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George Washington Birthplace National MonumentTheme(s): Slavery | Presidential Parks | |
Description:
George Washington Birthplace National Monument has 550 acres of both colonial historic settings and unmatched natural beauty. The site depicts 5 generations of Washingtons in Virginia beginning with John Washington in 1658. The family cemetery is the resting place for George Washington's father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Visitors will enjoy a reconstructed plantation as well as a visit to the birthsite of George Washington.
Designations:
National Monument (May 14, 1932)
Accessibility:
The park is accessible to people who use wheelchairs.
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Wildlife Viewing | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Picnic Areas | Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to George Washington Birthplace National Monument
Car:
George Washington Birthplace is on the Potomac River 38 miles east of Fredericksburg, Virginia, and is accessible via Virginia Route 3 and Virginia Route 204.
Attractions:
Stratford Hall Plantation
Phone:804-493-8821
Westmoreland State Park
Nearby Parks:
Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park (35 miles)
Richmond National Battlefield Park (45 miles)
Thomas Stone National Historic Site (60 miles)
Petersburg National Battlefield (60 miles)
Shenandoah National Park (70 miles)
Blue Ridge Parkway (70 miles)
Maggie L Walker National Historic Site (50 miles)
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Contact Information for George Washington Birthplace National Monument
George Washington Birthplace NM
1732 Popes Creek Road
Washington's Birthplace, VA
22443-5115
Phone: 804-224-1732
Fax: 804-224-2142
Located in Washington's Birthplace, VA
For more information on George Washington Birthplace National Monument
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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