Honoring George Washington’s Mount Vernon and Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello
The National Archives Foundation honors George Washington’s Mount Vernon and Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello with its prestigious Records of Achievement Award for their importance in chronicling and promoting the American story.
Historic sites, like George Washington’s Mount Vernon and Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, are essential stewards of our shared heritage, preserving both the physical spaces and the stories that shaped the nation. By maintaining these sites and interpreting the lives of our iconic Founding Fathers, they offer a deeper understanding of America’s complex past and inspire ongoing dialogue with our history.
The 2025 Records of Achievement Award honors the dedicated leadership, groundbreaking research, and compelling storytelling that preserve the legacy of these estates and share it with visitors worldwide.
This year’s event will be held at the National Archives in Washington, D.C., complete with a cocktail reception; a theater program with an award presentation and a conversation between distinguished historians; a seated dinner in the National Archives Rotunda and Galleries; and a dessert reception on the Grand Portico.
About the Award:
The Records of Achievement Award is the National Archives Foundation’s highest honor bestowed on an individual whose contributions have fostered a broader national awareness of the history and heritage of the United States as exemplified in the National Archives’ records. Through their work, recipients educate, enrich, and inspire a deeper appreciation of our country, its ideals, and its aspirations.
The 2025 Records of Achievement Award Ceremony and Gala is made possible in part by Governor Jim and Janet Blanchard, Anne S. Chao, Edgeworth Economics, Marilynn and John Hill, and Karen Pritzker.
For more information about the Records of Achievement Award & Gala, email [email protected].