Discover 18th Century History At The Annual Colonial Market & Fair

Mount Vernon manor
Nesbitt Realty serves Mount Vernon VA
The George Washington Mount Vernon Estate will be the host of the 2 day Annual Colonial Market & Fair to be held on September 14th and 15th. Discover 18th century history  and experience early American life with dozens of historic craftspeople and re-enactors. The annual fair features the sale of traditional hand crafted food and wares and demonstrations on crafting techniques from expert artisans. There will be a live chocolate making demonstration from Mount Vernon's costumed interpreters using an authentic recipe from George Washington.There will be colonial music playing right throughout the event with some live music performances from local Alexandria musicians. https://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/colonial-market-fairContinue reading

George Washington Whiskey Festival: A Must Attend Event For All Whiskey Lovers

The George Washington Whiskey Festival will be held on November 9th at the Mount Vernon Estate 3600 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway in Alexandria. The event will feature some of the finest spirits from Virginia craft distillers and other famous whiskey producers. The festival will also celebrate the debut of a new batch of George Washington straight Rye Whiskey, which was distilled at George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate distillery using the original recipe by George Washington and aged in charred oak barrels for four years. Patrons at the festival will also learn about the history of the distilled products, watch coopering demonstrations, live music, entertainment and more. This is a must attend event for all whiskey lovers. Continue reading