fireworks-at-george-washingtons-31669543-mount-vernon-va.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/2024-independence-fireworks-at-george-washingtons-31669543-mount-vernon-va.html Arts and Entertainment Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 Salute the first commander in chief during Mount Vernon's annual Independence Day event. Celebrate our nation's independence at the home of the https://www.americantowns.com/news/mount-vernon-an-american-celebration-2024-31669547-mount-vernon-va.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/mount-vernon-an-american-celebration-2024-31669547-mount-vernon-va.html Arts and Entertainment Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 Celebrate the crisp autumn season with 18th-century activities and demonstrations at the Farm at Mount Vernon. 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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has selected 30 university students who will attend USDA’s 2023 Agricultural Outlook https://www.americantowns.com/news/usda-names-2023-agricultural-outlook-forum-future-leaders-in-agriculture-program-winners-31522969-washington-dc.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/usda-names-2023-agricultural-outlook-forum-future-leaders-in-agriculture-program-winners-31522969-washington-dc.html Government and Politics Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 Black History Month February is a special time to celebrate the lasting legacies of Black community members across the country. The Red Cross would https://www.americantowns.com/news/american-red-cross-crossnotes-february-2023-31529064-washington-dc.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/american-red-cross-crossnotes-february-2023-31529064-washington-dc.html Clubs and Organizations Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600