Back on July 4, 1776, the founding fathers took their celebration to the sea rather than land.

Columnist: As we celebrate the independence of the United States this July 4, I will be thinking with gratitude of those who ...

The names of people who were enslaved on George’s Washington’s Mount Vernon estate are inscribed on the walls of what was their home: Tom Nokes. Vina. Barbara. Their names are grouped together by ...

News World Traitor or hero? Statue of George Washington stirs mixed reaction in London. June 18, 2025 Updated Wed., June 18, 2025 at 12:15 p.m. 1 of 10 ...

George Washington Library Opens at Mount Vernon A new $47 million library has opened at George Washington’s estate in Mount Vernon, Va., with a goal of scholarly and straightforward ...

A statue of the first U.S. president stands prominently in London’s Trafalgar Square, but some Britons find it strange to honor a rebellious general alongside English kings.

Object Details Artist Edward Savage, 26 Nov 1761 - 6 Jul 1817 Sitter George Washington, 22 Feb 1732 - 14 Dec 1799 Credit Line National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution Date c. 1793 Object ...

The statue of George Washington in the Boston Public Garden was vandalized over the weekend, according to police. Boston police responded to the statues around 7:45 a.m. Saturday, just hours ...

President Trump spoke briefly after watching the procession of troops and military vehicles, hailing the Army at the event ...

How Trump finally got the military parade he always wanted The year-long effort will culminate next weekend with a few lingering uncertainties, including how many spectators will show up.

MOUNT VERNON – The City of Mount Vernon announces a special addition to its Public Square in celebration of the city’s 220th birthday during the June First Friday event and in connection with the ...

Sydney hosted WorldPride in 2023. Washington was chosen to host in November 2022, before Trump’s reelection. “The universe is ready to showcase us,” Miller said.