Engleside in Mount Vernon in Fairfax County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association
George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, August 9, 2025
1. The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association Marker
Leaders in Historic Preservation
The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) was the first national historic preservation organization. Founded in 1853, it is also the first women's patriotic society in the United States. Its pioneering efforts in preservation set an important precedent, which has inspired many communities. Its mission is to preserve, restore, and manage the estate of George Washington to the highest standards.
Today, thanks to the Association's early vision, we care for twenty original structures including the Mansion, Tombs, and most outbuildings. Explore these historic structures and reflect on the life and legacy of George Washington firsthand.
Erected by Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Places • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1853.
Location. 38° 42.482′ N, 77° 5.208′ W. Marker is in Mount Vernon, Virginia, in Fairfax County. It is in Engleside. It is at the intersection of Mount Vernon Memorial Highway (Virginia Route 235) and George Washington Memorial Highway, on the right when traveling east on Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. Located on the grounds of George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate. Touch for map
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Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area and in Northern Virginia. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Exciting Discoveries (here, next to this marker); Necessary (a few steps from this marker); Kitchen (within shouting distance of this marker); Espaliers and Cordons (within shouting distance of this marker); Lower (Kitchen) Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Welcome to Mount Vernon (within shouting distance of this marker); Gardener's House (within shouting distance of this marker); Wood That Looks Like Stone (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Mount Vernon.
Also see . . .
1. The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. (Submitted on August 19, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
2. The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. (Submitted on August 19, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, August 9, 2025
2. The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association Marker (left)
Credits. This page was last revised on August 19, 2025. It was originally submitted on August 19, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 114 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 19, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
