250th Celebration of Washington Taking Command
June 14, 2025 9:00 AM –5:00 PM
Celebrate the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army and the historic moment when George Washington took command of the United States Army.
Visit an 18th-century military encampment and witness military drills and firing demonstrations.
Plus, enjoy live patriotic music, a boat parade along the Potomac River, and a presentation with George Washington’s majestic horses.