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Mount Vernon Colonial Market and Fair (VA)


  • George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway Mount Vernon, VA, 22121 United States (map)

The finest traditional artisans come together in Northern Virginia:

The finest traditional craftspeople come together on the grounds of George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate to bring you the highest-quality handmade work in a historical setting.

Step back into the 18th century

Colonial-attired artisans demonstrate 18th-century crafts and sell traditional wares such as baskets, woodcarvings, tin and ironwork, leather-workings, weavings, furniture, and much more. General Washington will be on hand overseeing the festivities: 18th-century entertainment including music, a balloon-launch, fire-eating, puppet and magic shows, plus hearty specialty food for sale on site.

Silhouettes By Hand has been a favorite artisan at this event for six years, creating silhouette portraits and selling the finest rare frames for the historically inspired visitors and guests.

The Event link is here: http://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/colonial-market-fair/

George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Museum website is here, including maps, fascinating facts, other events through the year, and its own app: http://www.mountvernon.org/