May 16, 2024 / egnidziejko
National Travel and Tourism Week is happening from May 19-25, 2024. Whether you’re planning a trip to Staunton from somewhere else or you want to make the most of your staycation, Staunton has so many things that make it shine. More
May 08, 2024 / williamsjb
Every January, Virginia Living Magazine asks its readers to name their favorite businesses and attractions in a write-in poll. The magazine features them in its Best of Virginia issue, which is designed to guide readers to all the best places in five different Virginia regions. More
Feb 22, 2024 / egnidziejko
The daffodils are up, and the days are starting to smell like spring. If you’re itching for a hike, but not sure you’re ready to hit the mountain trails just yet, how about a walk through downtown Staunton? More
Feb 15, 2024 / egnidziejko
Nicknamed the Mother of Presidents, Virginia is the birthplace of eight presidents, more than any other state. They include George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, Zachary Taylor, and Woodrow Wilson. More
Feb 09, 2023 / egnidziejko
(Published 02/09/2023) Walking through Staunton’s Gospel Hill Historic District is a little like stepping back in time. The streets are lined with elegant old homes in a variety of styles. The district is named for the religious meetings held in Sampson Eagon’s blacksmith shop in the 1790s. More
Sep 15, 2022 / madden
(Published 09/15/2022) You can’t beat the Shenandoah Valley for its natural beauty, but many of its towns are introducing man-made scenery to the landscape. If you’ve spent any time in downtown Staunton recently, you’ll have noticed the murals brightening up walls and sides of buildings. More
Aug 25, 2022 / madden
(Published 08/25/2022) How do I love thee, Staunton? Let me count the ways. It's no surprise that Staunton routinely appears on regional and national best-of lists for beauty, charm, culture, and natural attractions. More
Jul 14, 2022 / madden
(Published 07/14/2022) Hilly, charming, and walkable Newtown Historic District borders Staunton’s downtown on the west. It’s mostly residential, with homes built mostly between the 1870s and the 1920s, and the district was named on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. More