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In the heart of Virginia, where the Blue Ridge Mountains meet gently rolling hills lies The Virginia Piedmont.  A region rich in natural beauty, American history, farmlands, quaint towns and inns, wineries and fine dining, the Piedmont is less than an hour’s drive from Northern Virginia/Washington D.C., Fredericksburg or Charlottesville.

Follow scenic roads through expanses of farmland, orchards and horse farms bordered by centuries-old stone fences.  Walk the main streets of the region’s historic towns and villages, and explore the restaurants, from casual to elegant, the galleries, antique shops and other stores.  Sample Virginia’s award-winning wines at the many vineyards of the region.

Relive American history as you walk the trails of Civil War battlefields, visit the home and 2,700 acre estate of President James Madison and visit numerous other historic sites. 

Hike or horseback ride through fields and woods or bicycle along winding scenic roads. Don your favorite hat and head to the Gold Cup races, a steeplechase or other equestrian event.  Canoe the Rappahannock and Rapidan rivers or enjoy a leisurely afternoon of fishing on the Rose or Robinson. 

It’s all here, waiting for you to discover.

 

 

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Culpeper | Fauquier | Madison
Orange | Rappahannock | Towns



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Culpeper's Davis Street named one of America's 'Great Streets'

The American Planning Association (APA) has designated Davis Street as one of 10 Great Streets for 2011 under the organization's Great Places in America program. APA Great Places exemplify exceptional character and highlight the role planners and planning play in creating communities of lasting value.

APA singled out Davis Street for its grassroots-driven revitalization efforts that relied heavily on planning and design. Faced with abandonment and neglect, residents and businesses rallied, creating partnerships, crafting guidelines and securing grants in order to resuscitate the heart of historic Culpeper.

February 2012

February 5: Super Bowl party at Little Washington Winery, 2pm.

February 14: Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance at the Inn at Kelly's Ford, 8pm.

February 18: Downtown Culpeper Carnivale, 8am to 8pm.

February 19: David Mattern speaks on the marriage of James and Dolley Madison, 3pm at the James Madison Museum in Orange.

February 25: 24th Annual Rapidan Chapter of Trout Unlimited Fishing Show, 9am at the Fauquier County Fairgrounds.


Shenandoah National Park 75th Anniversary

 
 The Virginia Piedmont …something special in the foothills