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George Washington Birthplace National Monument

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Information The Picnic Area, Burial Ground, and Potomac River Beach are open Wednesday through Sunday

The Picnic Area, Washington Family Burial Ground, and Potomac River Beach are open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Information The Visitor Center is open Wednesday - Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Visitor Center is open Wednesday - Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Straight from the US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.

George Washington Birthplace National Monument commemorates the site where George Washington was born in 1732. The monument includes a visitor center, a replica of the Washington family home, and beautiful landscapes along the Potomac River, attracting those interested in American history.

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Visitors often come to reflect on Washington's early life and the legacy he left behind. The site offers walking trails and educational programs, providing insight into the life of the first president and the colonial era.

In pictures

White obelisk in a roundabout, surrounded by trees and the park sign
White obelisk in a roundabout, surrounded by trees and the park sign

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At a glance

Opened
1930
Open
Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Accessibility
partially accessible
Address
1732 Popes Creek Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Opening hours
Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Phone
8042241732
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect queues during weekends and holidays.
Tickets are free but required for entry.
Plan your visit in the morning for a quieter experience.
Dress for outdoor walking, as trails can be uneven.

Photo: NPS / Cleo Kantz-Schultz