Washington Family Tomb

Standing before the Washington Family Tomb was an incredibly powerful and solemn highlight of our family trip to George Washington's Mount Vernon. It is a beautiful, peaceful brick structure nestled in a shaded enclosure where you can look through the iron gates to see the striking marble sarcophagi of George and Martha Washington resting side by side. A knowledgeable guide was stationed at the site, explaining to us that this tomb was actually built in 1831 to fulfill specific instructions in Washington's will, which requested a more secure, brick structure to replace the deteriorating original vault. It was fascinating to learn that while the first couple rests out front, the inner vault behind them serves as the final resting place for over 25 other family members.

Washington family cemetary. The tomb contains George (on the right) and Martha (on the left). Other family members are buried outside the tomb. A solemn place to visit and pay respect.

A Suttle little vault for The United States first President and First-First Lady, one built decades after his death, in accordance to his own personal will. Washington and his wife lay in rest at the helm, as the patriarchs of the family grave, the grave is flanked by monuments noting other notable family members, that share a crypt with the beloved President. Its a small but very peaceful and honorable tomb that rest on The Presidential Estate just a short way down from the home. Its an incredible part of history and a humbling spot to stand at and bare witness. Awesome and most highly recommended experience, for all, but especially for any history buff.

An amazing experience to see our 1st President's tomb at the well preserved Mt Vernon grounds he so loved. George Washington's final will outlined that his final wish was to be buried at Mt Vernon. He also made it clear that a new tomb was to be made to replace his current family tomb that was deteriorating. In 1831, the President and his wife and family were moved to the new family tomb. George and Martha are out front, while the rest of the family is behind a wall behind the two of them. A short walk away is the entrance to the slave cemetery for the workers of Mt Vernon.

Stop by if you're visiting Mount Vernon. The tomb, built in accordance with the will of the President, was completed three decades after his death. He and his wife and some of their family members were initially buried at the Old Vault just a few meters away.