Gunston Hall, Lorton

Name: Gunston Hall
Address: 10709 Gunston Rd, Lorton, 22079-3901, United States
Telephone: +1 703-550-9220

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Gunston Hall is an 18th-century Georgian mansion near the Potomac River in Mason Neck, Virginia, United States. Built between 1755 and 1759 as the main residence and headquarters of a 5,500-acre plantation, the house was the home of the United States Founding Father George Mason. The home is located not far from George Washington's home. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1759 (265 years ago)Coordinates: 38°39'51"N, 77°9'37"W

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10709 Gunston RdLorton 22079-3901 United States

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+1 703-550-9220

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Gunston Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mount Vernon Trail, Mount Vernon, George Washington's Gristmill, Pohick Church.

6.2 miNE
Cycling, Bike trail, Bike path
Mount Vernon Trail, Alexandria
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Restored estate of the first president
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Museum, Historical place, History museum
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3.6 miNW
Historical place, Georgian architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Pohick Church, Mount Vernon
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38°40'18"N • 77°10'8"W
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Museum, Military museum
National Museum of the United States Army, Lorton
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Park
Occoquan Regional Park, Lorton
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4 miN
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Pope–Leighey House, Alexandria
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Classes and workshops, Georgian architecture, Art gallery
Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton
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National park
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge
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5.2 miNE
Library
Fred W. Smith National Library for the Study of George Washington, Alexandria
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