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The Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant can host any event, including:

  • Wedding ceremonies
  • Receptions
  • Bridal showers
  • Rehearsal dinners
  • Birthday parties
  • Corporate events

We are conveniently located on George Washington’s historic estate in Northern Virginia, just 8 miles south of Old Town Alexandria and 16 miles south of Washington, D.C.

Corporate, Group & Day Events

View catering menus & pricing  

Menu items and prices are subject to change. 

House linens, china, flatware and glassware are included. 

For more information, contact Ashley Childs at achilds@mountvernon.org or 703.799.6319.

Wedding Ceremonies

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Photo Credit: Anna Kerns Photography

Ceremonies take place at our sunken garden, surrounded by an elegant brick and slate outdoor courtyard that accommodates up to 160 seats. 

A bridal staircase leads your guests into the garden from our Verandah Dining Room. 

The Sunken Garden may be rented with an event in the Verandah Room or with the entire restaurant.

Wedding Receptions

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Photo Credit: Emily Chastain Photography

Our rates are customizable to fit the size and needs of your wedding. 

Menus & Pricing

The cost of your event is made up of:

  • Rental fee
  • Catering costs
  • Bar service costs
  • Service fee (22%)
  • VA sales tax (6%)

View Wedding Rates & Menus

Package prices are per person. Discounts for military members are available.

Included with our Rates

  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Plate ware, flatware, and glassware
  • White linens
  • House centerpieces
  • Candles and votives (on request)
  • An on-site catering manager

All food and beverage service is provided onsite by the Mount Vernon Inn. 

Email Ashley Childs at achilds@mountvernon.org or call 703.799.6319 for rates and availability.

Microweddings

We can accommodate microweddings and intimate ceremonies. 

A livestream of your ceremony is available for your friends and family to view from afar.

Schedule a Tour

Tours are available by appointment 7 days a week. 

Call Ashley Childs at 703.799.6319 to book your tour.

  • Sitting Room & Bridal Suite

    Bridal Suite

    The Bridal Suite offers an elegant sitting room with seats for 10, a full-length mirror, and complimentary champagne with a fruit and cheese platter. 

    This space is available 3 hours before the start of your wedding.

    Virtual Tour

  • a kitchen with a dining room table

    George Washington Room

    Available: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., 6 p.m. - 12 a.m.

    Duration: 4 hours

    Capacity: 80 seated

    Virtual Tour

  • a room filled with furniture and a table

    Betsy Ross Room

    Available: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.    

    Duration: 3 hours

    Capacity: 40 seated

    Virtual Tour

  • a large room

    Verandah Room

    Available: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m. 

    Duration: 3 hours

    Capacity: 50 seated

    Virtual Tour

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    Sunken Garden

    (Can only be rented in conjunction with Verandah Room)    

    Available: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.    

    Duration: 3 hours