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Bay School: A Hidden Art Powerhouse in Mathews County

Tucked away among the rivers and creeks of the Chesapeake Bay, Mathews County packs an artistic punch that belies its small size: just 8,500 souls call its winding roads and fertile fields home. But this isn’t just another rural community—it’s an unexpected creative hotspot. At its core is the Bay School Community Arts Center. But […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Exploring Blue Ridge Folkways

Inside the Wayne C. Henderson School of Appalachian Arts

by Staff

Bath County’s beloved art gallery celebrates 30 years

Warm Springs Gallery When owner-artist Barbara Buhr announced plans to open an art gallery and café in a 5,000-person rural mountain county, residents thought she’d gone nutty. “Sometimes I think it’s amazing I’ve managed to maintain a business in such a remote [area] and support myself in this community,” says Buhr. But 30 years later, […]

by Staff

Plan out your next trip to historic Mount Vernon

George Washington, a Founding Father and one of the most famous Virginians, left a trail of significant legacies, his Northern Virginia home among them. Mount Vernon, on the banks of the Potomac River in Fairfax County, is full of these notable treasures. Explore the mansion and the grounds; the estate offers in-depth tours, detailing […]

by Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves

All that Amazon’s second headquarters has to offer

Arlington’s Met Park is the home to Amazon’s second headquarters—HQ2. The new building, on the corner of South Eads Street and 15th Street South, boasts an array of businesses and amenities to enjoy. The result is a bustling blend of corporate culture, commerce, and green space. Its parklike setting is where families, pets, employees, and community […]

by Staff

Pioneering Charlottesville gallery continues to awe

When the celebrated art historian Lyn Bolen Warren founded Les Yeux du Monde in 1995, it was one of just four public Charlottesville venues for viewing art—including the University of Virginia’s Fralin Museum of Art. For 25 years, Warren used Les Yeux to help transform the city into an artistic haven that now boasts more […]

by Staff

Catch your favorite Broadway hits in Richmond

Broadway On Stage

by Staff

Wordy Thirty—Virginia Festival of the Book

The Virginia Festival of the Book celebrated its 30th anniversary with a bookish bash for the decades.

by Staff

Purcellville

In rural Purcellville, immerse yourself in all things vintage—clothes, antiques, whiskey, and wines.

by Amy Brecount White

3 Rising Virginia Musicians

“It’s hard not to be inspired by Virginia,” says blues rock musician Michael Huntley, who goes by the stage name Huntley, winner of season 24 of The Voice. Huntley lives in Fredericksburg, though his success on The Voice in fall 2023 has propelled him to Los Angeles, Nashville, New York, and beyond. Out of all […]

by Hope Cartwright

Summer Fun

From the Beach to the Blue Ridge, check out our superlative guide to having fun in Virginia—for kids and the young-at-heart.

by Kinsey Gidick

Captain John Smith

“Heaven and earth never agreed better to frame a place for man’s habitation.”

by Staff

Visit the Hermitage Museum & Gardens along the Lafayette

A trip to the Hermitage Museum & Gardens in Norfolk—with its some 5,000 works of art, sweeping expanse of serene gardens decorated with pristine sculptures, and cozy Arts and Crafts style architecture—is a fairytale-like escape. Surrounded on three sides by the Lafayette River and filled with iconic treasures from around the world, the museum is a […]

by Staff

Jeffrey Evans has the Midas touch

Jeffrey S. Evans is a living legend among Virginia auction house professionals. He took the reins of Mt. Crawford’s Green Valley Auctions from his parents as a high school senior in 1979 and spent the next 30 years transforming it into a regional powerhouse. Evans shocked industry insiders in 2009 when, at 49, he launched […]

by Staff

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival celebrates 60 years

One of the country’s longest-running—and under-the-radar cool—multi-genre music festivals just turned 60. The four-weekend, outdoor summer concert series launched in 1963 at the Massanutten Military Academy and is now held near the West Virginia border from July 19 through Sept. 1 on the grounds of the 1,100-acre Shrine Mont retreat center, which is home to […]

by Staff

The Last Great Book Tour

On the twisted road with Dean King.

by Dean King

Motor Heads

Meet the dynamic mechanic duo steering Virginia’s restomod scene.

by Meredith Lindemon

FloydFest is Back!

After a move and a hiatus, FloydFest is on for July.

by Greg Jenkins

Grammy Certified

Annandale High School’s Annie Ray won the Grammys 2024 Music Educator Award.

by Greg Jenkins

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The U.S. DOE Labeled These Virginia Schools Outstanding

Eight Virginia schools received the National Blue Ribbon 2024 award for their high performances. The Exemplary High Performing Schools are Spring Hill Elementary in McLean, Green Run Collegiate in Virginia Beach, Bethel Manor Elementary in Hampton, and St. Andrew the Apostle School in Clifton. The Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools are Central Academy Middle […]

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UVA Claims Top Spots Among Public Universities

The University of Virginia has climbed to No. 4 among public universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges rankings, advancing one position from last year. The university maintained its No. 24 overall ranking, tying with Emory and Georgetown universities. UVA’s commitment to accessibility and student success stands out in several key metrics. […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Can’t-Miss Spots in Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park offers breathtaking views, scenic trails, and diverse wildlife—the perfect prescription for nature lovers. Some spots to add to your itinerary include: This article originally appeared in the Best of Virginia 2025 issue.

by Stacy Watkins

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