History & Culture

George Washington Birthplace National Monument is located in the heart of the Northern Neck of Virginia and stands as a tribute to America's founding father, George Washington. Although only here a short time, the culture into which Washington was born helped shape the man he would become and influenced the destiny of the United States of America.

Established to honor the 200th birthday of the first president of the United States, visitors have come to George Washington’s birthplace for over a century to remember and commemorate his legacy. Although the park has several Colonial Revival structures that were built in the 1930s, the house in which Washington was born is no longer standing.

 

History of the Park

 

Commemoration at the Birthplace Learn More

 

 

People Throughout the History of the Land

 

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  Associated Tribes and Nations

  Learn about the associated tribes and nations of Lenape, Rappahannock, Pamunkey, Upper Mattaponi, and numerous other people.

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  Residents of Popes Creek & Mattox Neck

  Learn about the people that have lived along the shores of Popes Creek and the Mattox Neck between 1650 - 1813.

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  Commemorative Era

  Learn about the people that have helped turn the landscape into a federal memorial honoring George Washington.

 

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  Places

  Learn about some of the different places in the 551-acre park.

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  Stories

  Discover some of the interesting stories in the park's history.

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  Research

  Learn about the research that has been conducted to further understand the history of the park and people.