Sitting high on the banks of the Potomac River not far from Washington, DC, step back in time to the days of the Revolutionary War and the birth of this nation at George Washington’s Mount Vernon, the home of the Father to the Nation and America’s first president. Once a thriving 18th-century…
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One of the biggest parts of the Fairfax County community is George Mason University - Virginia's largest public research university, with a whopping 34,000+ students from all 50 states and 130 countries! It's a no-brainer that the #1 thing that happens on campus is education and classes for…
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Trust us when we say that you’ll conclude your visit to the National Museum of the United States Army with expanded knowledge and reverence for Army personnel, their stories, and the sacrifices and impact the Army has had on the world we see today. With an emphasis on soldiers' narratives, the…
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With over 120 shops, services, and restaurants, the Eden Center is one of the most unique, historic, hidden gems in the National Capital Region. It even has its own Virginia Historical Marker! Modeled after market districts in Vietnam, it has become the single largest source of Vietnamese goods and…
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Small town. Historic. Quaint. Mayberry. Northern Virginia’s Brigadoon - a mythical, magical place unaffected by time. Many have tried to describe the unexpected allure of Clifton, Virginia, but the only way to fully absorb it is to visit yourself. Clifton is unique in Fairfax County in that it is a…
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At the free Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA, aviation buffs, NASA fans, and those who love letting their inner child take flight can spend hours exploring and learning about the over 3,000 air and space artifacts on display in this unique…
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Let the countdown commence! In celebration of stepping into 2023, we're reflecting on the Top 9 Fairfax County captures of this past year as voted on by our Instagram followers. Here's our official countdown of 2022's best captures in #FXVA, from holiday magic to hiking opportunities. Be sure to…
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Nestled in the heart of Northern Virginia, close to the nation's capital, Fairfax County, Virginia is an accessibility gem. As locals and wheelchair users, we discover new things about where we live almost daily. We love our extended neighborhood and how it prioritizes the disability community…
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Ahhhhhh, the great American road trip. It's a rite of passage for every family to pack the bags, get in the car, and go see that special something that you can't find at home. And autumn 2022 brings with it a new opportunity to get out and see something new. Fall Foliage Viewing…
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Since its inception in 1857, Herndon has been known as a small-town escape in the Washington, DC region. The same holds true to this day with charming antique shops, stunning nature trails, and even high tea. With affordable hotels, great restaurants, and proximity to Dulles International Airport…
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