Washington Family Tomb — Attraction in Virginia

A Suttle little vault for The United States first President and First-First Lady, one built decades after his death, in accordance to his own personal will.

Washington and his wife lay in rest at the helm, as the patriarchs of the family grave, the grave is flanked by monuments noting other notable family members, that share a crypt with the beloved President.

Its a small but very peaceful and honorable tomb that rest on The Presidential Estate just a short way down from the home. Its an incredible part of history and a humbling spot to stand at and bare witness.

Awesome and most highly recommended experience, for all, but especially for any...

An amazing experience to see our 1st President's tomb at the well preserved Mt Vernon grounds he so loved. George Washington's final will outlined that his final wish was to be buried at Mt Vernon. He also made it clear that a new tomb was to be made to replace his current family tomb that was deteriorating. In 1831, the President and his wife and family were moved to the new family tomb. George and Martha are out front, while the rest of the family is behind a wall behind the two of them. A short walk away is the entrance to the slave cemetery for the workers...

I visited Mt Vernon and George Washington's tomb in 2015. My family and I arrived just as they were preparing for the wreath laying ceremony. The staff asked if any veterans were present. My brother, nephew and I had served and we were invited to lay the wreath and then stand next to President Washington's and Martha Washington's sarcophagi as Washington's "Prayer for His Country " was read. What an honor it was! I was so glad to share this moment with my brother and nephew. It is a memory I will...