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The history of Fredericksburg spans from the time of the early settlers to the present day, when we have preserved the authenticity of this city to share with the world. Check out the sites, museums, and tours that you can partake in to experience the history of Fredericksburg.

statue of George Washington in front of American Flag

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary by Walking in George Washington’s Footsteps

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, now is the ideal time to rediscover the legacy of George Washington and gain a deeper understanding of this important Founding Father. From his birthplace in the Northern Neck, to his boyho …

Ferry Farm house

Washington & Family

Boy and girl in Colonial-era costumes in front of Rising Sun Tavern

Colonial & Revolutionary

Couple standing near Civil War canon

Freedom Riders historic marker

African American

Neon sign outside of Goolricks

19th/20th Century

bottles of whiskey from A. Smith Bowman Distillery

A. Smith Bowman Distillery

540-373-4555

1 Bowman Drive, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408

African American Heritage Trail

African American Heritage Trail

540-507-7090

7565 Courthouse Rd, Spotsylvania, Virginia 22551

Free Alley

African American History of Fredericksburg

540-373-1776

601 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401, USA

cannon on civil war battlefield image by buddy secor

Battlefield Tours of Virginia

540-310-8162

people walking down an brick path

Bricks an’ Boards in the ‘Burg

540-809-3918

P.O. Box 3882, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22402

items from the archives at the Central Rappahannock Heritage Center

Central Rappahannock Heritage Center

540-373-3704

900 Barton St. #111, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401

Chancellorsville Battlefield

Chancellorsville Battlefield and Visitor Center

540-372-3031

9001 Plank Road, Spotsylvania, Virginia 22553

tulips in bloom at Chatham Manor

Chatham Manor

540-372-3031

120 Chatham Lane, Falmouth, Virginia 22405

Ellwood

Ellwood

540-786-2880

36380 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove, Virginia 22508

Fielding Lewis Store

Fielding Lewis Store

540-371-4504

1200 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401, USA

canon on hilltop

Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park

540-372-3031

Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania, Virignia

entrance to Fredericksburg Area Museum

Fredericksburg Area Museum

540-371-3037

907 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401

Kirkland monument in the Fredericksburg Battlefield

Fredericksburg Battlefield and Visitor Center

540-372-3031

1013 Lafayette Boulevard, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401

Fredericksburg Civil Rights Trail

Fredericksburg Civil Rights Trail

540-373-1776

601 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, USA

Fredericksburg Confederate Cemetery

Fredericksburg Confederate Cemetery

540-373-6240

1100 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401

model-a car parked on a street. Car is black and there is wood framing around seating cab

Fredericksburg Model-A Car Tours

989-239-9160

620 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, USA

Trolley Tours of Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg Trolley

540-898-0737

**601 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401, USA

Gari Melchers studio

Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont

540-654-1015

224 Washington Street, Falmouth, Virginia 22405

Hugh Mercer Monument

General Hugh Mercer Monument

Washington Avenue at Fauquier Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401

A young George Washington walking towards Ferry Farm

George Washington’s Boyhood Home at Ferry Farm

540-370-0732

268 Kings Highway, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22405

Hallowed Ground Tours

Hallowed Ground Tours

540-809-3918

PO Box 3882, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22402

Helmet & Goggles Biplane

Helmet & Goggles Biplane Rides

540-226-4312

3380 Shannon Airport Circle, Fredericksburg, VA, USA

Tulips in the spring in front of Historic Kenmore

Historic Kenmore

540-370-0732

1201 Washington Ave, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401

History Walks FXBG

540-624-8280

601 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, USA

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