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“An architectural gem in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.” – Washingtonian There are six historic districts located in downtown Staunton, all filled with exceptional architecture – Beverley Historic District, Wharf Historic District, Newtown Historic District, Stuart Addition Historic District, Gospel Hill Historic District, and The Villages Historic District. Thomas Jasper (“T.J.”) Collins…

How do you shop for a hotel? Within walking distance of restaurants, attractions, and shopping? Near the interstate? Or do you shop by brand? Staunton has a hotel brand to fit any preference or price point. Staunton’s Newest Brands Tru By Hilton Staunton / 120 Crossing Way, Staunton, Virginia Tru…

Grab your picnic blanket and your wicker basket, and get ready to spend a sweet late summer afternoon or evening lounging in one of the Staunton area’s best outdoor spaces. Handcraft your food, order sandwiches from one of our restaurants, or even unbox a pizza — the choices are endless….

You’ve been snuggling up with your dog more than ever lately, and all this together time makes it hard to leave them home. Fortunately, at least while the weather’s nice, you don’t have to. Here’s a list of “pawsome” Staunton public places that welcome your pet. Homes Away from Home…

You’ve visited Staunton and watched a play at the Blackfriars Theatre, luxuriated at the Blackburn Inn, eaten fresh at Staunton Farmers’ Market, and explored the past at the Frontier Culture Museum. You’ve relished pastries at Réunion and savored dinner at The Shack. You can repeat all those things during visit…

With a few weeks left of summer vacation left, blended schedules once school starts, and a limited fall sports lineup, most folks are still trying to keep the kids from wasting away in front of the screen. Here are some activities to keep the kids moving, thinking, and doing! Get…

Whether you’re new to hiking or you’re hoping to get your kids to join you, the Staunton, Augusta and Waynesboro area (SAW) has a number of hikes that are appropriate for all ages and skill levels. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorites from easy leg stretchers for little…

There’s nothing more wholesome than a summer day spent picking fresh fruit or produce with your family. Here are eight local farms where you can pick to your heart’s content, get away from the crowds, soak in the view, and in some cases, even lay out a picnic. Afterward, enjoy…

The City of Staunton is bringing back its popular Shop & Dine Out in Downtown program for its sixth season, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy an expanded outdoor experience all weekend long, beginning Friday, April 4. Beverley Street will be closed to vehicles from Lewis Street to Market Street…

The corner of Beverley and Coalter Streets was called Gospel Hill in the late 1790s when religious meetings were held here at Sampson Eagon’s blacksmith shop. Today, the intersection marks the heart of this gracious neighborhood of shady streets and elegant homes that represent a century of domestic architectural styles….

The five antebellum structures at Western State are recognized as one of the best-preserved and original assemblages of early institutional architecture in the United States. First known as Western Lunatic Asylum, this institution was founded in 1825 to serve Virginia’s western region. Architect Thomas Blackburn, master builder William B. Phillips,…

The weather is just starting to warm up and everything outside our window is looking bright green and lush. It’s one of the best times to head outside and enjoy walks through our historic downtown an on our nearby trails. Celebrate the end of the spring season and enjoy all…