In the 67 years he walked the earth, George Washington perhaps made more of an impact than nearly any other historical figure in America. He battled a king and won. He founded a new country—one that many would argue is the greatest country on earth. And he set the precedent for the many presidents…
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Even in our darkest times, love is all around us. Civil War-era Northern Virginia illustrates many of these examples. During a time of great division, people helped each other. Soldiers were buoyed by the romantic letters they wrote home. Women took grave risks for love. Humanitarian efforts lifted…
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Updated for 2024 Did you know that Presidents Day originated as a celebration of George Washington’s birthday? What better way to celebrate this former Fairfax County resident (and the dozens of leaders who have followed in his footsteps) than to dive into some of the presidential history found in…
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Imagine being an architect of the Bill of the Rights, a delegate to the Constitutional Convention, an OG Patriot and a Founding Father. Yet 250 years later, all anyone can talk about is the guy next door. It’s hard to fathom that two men as influential as George Mason and George Washington lived…
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Washington DC is steeped in African American history, contributing significantly to the overall tapestry of the nation's past. Whether you're visiting DC or the surrounding areas there are several sites in the region that offer a chance to reflect on the inspiring journey of hope, sacrifice…
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It’s no surprise that Fairfax County boasts some of the most frequented presidential spots outside of Washington, DC. We are historic. We are home to the original POTUS (President of the United States). And we are just a river crossing away, making our sites and restaurants both convenient and a…
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From the American Revolution and Civil War to remote parks where spies exchanged information, Fairfax County has been home to history and intrigue since its founding in 1742. Our first president lived here. Battles were fought here. Military museums and memorials surround us. And aircraft from every…
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If you live in the greater Washington, DC area, you may be familiar with founding father, George Mason. In Fairfax, there is a university named after him. He has a memorial in DC. And a bridge. He even had his own stamp. But during life, and now in history, he has sometimes been eclipsed by the…
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June 6 marks the anniversary of the first day of the Invasion of Normandy, France during World War II. Often referred to as D-Day, it was the largest seaborne invasion in history and laid the foundations of the Allied Forces decisive victory. But did you know that Fairfax County has a surprising…
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This year, 2023, marks 50 years since the Vietnam War concluded and there is no better place to honor that milestone than in the midst of Washington, DC and the surrounding area's iconic memorials, monuments and military museums. An official commemoration takes place from May 11-13, 2023 in the…
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