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5 ways to celebrate Presidents Day around NoVA

Commemorate the legacy of founding father George Washington at these upcoming events.

By Editorial February 11, 2019 at 3:24 pm

Photo courtesy of Mount Vernon

George Washington Birthnight Banquet and Ball
Feb. 16, 5:30-11 p.m.
Celebrate the founding father’s birthday as he would have with this period-accurate party that includes English country dancing and reenactors portraying the guest of honor. // Gadsby’s Tavern Museum: 134 N. Royal St., Alexandria; $125-$250

Washington’s Birthday Celebration
Feb. 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
This Presidents Day, celebrate with free admission to the home of our founding father, George Washington. There will also be free admission on Washington’s actual 287th birthday, Feb. 22. // George Washington’s Mount Vernon: 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon; Free

George Washington’s Parade Day Open House
Feb. 18, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Costumed guides lead free tours of a favorite place for Washington, as Alexandria celebrates Presidents Day with the annual George Washington Parade. // Gadsby’s Tavern Museum: 134 N. Royal St., Alexandria; Free

Did You Know? Facts About George Washington
Feb. 21, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Think you know about George Washington? Professor Henriques will test that knowledge by sharing little-known facts about the founding father. // Gadsby’s Tavern Museum: 134 N. Royal St., Alexandria; $12

Happy Birthday, George!
Feb. 23, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
The home of George Washington’s mother hosts a birthday party for the first president, including cake, punch and children’s activities. // Mary Washington House: 1200 Charles St., Fredericksburg; $3-$7

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