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Chestnut Creek School of the Arts Enlivens Southwest Virginia

How does a manufacturing town move forward when most of its plants have closed? For Galax, the answer is economic diversification—and Chestnut Creek School of the Arts is a crucial part of that plan. “When most businesses closed or moved overseas, the city formed CCSA as a vehicle to stimulate growth in the economy,” says […]

by Erica Jackson Curran

Pharrell’s Piece by Piece brings legends to Lego life

With Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar, Timbaland, and Snoop Dogg joining the cast, Pharrell’s new movie Piece by Piece has serious star strength. But the real charm lies in its Lego power. Debuting Oct. 11 and featured at Something in the Water festival in Virginia Beach Oct. 12–13, the animated documentary follows the life and career […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Virginia Remains On Top

Read on for some of the ways Virginia is ranked tops: Our college life USA Today rated Charlottesville and Williamsburg as two of the best small college towns in the nation thanks to their rich history, beautiful scenery, and fun daily life. Our beer Staunton has the 10th best small town beer scene, according to […]

by Katie Farthing

More Magical Christmas Markets You Can’t Miss

If you’re still searching for more festive fun after exploring our Top 10 Christmas markets in Virginia, we’ve got even more enchanting holiday seasonal shopping suggestions across the state just brimming with unique gifts, seasonal treats, and cheerful celebrations. Nov. 23: More than 80 vendors, plus quite a few of the town’s musical talents, take […]

by Hope Cartwright

Peace Piece

Colonial Williamsburg acquires an “incredibly rare” Native American peace medal. (Courtesy of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation) By the time George Washington assumed the Presidency in 1798, “peace medals”—made of silver and engraved by hand—had become valuable diplomatic currency. Presented by the colonists to Native American tribal leaders during treaty signings and other ceremonial events, […]

by Markus Schmidt

Flying Air Circus brings aviation and aerobatics to life

–By Orrin Konheim On paper, the Flying Air Circus is a volunteer-run organization dedicated to promoting and preserving historical aviation. But few organizations dedicated to preserving and promoting aviation put on such a spectacular show. The Flying Air Circus, founded in 1971, has been continuously operating for 53 seasons, making it the longest-running show of […]

by Staff

Buy Tickets Early to Ride the Rails with Santa

The Virginia Scenic Railway is restoring the allure of train travel with its three-hour round trips departing from Staunton. The railway runs two main routes, and the Alleghany Special route is particularly scenic. It lurches westward from Staunton through pastoral scenes, past working farms, and toward the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. From Saturday, Nov. […]

by Heather Bien

Flourish in Full Bloom

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden marks 40 years with four extraordinary exhibits open through October. Natural Connection, Sensory Garden By Elizabeth Fogel, Associate Director Of Horticulture Find the plants that make our lives possible—from the food we eat to the clothes we wear—in the Sensory Garden. Then, explore the bustling Children’s Garden, where okra, cotton, pineapple, […]

by Hope Cartwright

Exciting Events at Fine Arts & Flowers

Fine Arts & Flowers will feature a wide range of exciting special events throughout the exhibition—from floral designer presentations and luncheons to guided tours, floral workshops, curator talks, fashion shows, and family activities. More than 10,000 people are expected to attend the four-day extravaganza. Wednesday, Oct. 23, 6:30–9:30 p.m. Fine Arts & Flowers Gala and […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Middleburg Film Festival

–By Orrin Konheim Names like Emma Stone, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Kenneth Branagh carry serious star power. And while they’re typically associated with Tinseltown, these celebrities have also been spotted in one of Virginia’s most charming towns for a special brand of film festival. Not Los Angeles, New York, or even Sundance. Instead, they head to Middleburg. […]

by Staff

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Turns 40!

From humble beginnings to world-class status, LGBG celebrates a flourishing legacy. If you remember Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (LGBG) in its early days, you’ll recall it was often referred to as Bloemendaal, Dutch for “valley of flowers.” It opened to the public in 1987, and the entrance to Richmond’s newly minted jewel was a modest […]

by Hope Cartwright

Treasure hunt at Lucketts Fall Market

For fans who pine for a pilgrimage to the famous antique market in Round Top, Texas, you might not need to travel so far. Tucked up in Leesburg is Lucketts, and perusing their Fall Market, Friday–Sunday, Oct. 11–13, held at the Clark County Fairgrounds in nearby Berryville, is a shopper’s paradise. In its 25th year, […]

by Dawn Klavon

Fine Arts & Flowers at the VMFA

Flowers like you’ve never seen will be in their full glory at Fine Arts & Flowers at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, Oct. 23–27. “It’s a museum-wide exhibit that pairs original interpretive floral arrangements with works from the museum’s permanent collection,” explains exhibition co-chair Alexandria McGrath, who adds that the event will […]

by Madeline Mayhood

The Virginia Scenic Railway Brings Train Travel Back to Virginia

Before the Acela hit 160 miles per hour and turned train travel into a race from one destination to the next, riding the rails was an occasion. Sweeping vistas right outside the window and meals served with silverware made traveling by train an experience—one that a dwindling generation looks back on fondly. But the Virginia […]

by Heather Bien

Neptune Festival’s competition is more than the average sandcastle

There’s nothing like cool sand between your toes on a hot day in Virginia Beach—except for the awe of beholding the massive sand sculptures at the annual Neptune Festival. The International Sandsculpting Championship is part of the celebrated Boardwalk Weekend, Sept. 27–29, which embraces the area’s beachfront with surfing, beach yoga, dog diving, and boardwalk […]

by Hope Cartwright

The Secret Life of Colonial Colors

Was Dragons Blood on your colonial bingo card?

by Heather Bien

Brushstrokes of History

Exploring the subtlety of Elaine Tucker-Haviland’s brilliant transformations.

by Hope Cartwright

Virginia Fall Events Favorites

Top 10 events to harvest the fun in September and October 2024.

by Hope Cartwright

Ingrid Carozzi with a beautiful flower arrangement

VMFA Fine Arts & Flowers Special Events

Fine Arts & Flowers will feature a wide range of exciting special events throughout the exhibition. Unfolding Elegance: Gala Preview Wed, Oct 23, 20246:30–9:30 pm Guest Speaker | Ingrid Carozzi Thu, Oct 24, 202410 am Marble Hall Luncheon Thu, Oct 24, 2024Noon Guest Speaker | Robbie Honey Thu, Oct 24, 20242 pm Curator Tour and […]

by Madeline Mayhood

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New Innovative Virginia Tea Rooms to Try

Around the world, as both a beverage and a pastime, tea is steeped in history and ritual. From the casual to the ceremonial, tea is a throughline for many cultures, and now, it’s enjoying a renewed interest from beverage pros who are drawn to tea’s unique flavor characteristics, health benefits, and cultural connections. Recently, two […]

by Stephanie Ganz

Virginia’s Best Small-Batch Ice Cream Shops

Move over, chocolate and strawberry. It’s not that you’re boring, it’s just that Virginia’s small batch scoopers are churning out so many flavors that it makes plain old vanilla seem, well, vanilla. In the Old Dominion, we found that Scoop in Richmond’s Fan District is out of this world, with flavor bombs like Tahini & […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Why Virginia Is Becoming a Major Tech Hub

Everyone knows tech geniuses are around every corner in Silicon Valley or Seattle. But don’t underestimate Virginia. The Commonwealth is becoming an increasingly major player in the tech industry, appearing on top techy lists worldwide. Hyperscale Hub From projected fusion plants to 3D-printed houses, it’s never a slow news day in the Old Dominion’s tech […]

by Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves

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