History H istory isn’t just words in a book when you are in Fairfax County. In a region full of historical sites, homes, battlefields and significant ties to colonial America, the Revolutionary War, the Underground Railroad and the Civil War, every history buff will be amazed to stand on the ground where history was made. Discover the inner workings of our Founding Father and first president at George Washington’s Mount Vernon . An often mythic and romanticized figure of American history, Washington’s life is displayed through artifacts and exhibits, guided tours, historical interpretation, recounts of slavery and more. Mount Vernon utilizes demonstrations of traditional trades such as farming, distilling and smithing, as well as modern technology, such as the 4D theatre with cutting-edge animations and falling snow to immerse you in Washington’s life. Nearby, visit the home of George Mason, the Founding Father responsible for drafting the Virginia Bill of Rights, on which the U.S. Bill of Rights was based. His 18th century estate, Gunston Hall , offers a look at Georgian-style architecture, scenic hiking trails and an immersive exhibit on Revolutionary Rights. > FXVA.COM • 29
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