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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Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts is the only national park dedicated to the performing arts. Pretty cool. In a unique fusion of arts and nature, the National Park Service manages 117 acres of park, grounds, and buildings, while the Wolf Trap Foundation oversees programming that serves…
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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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There is one thing that every music and performing arts lover familiar to the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC region can agree on – and that is the indelible fact that there is nothing quite like a show under the stars at Wolf Trap, America’s only National Park dedicated to the Performing Arts…
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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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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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With a fresh new year comes a fresh new perspective – and some pretty incredible things to look forward to here in Fairfax County. Here’s a preview of what’s new in 2023 in Fairfax County. What are you most excited about for the new year? Pick Your Interest: Transportation | History & Science |…
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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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School may be back in session, but no matter the time of year, there is always something unique happening in Fairfax County. Bookmark this list of Fairfax must see attractions from A-Z. Note that some of these things to do may be seasonal, so always be sure to call ahead or check hours before…
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Throughout Fairfax County, there are intriguing buildings and installations—structures that go beyond the ordinary and beg for your most dramatic poses and filters. You won’t find this tour in any guidebook, however. It is exclusive to our blog. So strap yourself in, set your camera lens to…
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