gunston hall plantation
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If Mt Vernon looks too crowded (and when is it not?), consider Gunston Hall. It's more beautiful architecturally and you won't be rushed through the beautiful restored rooms. The guides are great. Drive down from Alexandria on the lovely George Washington Parkway and enjoy the view.
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I have visited the home of George Mason at least three times -- most recently in July 2014. Each tour has been wonderful and different. This time, thanks to the roof replacement, the house was empty, but that actually allowed you to really focus on the architectural detail of the magnificent home. Our tour guide shared lots of details on the family and the site, and was able to answer our questions. Make sure to visit the outbuildings and the burial grounds. This site is worth seeing for the architecture alone.
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I live about 3 miles from Gunston Hall in Lorton, VA. it is George Mason's colonial home. He authored the Virginia Bill of Rights for our state constitution which became the Bill of Rights for the US Constitution in 1791. He refused to endorse the Constitution at the time it was adopted in 1789 because it did contain the Bill of Rights.This home is unique among colonial homes because it gives you a sense of how real people lived in colonial and early american times. Mt. Vernon is the spectacular historic home in northern Virginia, but it is the home of an historic giant, which is not typical for the time. So we recommend Gunston Hall to all of our out of town guests as a way to put the colonial era in perspective. It is a beautiful property and well worth the time to see it.
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I literally live 25 min from here. Very nice place. Its nice to visit if you have nothing to do. Not worth spending a day though. You don't need a buy like a hotel to spend a day or two here. You only need like two hours to explore and you'll be fine. If you live 40+ min away from here, i wouldn't recommend coming here. It is pretty neat, but not worth the drive. It's like 1/6 the size of Mount Vernon. There are many parts outside, and the part I liked the most was the garden. If you go far back in the garden, far in the distance, you can see a part of the Potomac River. Very pretty but I don't think you can take pictures of it because its such a puny view.But nice area if you can drive here within 30min and you have nothing to do.
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I'm sure like a lot of people that come to Gunston Hall, I wasn't all that aware of George Mason's role in US history before I visited. I'm so glad I visited though, because I ended up learning a lot! The video they show when first entering was really informative and a helpful opener to being there. I made it to Gunston Hall just in time for the house tour so, I ended up having to skip the museum for the time being to see the house. The house was incredibly beautiful inside! The house was without it's furnishings due to the roof being replaced, but my guide was awesome and super knowledgeable about the house's architecture, renovations, and what it would have looked like in Mason's time living there. One of the coolest parts of the house though had to have been getting to go up the side servant's tiny staircase. I that seems like a small thing, but still pretty fun and different. After going through the house I enjoyed looking around the garden and the cemetery. The garden out back really isn't much, but the cemetery was very cool to see if you have the guide they give you. It's interesting to learn about the different members of the Mason family. Lastly, I made my way back to the museum, which was really interesting. They have a lot of great artifacts in there that are worth looking at. All in all though Gunston Hall is with a doubt a beautiful piece of American history. Well taken care of and restored it is worth seeing if your a history buff or just enjoy learning!
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This is a great home to visit. The tour provided detailed information on the home, the man and the family. The items in the home are period and priceless. You will learn about a founding father who is not as famous as his counterparts, but a keystone member of the revolution. The property is vast and beautiful. If in the area, do take the time to visit.
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WE visited this plantation home and found it to be very informative. It is situated near Mount Vernon and George Washington's estate so it provided an excellent contrast.
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While this is no Mount Vernon, it is on its way to becoming a cant miss venue. Under a new curator, the home of George Mason is reviving its importance in historical places around DC. While there is still some work to be done, the docents take you on a more individual and personal tour than you would get elsewhere. Be sure to have a sample of the period poached pears from George Mason's kitchen.
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It's hard to believe that this home, beautifully restored and only 11 miles from Mt. Vernon, is visited so seldom by the American public who rarely even recognize this important man's name! George Mason was a historically important figure who was friends with George Washington (his neighbor), George Fairfax, Thomas Jefferson and many others. His draft of the Virginia bill of rights was the foundation for the US Bill of Rights, and others throughout the world and the United Nations! Plus a beautiful location. You should visit this place!
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We enjoyed our visit to Gunston Hall. Informative movie at the beginning to get you started. The house in very interesting and the tour guide we had did an excellent job. No crowds which is nice. Great little gift shop! They are still doing archeological digs to find the footprints of more of the buildings. All & all worth the small fee to get in.