Founded in 1868 as an institute of higher learning for newly freed people, Hampton University has grown into one of the nation’s top-ranked colleges and universities. This prestigious institution, overlooking the Hampton River, is the site of six National Historic Landmarks, including Emancipation Oak, where President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation was first read to the residents of Hampton. Other points of interest include the Hampton University Museum, the Booker T. Washington Memorial Garden and Statue and the William R. And Norma B. Harvey Library, which features a powerful mural by Dr. John Biggers.

In the 7,000 to 12,999-seat category, the Hampton Coliseum is one of two arenas in the Hampton Roads area. From the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus to an evening with James Taylor, the venue offers an impressive year-round entertainment roster and is the setting for the nationally renowned Hampton Jazz Festival, held each June. A two-time recipient of Performance magazine’s “Arena of the Year” award, the Hampton Coliseum was recognized with a “Prime Site” award in 1994 by Agent and Manager FACILITIES magazine, ranking it with such award-winning entertainment venues as Madison Square Gardens, Meadowlands Arena and Radio City Music Hall. Its spacious interior offers 84,827 square feet of unobstructed space that can be arranged to accommodate everything from sporting events like Monster Jam and PBR, to family shows like Disney on Ice and Jurassic World Live Tour.

“Woooow!” That’s a common statement from visitors when they enter the National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. Located near the end of Washington Dulles International Airport’s runways, the Udvar-Hazy Center is a must-see destination in the region.The museum’s massive exhibit spaces make it easy to social distance, while taking in some pretty amazing sites. The Boeing Aviation Hangar has nearly 200 aircraft on display, including an Air France Concorde, the last remaining World War I-era Sopwith Camel that was built by the Sopwith Company, the largest collections of Japanese and German World War II aircraft in the world, helicopters, commercial and private airplanes, and more. Any “space geek” that steps into the McDonnell Space Hangar will feel like a kid in a candy store when they get up close to the Center’s collection of space artifacts, including Space Shuttle “Discovery,” the Apollo 11 Mobile Quarantine Facility, space suits, rockets, satellites, and space toys (just to mention a few things).The Museum also has a restoration hangar with an overlook for watching the conservation work underway on a number of artifacts, including the B-26 Marauder “Flak Bait,” which flew more missions than any other American plane during World War II.New: The Museum now has a full-service Shake Shack (the first in a museum), offering burgers, chicken sandwiches, crispy fries, shakes and more. A self-serve “quick picks” station is available, featuring sandwiches, salads, fruit, and snacks.The Museum is open daily from 10:00 am – 5:30 pm. Admission is free. Parking is $15/car for vehicles entering prior to 4:00 pm. Public transportation is available via Fairfax Connector’s 983 bus. The National Air and Space Museum’s flagship location in Washington, DC, is currently closed for renovation. Half of the building, including the first eight of its all new galleries and a newly renovated planetarium are open. Free, timed-entry passes are required and may be reserved at airandspace.si.edu

Out of the Bubble bakery is always dairy free, always nut free, vegan friendly with gluten-free options! We have developed amazing recipes that use primarily organic ingredients to craft delectable desserts. Our motto is to provide beautiful desserts that everyone can enjoy for a worry-free celebration. Check out our menu to see our specialty allergy-friendly cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. We can accommodate a wide range allergies and special diets including dairy free, egg free, nut free, soy-free, vegan, artificial dye free, gluten free, and wheat free.

Ultra-comforting housemade biscuits baked fresh and dressed up with all the best fixins! It has been quite the journey, and we are thrilled to announce that we’re officially open in Falls Church! Come on down to our fast-casual joint and enjoy warm bundles of goodness stuffed with savory fillings like slow-roasted pulled pork or sausage & gravy. Our dessert biscuits hit the spot with delicious southern fried apples and decadent strawberries and cream.

Social Burger isn’t your average fast food place. Not hardly. We’re a local and family owned business – not a franchise. We also bring a culinary background that translates to uniquely delicious menu items. We wanted to create a place where our neighbors would love the food and would feel welcome. We also wanted to ensure that it’s affordable, and be true partners in the Vienna community. Stop in today and taste the difference in gourmet grub!

Founded in 1974 in an old munitions plant, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is home to the largest number of publicly accessible working artist studios in the U.S. The organization’s mission is to foster connections between artists and the public that ignite the creative spirit.

Just south of Washington, D.C., the Torpedo Factory Art Center overlooks the Potomac River in the Old Town section of Alexandria, Va. Each year, more than a half million national and international visitors meet and interact with more than 160 resident artists in 82 working studios and six galleries. The Torpedo Factory Art Center is also home to The Art League School and the Alexandria Archaeology Museum.

For more information visit torpedofactory.org or follow the Torpedo Factory Art Center on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest via @torpedofactory.

This 45 mile long paved trail runs from Shirlington, VA to Purcellville, VA. Once a railroad line, the Washington and Old Dominion Trail (W&OD) now provides a safe place for people to walk, skate, and bike. Equestrians can also enjoy the 32 mile gravel trail adjacent to the main W&OD trail. Also featured along the trail are several fitness stations and benches for people to rest and work-out.

The Workhouse Arts Center is a massive adaptive reuse project which re-purposes the former Lorton Prison into a remarkable arts center providing 300 performances, 100 visual arts exhibitions in 12 gallery spaces, 800 classes in visual arts, performing arts, culinary, and Art of Movement, and supports the art and studios of 85 professional artists. The Workhouse also provides several large-scale community events including Workhouse Brewfest, Workhouse Fireworks, and an annual Haunted Trail. Come visit the Workhouse on the Second Saturday of each month from 6-9 p.m. to talk with our remarkable artists in their studios, have a little wine and cheese, and during the summer months hear a free concert in our Rizer Pavilion. Then don’t forget to visit our new Lucy Burns Museum honoring 91 years of Prison History and the story of the imprisonment of the suffragists at the Workhouse.

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