Special attention is being paid now to the slaves who worked here. Washington and his wife, Martha, are buried on the grounds. This is a major national historic site with lots to do. Plan to spend some time. Open daily year-round.
Exhibits tell the story of the industry.
Open daily during the summer months. Federal period furnishings and paintings are featured during tours of the home. The grounds and gardens also are open. The Pope-Leighey House offers a dramatic contrast. Built by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1940, the house was threatened by highway construction and moved to the Woodlawn grounds.