The Journey Through Hallowed Ground is where US Presidents, distinguished generals and other world leaders have found respite and inspiration in the creation of some of the most important doctrines of our time including the Declaration of Independence, US Consitution and Gettysburg Address.
Support the local seafood industry as they mark the arrival of the oyster season. This is an all-you-can-eat affair of oysters prepared many different ways along with a variety of festival foods including hush puppies, clam chowder, hot dogs and much more. In addition to the oyster feasts, guests will enjoy live entertainment, souvenirs, raffles […]
This annual festival features more than 100 distinguished authors across many fields and in all genres of writing. Festival-goers can meet and hear firsthand from their favourite poets and authors, get books signed, hear special entertainment, have photos taken with storybook characters and participate in a variety of activities. 2021 Event Details: Create your National Book Festival […]
This event boasts one of the most spectacular outdoor shopping environments in the region. Bringing a unique and festive shopping “village” to the heart of Downtown DC, the market offers hundreds of diverse gift items such as jewelry, pottery, paintings and textiles from 60 exhibitors each day. Check back as the exhibitors rotate and the selection […]
The Journey Through Hallowed Ground encompasses Native American settlements, sites from French & Indian War and the Revolutionary War, as well as the struggle for Civil Rights. Most significant perhaps is the region’s role as a cradle of democracy and its key position in the Civil War.
Known as the “Official Birthplace of Country Music”, the town of Bristol, Virginia celebrates its music heritage at the annual Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion. Hosted on historic State Street, this three-day music experience digs deep into the roots of Appalachia to present a festival bursting with creative passion, electricity and soul.
The Journey Through Hallowed Ground National Heritage Area is a unique historic, natural, and scenic region with a bucolic countryside consisting of farms, wineries, forests, waterways, rolling hills, mountain views and unspoiled landscapes that can be explored via the JTHG National Scenic Byway.
Come see Virginia’s finest animals and agriculture, exhibits and shows, toe-tappin’ music, fine arts and crafts, blue ribbon competitions and more! The State Fair of Virginia is a multi-day event at the beautiful rural setting of The Meadow Event Park. Visitors can enjoy rides, pet animals, see amazing shows, play games, see a concert and enjoy […]
For over 30 years the In The Street festival has been held in downtown Frederick. The all day festival brings food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. Today, In The Street attracts crowds of over 70,000 people, all celebrating the historic district and the best of what Frederick has to offer.
Von den hochaufragenden Bergen im Westen bis zu den Strandresorts entlang der Atlantikküste offeriert Virginia eine breite Auswahl an Attraktionen. Entdecken Sie die 22 Nationalparks und 38 State Parks mit kilometerlangen Wander- und Radwegen sowie gewundenen Flüssen und ihren Seitenarmen. Angesichts so vieler Möglichkeiten haben wir die schönsten Orte für Ihre Entdeckungen herausgesucht. Virginias Norden […]
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Diese Orte lohnen einen Tagesausflug — oder einen längeren Trip — von Washington, DC, um noch mehr Höhepunkte der Capital Region USA zu entdecken. Annapolis, Maryland Die Hauptstadt von Maryland ist das Tor zur größten Flussmündung Nordamerikas, der Chesapeake Bay. Im 19. Jahrhundert war Annapolis eine lebhafte Hafenstadt, heute ist sie Sitz der US Naval […]