Long before bourbon became a Kentucky icon and craft distilleries began appearing across the country, George Washington was making whiskey at Mount Vernon. By 1799, Washington’s distillery was producing nearly 11,000 gallons of whiskey a year, making it one of the largest whiskey distilleries in…
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This September 11, 2026, marks 25 years since the attacks that took many lives. The United States will remember those who were killed and injured and honor how the whole nation came together to recover. Here is how Fairfax County, Northern Virginia, the Capital Region, and you can be part of it…
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One of the things that makes Fairfax County unique—and fascinating—and delicious—is its diversity. Situated just across the Potomac River from Washington, DC, the county is considered a gateway to America, attracting people from global cultures who know they will find community here. As a result, we…
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As the Fourth of July approaches, you may already know that the celebration starts right here. At the heart of Northern Virginia, Fairfax County's proximity to the nation's capital makes it incredibly convenient for America's 250th anniversary festivities. But not only that, staying here offers an…
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There are plenty of reasons to be excited for May. The warmth of the sun, an abundance of blooming flowers, and of course, the kickoff to outdoor events and fun in Fairfax County. It's been a long time coming, but it's finally here! Festival season, holiday celebrations, one-of-a-kind experiences…
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In the 1670s, a family from the Ghanan Fanti tribe was kidnapped and brought to Colonial America via the transatlantic slave trade. The patriarch of that family was Egya Amkwamdoh. His name was misinterpreted as “Quander,” and that has been what the family has been called ever since. Egya had two…
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Taxation without representation. Denial of fair trials by a jury of peers. Restricted trade, forcing higher prices. An inability to expand westward into the New World. Obstructing laws that would enable self-governance. By 1765, colonists had had enough of King George and the way he ruled over the…
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As the nation marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, Fairfax County will be at the heart of the celebration, with events, exhibits, and commemorative experiences rolling out throughout the year. This page will be updated throughout the year as more programs are announced. Bookmark this page so you…
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In 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th birthday and its independence from the British crown. While many patriots get credit for victory in the Revolutionary War, one British subject, in particular, literally led the charge—Commander of the Continental Army, General George Washington…
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