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Key to Symbols Civil War Site Child-friendly ARTS 1st Stage 1ststagetysons.org 703-854-1856 1524 Spring Hill Rd., Tysons Corner, 22102 This nonprofit founded by three local teachers is the only private professional theater in Fairfax County. The Alden mcleancenter.org/alden-theatre 703-790-0123 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, 22101 Experience a magical performance in an intimate auditorium with nearperfect acoustics. ArtSpace Herndon artspaceherndon.com 703-956-6590 750 Center St., Herndon, 20172 Community art gallery created and supported by art lovers in the greater Herndon area. The Barns at Wolf Trap wolftrap.org 703-255-1900 1635 Trap Rd., Vienna, 22182 Two unique 18th-century barns offer rustic charm and fine acoustics for music lovers. The Center for Education at Wolf Trap wolftrap.org 703-255-1900 1645 Trap Rd., Vienna, 22182 This arts-in-education resource center includes various classes and workshops for drama, music and dance. The CenterStage at Reston Community Center Hunters Woods restoncommunitycenter.com 703-476-4500 2310 Colts Neck Rd., Reston, 20191 Home to the Reston Community Players and a variety of theatrical experiences including musicals, dramas, mysteries and comedies. Creative Cauldron at ArtSpace Falls Church creativecauldron.org 703-436-9948 410 South Maple Ave., Falls Church, 22046 Creative Cauldron is an organization providing opportunities for learning, participation and enjoyment in the arts for both children and adults. George Mason University's Center for the Arts cfa.gmu.edu 703-993-2787 4373 Mason Pond Dr., Fairfax, 22030 First-class entertainment, including musical and theater acts from around the world. Home to the Fairfax Symphony. George Mason University EagleBank Arena eaglebankarena.com 703-993-3000 4500 Patriot Cir., Fairfax, 22030 A multipurpose, 10,000-seat venue hosting events year-round ranging from sports to concerts. Great Falls Studios greatfallsstudios.com 703-759-2440 Georgetown Park and Walker Road, Great Falls, 22066 Established as a network of artists and has a membership of more than 70 artists who live or produce art in Great Falls. Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) restonarts.org 703-471-9242 12001 Market St., Reston, 20190 Dynamic art space promoting involvement and excellence in the visual arts. The Hub Theatre thehubtheatre.org 800-494-8497 9431 Silver King Ct., Fairfax, 22031 An award-winning, professional nonprofit theatre, making its home in Fairfax County. Jammin' Java jamminjava.com 703-255-1566 227 Maple Ave., E., Vienna, 22180 Two hundred seat music venue and bar which focuses on local and independent musical acts. Jo Ann Rose Gallery at Reston Community Center Lake Anne restoncommunitycenter.com 703-476-4500 1609 Washington Plz., N., Reston, 20191 Home to League of Reston Artists exhibits, individual artists living or working in Reston, and sponsored exhibits. McLean Projectfor the Arts mpaart.org 703-790-1953 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, 22101 Celebrating the work of emerging and established artists from the Mid-Atlantic region. NextStop Theatre Company nextstoptheatre.org 703-481-5930 269 Sunset Park Dr., Herndon, 20170 A community theater with highquality theatrical productions. Richard J. Ernst Community Cultural Center nvcc.edu/ernst 703-323-3000 8333 Little River Tpke., Annandale, 22033 With 525 seats, this state-of-the-art theater is suitable for performances, forums and lectures. The State Theatre thestatetheatre.com 703-237-0300 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church, 22046 A favorite venue among the locals, with live music and theatrical stage performances. Vienna Arts Society Art Center viennaartssociety.org 703-319-3971 115 Pleasant St., NW, Vienna, 22180 Bringing together area artists and offering art classes and workshops along with ongoing gallery exhibits. Wolf Trap wolftrap.org 703-255-1900 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, 22180 Wolf Trap's majestic Filene Center provides the region with a magical outdoor venue for world-class performances of every genre. Ad Page 43 Wolf Trap Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods wolftrap.org 703-255-1900 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, 22182 Family-friendly shows nestled in rolling wooded acres. Workhouse Arts Center workhousearts.org 703-584-2900 9601 Ox Rd., Lorton, 22079 An innovative collaboration of visual and performing arts and education in the unique historic setting of a former DC prison. ATTRACTIONS Aslin Beer Company aslinbeer.com 703-787-5766 257 Sunset Park Dr., Herndon, 20170 A startup brewery with artistically crafted, world-class beer located near Washington, DC. Belle Haven Marina saildc.com 703-768-0018 1201 Bell Haven Rd., Alexandria, 22307 Marina and sailing school operated by sailors offering a full range of sailing instruction and boat rentals. Caboose Brewing Co. Caboosebrewing.com 703-865-8580 520 Mill Street, NE., Vienna, 22180 Freshness, authenticity, and community are what drive us to create great food and beer. Children's Science Center Lab childsci.org 703-648-3130 11948 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, 22033 Fun, interactive exhibits and programs for children and families to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics. City of Fairfax Museum and Visitors Center fairfaxva.gov/government/historic-resources 703-385-8414 10209 Main St., Fairfax, 22030 Outlines the rich history of the city of Fairfax, with a special emphasis on the Civil War. The Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim fairfaxva.gov/government/historic-resources/civil-war-interpretive-center 703-591-0560 3610 Old Lee Hwy., Fairfax, 22030 The Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim interprets the site’s history and the Civil War in the greater Fairfax area. . Claude Moore Colonial Farm 1771.org 703-442-7557 6310 Georgetown Pk., McLean, 22101 Step back in time to 1771 and see what life was like on a workingclass farm. Open Apr. - mid-Dec. Colvin Run Mill fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/colvinrunmill/ 703-759-2771 10017 Colvin Run Rd., Great Falls, 22066 Operational 19th-century, waterpowered gristmill that also features a 20th-century dairy barn. Cox Farms coxfarms.com 703-830-4121 15621 Braddock Rd., Centreville, 20120 Seasonal family friendly destination with ongoing events and activities year-round. Fair Winds Brewing Company fairwindsbrewing.com 703-372-2001 7000 Newington Rd., Lorton, 22079 Fair Winds Brewing Company boasts an expansive taproom and exceptional, locally-produced craft beers. Fairfax Station Railroad Museum fairfax-station.org 703-425-9225 11200 Fairfax Station Rd., Fairfax Station, 22039 Come explore Civil War history, railroading and the fascinating story of the local community. Open Sunday afternoons. Forge Brew Works forgebrewworks.com 703-372-2979 8532 Terminal Rd., Ste. L, Lorton, 22079 Local microbrewery offering tours and tastings in a dog-friendly taproom, plus growlers to go. Frying Pan Farm Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/ 703-437-9101 2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon, 20171 A working demonstration farm of the 1930s. Farm animals and agricultural tools reflect rural heritage. George Mason's Gunston Hall gunstonhall.org 703-550-9220 10709 Gunston Rd., Mason Neck, 22079 Home of George Mason, the father of the Bill of Rights. Beautiful architecture and gardens accent this attraction. Ad Page 45 George Washington's Distillery and Gristmill mountvernon.org 703-780-2000 5513 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy., Mount Vernon, 22121 Features costumed millers using materials and machinery from the period in which they were originally used. George Washington's Mount Vernon mountvernon.org 703-780-2000 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy., Mount Vernon, 22121 America's most popular historic estate overlooks the Potomac River and offers an immersive look into Washington's life and legacy. Ad Page 1 Herndon Depot Museum herndonhistoricalsociety.org 703-437-7289 717 Lynn St., Herndon, 20172 A small museum that used to be a train station, run by the Herndon Historical Society. Open Sunday afternoons. . Lake Anne Brew House lakeannebrewhouse.com 571-758-2739 11424 Washington Plz., W, Reston, 20190 A new nanobrewery located in historic Lake Anne Plaza offering an inviting community gathering place with a hand-crafted selection of beer. Mustang Sally Brewing Company msbrewing.com 703-378-7450 14140 Parke Long Ct., Ste. A, B & C, Chantilly, 20151 Classic, American craft brewery inspired by Old World brewing tradition with a 4,000-square-foot tasting room. National Firearms Museum nramuseum.com 703-267-1600 11250 Waples Mill Rd., Fairfax, 22030 The NRA National Firearms Museum consists of 15 galleries housing more than 3,000 firearms in a 15,000-square-foot facility. Ox Hill Battlefield Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/oxhill/ 4134 West Ox Hill Rd., Fairfax, 22033 Site of the only major Civil War engagement in Fairfax County. Interpretive kiosks at the park present information about the battle. . Paradise Springs Winery paradisespringswinery.com 703-830-9463 13219 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton, 20124 Fairfax County's first winery, daily tastings and special events are held throughout the year. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Pope-Leighey House woodlawnpopeleighey.org 703-780-4000 9000 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, 22309 Frank Lloyd Wright's creation stands as a classic example of his Usonian architecture. Reston Museum restonmuseum.org 703-709-7700 1639 Washington Plz., Reston, 20190 Dedicated to exploring and celebrating the history of Reston, this museum is filled with a wide variety of exhibits. River Farm ahs.org/about-river-farm 703-768-5700 7931 East Boulevard Dr., Alexandria, 22308 The headquarters of the American Horticultural Society, situated on 25 acres of landscaped lawns and gardens. Roer's Zoofari roerszoofari.com 703-757-6222 1228 Hunter Mill Rd., Vienna, 22182 30-acre suburban zoo that contains a petting barn and allows visitors to go on safari wagon rides around the park. Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center airandspace.si.edu/udvar-hazy-center 703-572-4118 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy., Chantilly, 20151 A gleaming structure with an aviation hangar featuring more than 140 aircraft and 148 space artifacts including the Space Shuttle Discovery. Ad Page 47 Stuart Mosby Cavalry Museum stuart-mosby.com 703-971-4984 13938 Braddock Rd., Centreville, 20120 First Civil War Museum in the Centreville Historic District details the legacy of Confederate horsemen J.E.B. Stuart and John S. Mosby. Open Sat. - Mon. . Sully Historic Site fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/sully 703-437-1794 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly, 20151 The home of Richard Bland Lee, Virginia's first congressman. The house is furnished with antiques of the Federal period. The Winery at Bull Run wineryatbullrun.com 703-815-2233 15950 Lee Hwy., Centreville, 20120 Working farm vineyard in an authentic 1860s setting. Located only two miles off I-66 and adjoins over 5,000 acres of Manassas National Battlefield Park. . Woodlawn Historic Site woodlawnpopeleighey.org 703-780-4000 9000 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, 22309 Built in the 1800s, this Georgianstyle mansion was home to Eleanor Custis and Lawrence Lewis. GOLF Burke Lake Golf Center fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-323-1641 7315 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station, 22039 Slightly wooded 18-hole, par-three course, offering a beautiful setting ideal for golfers of all playing abilities. Greendale Golf Course fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-971-6170 6700 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, 22310 Greendale Golf Course is an 18-hole regulation course featuring 148 acres of rolling terrain. Herndon Centennial Golf Course herndongolf.com 703-471-5769 909 Ferndale Ave., Herndon, 20171 A premier public golf course with 18 beautifully landscaped holes, driving range and practice greens. Jefferson District Golf Course fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-573-0444 7900 Lee Hwy., Falls Church, 22042 A nine-hole executive course featuring gently rolling playing surfaces. Great for walking. Laurel Hill Golf Club fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-493-8849 8701 Laurel Crest Dr., Lorton, 22079 Host of the 88th Annual U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship — described as "one-of-a-kind" and "visually stunning." Oak Marr Golf Course fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-255-5390 3200 Jermantown Rd., Oakton, 22124 One of the finest teaching facilities, and the largest lighted short game practice areas in Northern Virginia. Penderbrook Golf Course penderbrookgolf.com 703-385-3700 3700 Golf Trail Ln., Fairfax, 22033 The most challenging holes in the Northern Virginia area. This 18-hole, par-71 course is highly regarded. Pinecrest Golf Course fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-941-1061 6600 Little River Tpke., Alexandria, 22312 Pinecrest Golf Course is a par- 35, nine-hole executive course measuring 2,462 yards. Pleasant Valley Golfer's Club at Richard Jones Park pleasantvalleygc.com 703-222-7900 4715 Pleasant Valley Rd., Chantilly, 20151 An upscale, semiprivate 18-hole course and driving range in a natural layout. Pohick Bay Regional Park Golf Course pohickbaygolf.com 703-339-8585 10301 Gunston Rd., Lorton, 22079 One of the area's most challenging and scenic courses has a practice facility and driving range. Reston National Golf Course restonnationalgc.com 703-620-9333 11875 Sunrise Valley Dr., Reston, 20191 Located in the heart of Reston and home to Nike's Golf Learning Center, this course is among the area's favorites. Topgolf topgolf.com/us/alexandria/ 703-924-2600 6625 S. Van Dorn St., Alexandria, 22315 Family fun and entertainment for golf lovers, featuring a unique take on a driving range. Twin Lakes Golf Course fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-631-9099 6201 Union Mill Rd., Clifton, 20124 One of the Mid-Atlantic's 100 "mustplay" courses. A premier 36-hole public facility offering two golfing experiences. Westfields Golf Club westfieldsgolf.com 703-631-3330 13940 Balmoral Greens Ave., Clifton, 20124 Carved into the natural landscape, this Fred Couples-designed course is a challenging experience for all golfers. HISTORIC SITES Dranesville Tavern fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/hprs/dranesville.htm 703-827-0269 11919 Leesburg Pk., Dranesville, 22066 A National Historic Landmark and one of the finest roadside inns of its era, once a popular place for travelers. Historic Fairfax County Courthouse fairfaxcounty.gov/library/branches/vr/courthouse 4000 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax, 22030 A county courthouse for more than 258 years, this historical building is located in the heart of Fairfax City. . Freeman House Museum historicviennainc.org 703-938-5187 131 Church St., NE, Vienna, 22182 Built in 1859, this Virginia Historic Landmark was used as a makeshift hospital during the Civil War. It now serves as a museum. . Gum Springs Historical Society and Museum gumspringsmuseum.blogspot.com 703-375-9825 8100 Fordson Rd., Alexandria, 22306 Preserves the heritage, culture, artifacts and traditions of the Gum Springs community. Pohick Episcopal Church pohick.org 703-339-6572 9301 Richmond Hwy., Lorton, 22079 The church once attended by George Washington and George Mason. Tours available by appointment. PARKS AND RECREATION Bull Run Regional Park nvrpa.org 703-631-0550 7700 Bull Run Dr., Centreville, 20121 Spacious fields accommodate groups for picnics and camping, while trails offer miles of hiking and solitude. Burke Lake Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-323-6600 7315 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station, 22039 A 218-acre lakefront park with fishing, boating and other recreational activities. Clemyjontri Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-388-2807 6317 Georgetown Pk., McLean, 22101 A playground where every child is welcome. The park features a unique playground where children of all abilities can play side-by-side. Ellanor C. Lawrence Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-631-0013 5040 Walney Rd., Chantilly, 20151 This 650-acre park offers visitors the opportunity to bird watch, hike, exercise or just relax. Fountainhead Regional Park nvrpa.org 703-250-9124 10875 Hampton Rd., Fairfax Station, 22039 Fountainhead Park offers commanding views of the Occoquan and great fishing, as well as boating, mountain biking and mini-golf. Great Falls Park nps.gov/grfa 703-285-2965 9200 Old Dominion Dr., Great Falls, 22102 A beautiful 800-acre park run by the National Park Service offering peaceful hikes and breathtaking waterfall views. Green Spring Gardens and Horticultural Center greenspring.org 703-642-5173 4603 Green Spring Rd., Annandale, 22312 A beautiful 27-acre park with demonstration gardens and interactive educational programs. Huntley Meadows Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-768-2525 3701 Lockheed Blvd., Alexandria, 22306 More than 1,500 acres that harbor a historic house, majestic forests, wildflower-speckled meadows and vast wetlands bursting with life. Lake Accotink fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-569-0285 7500 Accotink Park Rd., Springfield, 22150 493 acres include a 55-acre lake, wetlands and streams offering unique views of waterfowl and marsh life. Lake Fairfax Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-471-5415 1400 Lake Fairfax Dr., Reston, 20190 476 acres include an 18-acre lake, The Water Mine (an outdoor swimming park) and campgrounds. Mason Neck State Park & Wildlife Refuge dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks 703-339-2385 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton, 22079 Located on a peninsula formed by Pohick Bay, Belmont Bay and the Potomac River, the area attracts several species of birds. Meadowlark Botanical Gardens nvrpa.org 703-255-3631 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct., Vienna, 22182 Picturesque 95-acre treasure with gardens, flowers, and trees — features the only public Korean Bell Garden in the Western Hemisphere. Occoquan Regional Park nvrpa.org 703-690-2121 9751 Ox Rd., Lorton, 22079 This 400-acre park is scenically located on the Occoquan River across from the Town of Occoquan. Pohick Bay Regional Park nvrpa.org 703-339-6104 6501 Pohick Bay Dr., Lorton, 22079 Pohick Bay is a water-oriented park offering canoes, kayaks and paddle boats. Camping is available. Riverbend Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-759-9018 8700 Potomac Hills St., Great Falls, 22066 Over 400 acres of forest, meadows, and ponds with spectacular river views, boating opportunities, beautiful wildflowers and wildlife. Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park nvrpa.org 703-729-0596 21293 Smiths Switch Rd., Ashburn, 21047 The "skinniest park in Virginia," this 45-mile historic trail is great for biking, running and horseback riding.
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