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Attractions

Old Rag: Virginia's favorite hike (Aug 31, 2010)
Old Rag: Virginia's favorite hikeIf there's something Washingtonians aim to do, it's to climb higher – up the corporate ladder, the political spotlight, or anywhere higher than the Capitol, Washington's highest point. If you're feeling a little antsy above sea-level, fear not. Within an hour and a half of Washington lies Old Rag, Shenandoah National Park's most challenging and interesting hike. It is not for the faint of heart and requires hikers to be in some kind of athletic shape, or at least have experience in hiking.
George Washington's Whiskey Distillery: commanding spirits (Aug 29, 2010)
George Washington's Whiskey Distillery: commanding spiritsGeorge Washington was more than just a politician and a general – he was a whiskey maker. The founding father maintained a whiskey distillery about three miles from his Mount Vernon estate, where it cranked out 11,000 gallons of whiskey at its peak in 1799. A renovation of his gristmill, the miller's house, and a reconstruction of his distillery exists in its original location and is open to the public.
Virginia Museum of Fine Art: A collection of art from every major world culture (Jul 21, 2010)
Virginia Museum of Fine Art: A collection of art from every major world cultureThe Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is home to an expansive collection of 22,000 works of art from almost every major world culture dating back more than 5,000 years ago.
Shenandoah National Park: A Washington retreat (May 31, 2010)
Shenandoah National Park: A Washington retreatShenandoah National Park is Washington’s own stretch of preserved wilderness, complete with hiking trails, scenery, campsites and rivers for canoeing. Located about 75 miles south of the Capitol, the national park is a favorite getaway for vacationers and camping enthusiasts. It’s an ideal location for a weekend trip or even a day excursion to scramble up a mountain and be home by dinner.
Mount Vernon: True buried treasure on display (Mar 16, 2010)
Mount Vernon: True buried treasure on displayHistory buff alert! Now's your chance to view some rare, never-before-publicly displayed treasures from George and Martha Washington, right inside their home at Northern Virginia's Mount Vernon estate.
Harpers Ferry: Civil War landmark still 'stupendous' (Mar 7, 2010)
Harpers Ferry: Civil War landmark still 'stupendous'Athough best known as the site of John Brown's ill-fated raid, Harpers Ferry provides a broader look at 19th century life with costumed interpreters, re-enactments, recreated stores and special programs.

Businesses

Leisure Activities

Wolf Trap: Washington's favorite picnic (May 25, 2010)
Wolf Trap: Washington's favorite picnicAs the summer season makes its way around the corner, Washingtonians, too, like to head to the great outdoors and relax on a hot night under the stars. Throw in a picnic, a bottle of wine, and some live music, and you’ve got the perfect evening – right at Wolf Trap in Northern Virginia.

Schools

Lucasville School: A lesson in cultural history (Sep 9, 2010)
Lucasville School: A lesson in cultural historyOne of the first schools for children of color is now restored and ready for viewing.