Park History


 
Book cover, a map of the land at George Washington Birthplace
2023 Historic Resource Study

A resource study focusing on land history, family history, and labor history, including the histories and identities of enslaved people.

visitors walking beside colonial revival kitchen to the memorial house museum
1930s Virtual Tour of the Birthplace

See what the park looked like in the 1930s and learn about the early history of the National Park Service at the birthplace.

 

People Throughout the History of the Park

 
indigenous person in colorful regalia dancing in the memorial area of the park
Associated Tribes and Nations

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

old map of the landscape of the park
Residents of Popes Creek and Mattox Neck

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

sepia photo of man standing next to the birthplace monument
Commemorative Era

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

 

Learn More About the Park

 
Washington Family Cemetery
Places

Learn about some of the different places in the 550-acre park.

1930 black and white photo of men and women walking on sandy road
Stories

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

17th Century Ceramic item
Collections

The museum collection documents the cultural and natural resources of the park.

Last updated: June 4, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1732 Popes Creek Road
Colonial Beach, VA 22443

Phone:

804 224-1732 x227

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