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Where Innovation Is Tradition
George Mason University
Patriots: Traditions and Today
Patriots: Traditions and Today, a university tour, will highlight the history and showcase the growth of George Mason University. The historical tour welcomes Mason faculty, staff, students, alumni; local community members and leaders; VIPs; current and potential donors. Prospective students and families should connect with the Office of Admissions. Guests will have the opportunity to see George Mason University as an innovative and diverse campus with rich and growing traditions. The walking tour is approximately 90 minutes and a 1/2 mile. Guests will be led by a volunteer docent. Attendees will receive a map or brochure of the campus and informational items.
Tour Schedule
Tours will be given on Mondays and Thursdays on the Fairfax Campus at 9:30 am and 12:30 pm during the months of March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Tours can also be scheduled by request for 45 minutes– 90 minutes, or provided during major and special events on campus such as Orientation, Welcome Week, Alumni Weekend, Family Weekend, and Homecoming. We have the capability to utilize Mason golf carts on some tour occasions.
University Information is currently recruiting for docents.
Fairfax Campus Upcoming Tours
To register, complete the registration form.
| Thursday | May 17 | 9:30 am | 12:30 pm |
| Monday | May 21 | 9:30 am | 12:30 pm |
Meeting Location
The tour will begin at the George Mason Statue, located near the Johnson Center. Parking is available in the Mason Pond Parking Deck. This parking deck only accepts cash payments, and rates start at $3.00 for the first hour and increase by $3.00 for every 1 hour increment.
Registration
Registration is required at least 3 business days in advance. To register for a tour session, complete the form and email to gmutoday@gmu.edu or call Angelique LeBlanc, Event Information Coordinator, at (703) 993-1056. A minimum of six attendees is required for the tour to be held.
Special Requests
Special requests for tours are required at least five - seven (5-7) business days in advance. To make a special request, complete the special request form and click the submit by email button; save and email to gmutoday@gmu.edu; print and fax to (703) 993-1009; or call Angelique LeBlanc, Event Information Coordinator, at (703) 993-1056. Last minute requests will be reviewed on a space and staff available basis.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be considered for a walking tour.
Become a University Tour Docent
Contact person: Angelique LeBlanc, aleblan2@gmu.edu, 993-1056