George Washington gave 2,000 acres of his Mount Vernon estate in 1799 as a wedding gift to Eleanor "Nelly' Custis, his wife's granddaughter, and her husband, Major Lawrence Lewis, Washington's nephew. Their home was designed by Dr. William Thornton, first architect of the U.S. Capitol. Spacious rooms and beautifully landscaped ground and formal gardens reflect Virginia plantation life in the early 1800s. Handsome furnishings include mementos of Eleanor's childhood at Mount Vernon and years as mistress of her own elegant mansion. Operated as a historic house museum since 1949, Woodlawn is an interesting case-study of the cultural relevance of the house museum.
Open March 1 - December 11
During the month of March the Needlework Show at Woodlawn will be open Wednesdays – Mondays, 10 am – 4 pm, and closed Tuesdays. Please note that we do not offer guided tours of Woodlawn during the Needlework Show.
Woodlawn will be closed the beginning of April as we dismantle the Needlework Show. Beginning Friday, April 11 Woodlawn will be open for guided tours Fridays – Mondays, noon – 4 pm with tours being offered on the hour at noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm and 4 pm.
Amenities
- Family Friendly
Price Information
- $10
Region
Last Updated: 05/24/2016
What's Nearby
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8843 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 223090.37 MI -
8843 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 223090.41 MI
