CONNECT WITH WHAT'S NEW The National Museum of the United States Army The Army Museum has broken ground! In late 2016 a ground-breaking ceremony was held at Fort Belvoir to mark the location of the long-awaited National Museum of the U.S. Army. The museum will be a national landmark to honor America’s soldiers, preserve the service’s history, educate visitors and serve as a dedicated and central spot for soldiers, veterans and their families to reflect and commemorate the shared experience of the Army community. The museum is expected to open in 2019. Capital Bikeshare GETTING AROUND Capital Bikeshare This revolutionary bikesharing system has arrived in Fairfax County as Tysons and Reston have added a total of 30 new stations with more than 220 bikes for 2017. To use the bikes, you just sign up for a membership, get your key, then use the bikes found at the stations whenever you want. MILESTONES 75th Anniversary of WWII December 2016 marked the 75th Anniversary of the United States entering into WWII. For the next four years, area museums and attractions will conduct special programs and exhibits that touch on the local impact the war had on our citizens, and the nation as a whole. Connect with Us! Follow Fairfax County to stay up-to-date on the latest attractions and events. facebook.com/visitfairfaxva twitter.com/visitfairfax pinterest.com/visitfairfax youtube.com/visitfairfax instagram.com/visitfairfax Share your photos and posts with #FXVA Fairfax County’s 275th Anniversary Native Americans, founding fathers, soldiers, slaves, and citizens all make up the fascinating history of Fairfax County, a history that closely mirrors the history of the United States of America. In June 2017, the county celebrates this history with an all-day celebration surrounding the courthouse complex that once housed George Washington’s will. 10 www.fxva.com
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