The Mount Vernon Collection contains needlepoint cushions made by Martha Washington over a period of thirty-six years. Mrs. Washington's shell patt...
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"No estate in United America is more pleasantly situated than this," wrote George Washington in 1790, and in 200 years, no home in America has surp...
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The pineapple was the colonial symbol for hospitality and General Washington's favorite fruit. Washington admitted that while the pear was "general...
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The Washington family coat of arms is surmounted by a "flying griffin", a mythological creature that was featured on the family crest for generatio...
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George Washington included four octagonal structures that added both practical and decorative touches to the gardens as part of his plan for the up...
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One of the most interesting features of George Washington's home is the cupola, complete with its dove of peace weather vane perched atop the Mansi...
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This tangerine bowl from Blenko Glass is meant to resemble a sunflower. The vibrant mineral colors of the bowl fade from tangerine on the base to s...
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This handsome black metal lantern is American made and the same as those used to light the paths at Mount Vernon during special evening events such...
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Mount Vernon's American Red Apple candle is fully contained in a circular, lidded, metal canister. The hand-poured candle is 3" tall inside the can...
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Mount Vernon's lilac scented candle is fully contained in a circular, lidded, metal canister. The hand-poured candle is 3" tall inside the canister...
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