The life and times of President Woodrow Wilson are captured in this National Historic Landmark. The red brick Georgian Revival town house is rich with mementos of Wilson's historic career and is Washington's only Presidential museum. The mansion, slave quarters, stables and the tomb of our first President and Mrs. Washington are among the points of special interest. Mount Vernon is surrounded by formal gardens designed by George Washington himself. Located on the banks of the Potomac River, Mt. Vernon offers a spectacular view from its veranda.
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Old town is known as the hometown of George Washington and Robert E. Lee Alexandria was founded as a seaport by Scottish merchants in 1749. Today, Old Town is a thriving national landmark with shops and restaurants located in restored 18th and 19th century buildings and colonial homes that line the cobblestone streets. Points of interest include the Old Presbyterian Meeting House, Christ Church, Gadsby's Tavern, the Carlyle House and the Torpedo Factory Art Center. If you have any questions or comments please contact my Web Team . This site is best viewed at 800 x 600 pixels on Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 or higher or Netscape Navigator 4 or higher.