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Mount Vernon Mansion Reopens After $40 Million Restoration

12/13/2025

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Mount Vernon Mansion reopened on December 10, 2025 after a $40 million preservation project.
The restoration began in 2023 to stabilize the structure and interiors, advancing understanding ahead of the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026.
Visitors can access the first and second floors, while the cellar remains closed until fall 2026.
Archaeological finds included 18th-century glass bottles and a rare fork hidden in a wall.

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Mount Vernon Mansion reopened on December 10, 2025 after a $40 million preservation project.
The restoration began in 2023 to stabilize the structure and interiors, advancing understanding ahead of the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026.
Visitors can access the first and second floors, while the cellar remains closed until fall 2026.
Archaeological finds included 18th-century glass bottles and a rare fork hidden in a wall.