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Richmond’s Theaters Get a Glow-Up

Richmond’s historic theaters don’t just feed the city’s economy, they feed the city’s soul—preserving the vintage charm that makes Richmond so unique. In the early 20th century, Richmond introduced the Altria Theater, Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center, and Byrd Theatre (under different names) amid a booming entertainment industry. Today, the Altria Theater and Carpenter […]

by Sadie Porter

Explore Aviation History at the Udvar-Hazy Center Near Dulles

Named after aviation entrepreneur Steven F. Udvar-Hazy, whose $65 million donation made its construction possible, the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center stands as one of the world’s premier aerospace museums. Near Dulles Airport and the companion facility to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., the massive, 760,000-square-foot facility opened in 2003 and showcases […]

by Madeline Mayhood

What to Know About Hiring a Life Coach

A quick Google search will show you life coaches all across Virginia—but looming questions remain: What do they do, and How do you know if you’re a candidate for what they offer? Unlike therapists, life coaches usually don’t cover mental health concerns or past issues. Instead, they’re forward-thinking, helping you create a plan for getting […]

by Erica Jackson Curran

Head to Wise County for a Springtime Getaway

Nestled in the rugged Appalachian Mountains, Wise County blends natural splendor with vibrant culture and genuine Southern charm. History buffs can stay in luxury at the Inn at Wise—a 1910 Colonial Revival that served as a courthouse, prohibition hideaway, and rumored coal baron sanctuary. Or, book an Airbnb in this epically scenic part of the […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Harrisonburg Warehouse Serves as a One-Stop Marketplace

Liberty Street Mercantile on Harrisonburg’s West Gay Street is a dream for booklovers, coffee maniacs, wine drinkers, and boutique browsers seeking a cozy shopping experience, rain or shine. Set in a charming renovated 1939 warehouse, the space houses Blakemore’s Flowers, Parentheses Books, children’s store Asdelia Mae Boutique, Chestnut Ridge Coffee Roasters, Dryad Cookery, and home […]

by Hope Cartwright

Richmond’s Branch Museum Doubles Down On Design

The Branch House, the striking Tudor-Revival mansion designed by John Russell Pope, has been a fixture on Richmond’s Monument Avenue since 1919, but the museum that calls it home entered a new era in 2024. The 10-year-old Branch Museum of Design has a shortened moniker (they dropped “and Architecture” from the end), a savvy new […]

by Erica Jackson Curran

Virginia Beach SPCA’s Programs For Kids

One of the VBSPCA’s missions is to transform children into compassionate advocates through immersive humane education. That might mean Tale for Two, which pairs a young reader with an animal to make reading more fun while boosting confidence in both pet and person. Along the way, respect, empathy, kindness, and compassion are woven into the […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Yesteryear’s Medicine at Alexandria’s Apothecary Museum

Lauren Gleason, assistant director of education of the City of Alexandria, explains the fascinating ins and outs of the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary. Imagine walking into a pharmacy today and asking for opium or morphine. You could—no prescription needed—at least until the 20th century rolled around. In 1914, the Harrison Narcotic Act was introduced into law, taxing […]

by Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves

Things to do in Old Town Alexandria

Entering Old Town Alexandria feels like someone waved a magic wand after navigating the notorious mixing bowl of I-95: Suddenly, it’s all worth it. The sun shines through the tree-lined streets between Georgian, Federal, and mid-century modern homes, and ivy-covered bricks welcome me. I have eight hours before returning home, so my wide eyes absorb […]

by Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves

Lynchburg Offers Luxury Lodging in an Old Shoe Factory

The Craddock Terry Hotel stands as a testament to Lynchburg’s industrial heritage, ingeniously transformed from what was once the Craddock Terry Shoe Co.—the fifth-largest shoe manufacturer in the world during its heyday. This boutique hotel masterfully preserves its manufacturing roots with thoughtful design touches throughout its 44 distinctive guest rooms. Shoeboxes deliver morning breakfast, shoe-shaped […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Confessions of a Chronic Over (and Under) Packer

“You know they’ll have that there, right?” my boyfriend Jack asks while I stuff body wash into my bulging bag. What self-respecting Airbnb doesn’t have soap in their shower? I, however, am particular about my lavender-scented soap. I must have my own toiletries, which isn’t so outrageous, but the problems arise when I push my […]

by Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves

The Most Loved Mayo Brands, According to Virginia Chefs

Of all the condiments in the door of your fridge, there is perhaps none as polarizing as mayonnaise. The sandwich spread evokes either devoted love or vehement repulsion, depending on whom you ask. Even among mayo lovers, there’s the issue of which brand is best, a debate that hinges on regional fealty, culinary posturing, and […]

by Stephanie Ganz

Historic Riding Program Evolves Into Learning Tool

Since 1939, horses have been woven into the fabric of Congressional School, a legacy that began with the founding family’s passion for equestrian life. The Devers’ love of horses not only shaped the school’s identity—inspiring the “Colts” team name and horse mascot—but established a tradition that continues to innovate today. During the warmer months, Congressional’s […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Ma Cong’s Artistic Revolution at the Richmond Ballet

Anticipation hums through the air as the audiences settle into Richmond’s Leslie Cheek Theater at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA), double-checking silenced phones and shifting for the best view of the eminent stage, framed by colossal red curtains. The feeling is unmistakable—a quiet, buzzy awe, knowing something extraordinary is about to unfold. Among […]

by Hope Cartwright

Richmond’s VMHC Launches Nation’s 250th Celebration

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) unveiled Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation on March 22—the 250th anniversary of Patrick Henry’s iconic “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!” speech. This groundbreaking exhibition, developed with the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, is America’s first major commemoration of the nation’s semiquincentennial and runs […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Michelangelo at the Muscarelle

In a landmark cultural exchange, the Muscarelle Museum of Art, on the campus of William & Mary in Williamsburg, presents Michelangelo: The Genesis of the Sistine, featuring nearly half of the master’s surviving Sistine Chapel sketches. The exhibition, through June 1, celebrates Michelangelo’s 550th birthday and offers rare insight into his creative process. Visitors can […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Heritage Meets Innovation at the Branch Museum in Richmond

The Branch Museum of Design in Richmond unveils its captivating Re-Think Design series with Re-Think Landscape Design, a dual exhibition, through June 8, celebrating both the storied past and sustainable future of landscape architecture. Genius by Nature in the Main Gallery highlights the masterful legacy of Charles Gillette (1886–1969), whose “Virginia Garden” style transformed the […]

by Madeline Mayhood

What to Do in Virginia for the Fourth of July

From rockets’ red glare to Revolutionary flair, Virginia brings the boom to the Fourth of July. With parades, pageants, pomp, and plenty of fireworks, the Commonwealth cranks up both the colonial charm and the modern-day merrymaking for America’s birthday bash. It’s never too early to start planning your star-spangled fun—here are some Virginia Fourth of […]

by Gracie Hayden

Virginia’s Top Outdoor Events Kicking Off Summer 2025

RICHMOND – Dominion Energy Riverrock May 16–18: The James River turns into an adrenaline-filled playground at this outdoor bash. Watch kayakers face whitewater, climbers scale boulders, slackliners defy gravity, and dogs take flight in the high-flying Air Dog competition—all set to a live music lineup. RiverrockRVA.com SMITHFIELD – Smithfield Arts Festival May 17: This Pagan […]

by Hope Cartwright

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Where to Eat, Drink, & Stay in Staunton During Queen City Mischief & Magic

Staunton might be a small town, but during the annual Queen City Mischief & Magic Festival, the last week of September, it’s larger than life. The festival draws tens of thousands of witches, wizards, warlocks, ghouls, and more to the Shenandoah Valley—and they fill up the local hotels, restaurants, and bars quickly. To plan ahead […]

by Hope Cartwright

A Couple’s Small-Town Makeover

After a successful career in investigative services in Washington, D.C., Terri Wesselman and her husband, Julien Patterson, decided to settle down in Irvington. Initially drawn to the area by the Tides Inn, the couple had been weekending in the Northern Neck since the late ’90s. “There was something about the area that was quiet but […]

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