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45-60 minutes
Education: Grade(s) 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher(s)/Educator(s), Homeschool/Family
No minimum, this is a scheduled virtual program
1000
Culture, Language Arts/English, Problem Solving, Reading, History & Social Studies
Friday February 20, 2026 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. E.T. Book It!
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George Washington's Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, Virginia United States
George Washington's Mount Vernon is owned and maintained by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union, a private, non-profit organization founded in 1853 by Ann Pamela Cunningham. The Association is the oldest national historic preservation organization in the country.
Contact: K-12 Education education@mountvernon.org 703-799-6884
1. The program will begin with an introduction of the topic, the historical context, and Washington's birthday. 2. The audience will then analyze several primary sources (documents, journal entries, and other material culture) to explore the connection between Washington's birthday and Presidents' Day. 3. The audience will get to engage with the presentation through the use of interactive elements such as polls, reactions, etc. 4. Time is allowed for questions and answers.
1. Gain knowledge of George Washington and the world George Washington shaped in revolutionary times2. Learn about enduring traditions that celebrate Washington’s life and legacy3. Explore the history behind the celebration of Presidents’ Day4. Develop historical thinking skills by analyzing primary and secondary sources5. Gain deeper understanding of inclusive histories that reflect the diversity of the 18th century