The First Oval Office Project, curated by the Museum of the American Revolution, portrays Washington’s war tent as both a command center and a symbol of leadership.  Now, this powerful experience is coming to Dey Mansion Washington’s Headquarters.

Highlights include: 

• A full-scale replica of Washington’s tent, furnished and arranged as it was during his command ; the public will help set-up and take-down (yes, you can help!)  
• Interactive displays and storytelling led by interpreters  
• Revolutionary-era military demonstrations and cannon fire  
• The Battle for Great Notch table top wargame   
• Dine with General George Washington or his troops   
• In-depth lectures on Revolutionary history by local historians 

What is the First Oval Office Project?

The First Oval Office Project is a traveling, immersive program from the Museum of the American Revolution that brings George Washington’s wartime headquarters to life.  At the heart of the program is a full-scale replica of Washington’s Revolutionary War tent — the very space where he made critical decisions, wrote correspondence, and led the Continental Army.  Often referred to as the “First Oval Office,” this tent was both a command center and a symbol of leadership.  Now this powerful experience is coming to Dey Mansion Washington’s Headquarters, where visitors will experience a walk-through encounter of the tent featuring interactive displays curated by costumed interpreters from the Museum of the American Revolution.

For more information, including the schedule of events, visit seepassaiccounty.org.