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250th Celebration of Washington Taking Command



Celebrate 250 Years of the U.S. Army: An 18th-Century Experience

Now - Jun 14, 2025. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Celebrate the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army and the historic moment when George Washington took command of the United States Army.


Visit an 18th-century military encampment and witness military drills and firing demonstrations.


Plus, enjoy live patriotic music, a boat parade along the Potomac River, and a presentation with George Washington’s majestic horses.


Free admission for U.S. Military: Active Duty, Retired & Veterans. Show ID for admittance. Limited to 1 free admission per military member. This offer can be redeemed in-person only.

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3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy. South end of GW Pkwy
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
United States

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