George washington's mount vernon estate to PRESENT two rare sheep to the knapp family IN HONOR OF INAUGURATION

University to Host "From President to President," an Educational Event to Teach Children and the Community About Sheep and the Colonial Era

EVENT:          As a prelude to the inauguration of Steven Knapp as GW's 16th president, James Rees, executive director of George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, will give President Knapp and Diane Robinson Knapp two rare Hog Island sheep from the Mount Vernon Estate. The morning-long celebration also will feature interactive activities for families and children.

WHEN:           Monday, Nov. 12, 2007; 9 a.m. - Noon

WHERE:        The George Washington University Mount Vernon Campus

2100 Foxhall Rd., NW, Washington, D.C.

COST:            Free and open to the public. Members of the media should RSVP to Adela de la Torre at (202) 994-6424 or adelita@gwu.edu. 

RAIN:             Events will take place rain or shine. In case of severe weather, the program will be moved to the Lloyd Gym on the Mount Vernon Campus.

BACKGROUND:

            General George Washington had a flock of sheep thought to have been bred at his Mount Vernon estate. The two Hog Island sheep given to the Knapps serve as yet another reminder of the connection between The George Washington University and its namesake. The event will include opportunities to learn more about Hog Island sheep and George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, as well as a visit from "General and Mrs. Washington" and other family-friendly activities.

The Vern Express, a free shuttle service connecting the Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon campuses, will offer departures every five to 10 minutes from both campuses throughout this event.  Complete information about The Vern Express is available online at http://gwired.gwu.edu/mvcl/Express/.  

The George Washington University will celebrate the inauguration of Steven Knapp as GW's 16th president Nov. 12 to Nov. 17. The week-long series of events will celebrate GW history and its vision, as well as the inauguration of President Steven Knapp on Nov. 16. 

For more information, please visit http://inauguration.gwu.edu

or call the Inaugural Office at (202) 994-1600.

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