5 Reasons to Visit the Woodrow Wilson Birthplace and Museum

Perched atop Gospel Hill, the Woodrow Wilson Birthplace and Museum is ripe with mystery and charm. Once home to Woodrow Wilson, it is now a waltz through history. Here are 5 reasons you should indulge in a visit.   Virginia is a State full of history–the buildings alive with the charm of America’s beginning days. […]

Augusta County Railroad Museum – The Best Open House in Town

Calling aboard all train and history enthusiasts, this September 8, Augusta County Railroad Museum has some surprises just for you.   Trains Helped Build America “The historical and cultural foundations of the Nation should be preserved as a living part of our community life and development to give a sense of orientation to the American […]

Rockingham County Fair: An American Summer Tradition

Nothing helps usher the summer transition into fall like a good county fair. It is always fun to see the exhibitions of farmers, gardeners, and crafters that are able to show the fruits of their long summer labor, by entering livestock and crops, and artwork into competition. There are two nearby county fairs that will […]

Half the Fun is Getting There

Post by Aura Walker Road trips are a big deal in my family. I have learned many lessons on what works and doesn’t work when it comes to having a comfortable and fun trip, you can read about it in another article entitled “Epic Roadtrips – 5 Tips to Ease the Pain of Car Travel with […]

Natural Bridge – History and Nature Together in One Place

Natural Bridge is one of Virginia’s most cherished and prized natural monuments, it has been said to be one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world. The naturally formed limestone crossing was declared as holy land by early Native-Americans; it has been an inspiration to authors, painters, presidents and other historical figures. For over […]

Epic Roadtrips – 5 Tips to Ease the Pain of Car Travel with Kids

Guest post by Aura Walker Being a former military family, we have mostly lived far away from relatives. With the high cost of plane tickets and having four children, we have a lot of long holiday road trips. Keeping kids entertained and keeping them from arguing is a challenge. From California, to Maryland, to Florida […]

Take a Hike! Good for Mind, Body, & Soul

Throughout history, many cultures worldwide have made walking a significant rite of passage or religious custom. For the Aboriginal people it was the “walkabout”, for the Native Americans it was the “vision quest” or “spirit walk”. When the crusades made it difficult to travel to Jerusalem, churches had labyrinths built for Christians in the middle-ages […]

Monticello – The Legacy of an Innovative Mind

  Thomas Jefferson, founding father and beloved Virginian, made his home not far from Cabin Creekwood, within a 40 minute drive near the city of Charlottesville. The third president’s plantation estate is now an historic museum open to the public for tours and other special events. Monticello has been beautifully restored much to its original […]

The Moss Museum – Altruist Artist’s Expressions of Love and Hope

  If not for the sign out front, the P. Buckley Moss museum would appear to be a charming, old Virginian country home that oozes simple elegance. The building has an exterior that is fitting for the artwork housed inside. With an eye that captures the simple beauty in the world, P. Buckley Moss defies […]

Saturday In The Park, You’d Think It Was The 4th of July

  The City of Waynesboro celebrates family, community and the good old days of summer, on July 7th, with its 33rd Summer Extravaganza. The event is held each year on the grounds of Ridgeview Park and is sponsored by the Waynesboro Department of Parks and Recreation. The city promotes the annual celebration as an occasion […]