Washington’s Birthday Ball February 21, 2010

New York, NY-- The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden invites families to celebrate George Washington’s birthday as New Yorkers would have in the 19th century. In honor of the nation’s first president, who was born in 1732, a period dance ensemble will teach and perform traditional country dances. Guests are also invited to tour the Museum and snack on refreshments. This event is appropriate for children ages 4 and up.

General admission to Washington’s Birthday Ball is $15 for adults, $12 for members and $8 for children under age 12. Reservations are recommended and can be made at (212) 838-6878. The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden is located at 421 East 61st Street between York and First Avenues. Nearest subway: N, W, R, 4, 5, 6 at the 59th Street/Lexington station.

ABOUT THE MOUNT VERNON HOTEL MUSEUM & GARDEN

The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden is dedicated to the collection, preservation, exhibition and research of art and artifacts pertaining to the Mount Vernon Hotel. New York City's only surviving day hotel, this landmarked building, which was constructed in 1799, brings the bygone era of old New York alive by promoting the dissemination of historical knowledge through docent-guided tours of its historic rooms, education programs, exhibitions, publications, lectures and symposia. For more information, please call 212.838.6878 or visit www.mvhm.org.

Official Website: http://www.mvhm.org