Mt. Vernon & Arlington Cemetery
A visit to the estate will undoubtedly confirm the truth of his statement. Washington acquired Mt. Vernon from the widow of his elder brother Lawrence in 1761, and built it from a modest two-story farmhouse into the magnificent estate that stands today. More than any other edifice, Mt. Vernon stands as a living testament to its builder. A visit to the estate will reveal its unparalleled ability to tell the story of the unique life and person of George Washington
Lunch on your own at the charming Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant. Several recipes served at the Inn have been featured in cooking periodicals, including GourmetMagazine.
Afternoon: Arlington Cemetery
The group will be led by one of our licensed professional guides, who will take them to well-known points of interest in the cemetery, as well as to places and people not so famous. The climax of the visit will be at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where the participants will see the“Changing of the Guard” ceremony. The tour will also include stops at Arlington House(also known as the Custis-Lee Mansion), the Kennedy Graves, and the Women in Military Service Memorial. Along the way, the guide will discuss the history of Arlington, including how it was turned from a plantation into a national cemetery and how it rose to prominence over the years. In addition, the guide will point out important graves belonging to such figures as the architect of Washington DC, Pierre L’Enfant, the heavyweight boxing champ Joe Louis, and the first African American four-star general, Daniel “Chappie” James, Jr.
Dinner at leisure.
