The National Museum of the United States Army, located on the publicly accessible area of Fort Belvoir in southern Fairfax County, is the first comprehensive and truly national museum to capture, display and interpret the Army's history by telling stories through the eyes of soldiers. Named one of…
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At long last, the 2020 Summer Olympics will kick off in Tokyo, Japan on July 23, 2021. Originally scheduled for last summer, the Games were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic – the first time ever this has happened. (There have been three cancellations in history, all due to the two World Wars…
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**Updated with new performances as of June 15! It’s been a long, difficult year (and then some) without live music on the beloved Wolf Trap stage. But it’s finally time to dust off your dancing shoes, break out the picnic baskets, and embrace your inner pop star because Wolf Trap Foundation for the…
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Patio season is upon us and we’ve all been dying to get out of the house. And we’re not sure there’s anything more relaxing than a glass of chilled wine amid the scenic Virginia foothills on a warm summer day. The good news is that several Fairfax County wineries have an array of drinkable wine…
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Travel inherently has the power to connect us all, to help us learn about other cultures and people, to help bring us closer to passions we never knew we had, and to help us enjoy the truly hospitable places, foods, amenities, and offerings of a destination. This year, as the world collectively saw…
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We know. Last year didn’t quite turn out the way we all hoped it would, did it? But, it’s a new year and that means a fresh start and a renewed perspective. Luckily, even despite the ongoing challenges we collectively face, there are lots of new things to look forward to here in Fairfax County this…
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Summer 2020 might look a little bit different than past summers, but that doesn't have to mean a lack of fun. Fairfax County is home to a rich array of outdoor adventures and historic sites that the whole family will enjoy. To get you started, we've pulled together a couple of ways you can get out…
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50 years ago, on July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to step foot on the moon. The Washington, DC area is buzzing with activities to celebrate this momentous occasion, from major events downtown to special local park events and more. There are also several places…
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