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Pink Shop! (The)
The Pink Shop and Very Virginia is a must-stop experience when we visit old-town Leesburg. It is the perfect place to get fun, light-hearted or Virginia-themed gifts. I also love visiting with the store's owner, who is always so helpful, friendly, and happy. Thanks for always providing such a great experience!
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Tarara Winery
Visited for the first time in Jan. 09 and definitely will be going back to enjoy all the amenities they offer during the summer months. Knowledgeable and friendly staff and a fine selection of great wines.
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Virginia Wine Adventures
The most fun we've had all year! Virginia Wine Adventures offered exactly what we were looking for in a tour. Their website provided all the details we needed, and the tour was reasonably priced and easy to book. Our guide was professional and fun, and let us sit back and enjoy the day while he took care of all the details and the driving. We will do it again!
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Discover the charm.
Stroll through Leesburg's historic district and you'll discover quaint shops situated in stately buildings. Home furnishings and fashion clothing stores, art and antique galleries, gourmet food and wine boutiques, and more are waiting to be explored. Nearby is the Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets, featuring over 110 outlet stores including Restoration Hardware Furniture and Burberry. Originally known as "George Town," in honor of King George II, the town became Leesburg, named for the influential Lee family of Virginia, in 1758. It was here that Colonial farmers and city dwellers gathered during court sessions to discuss taxes and the King.
Visitors wishing to learn more about the town's and county's history can visit the Loudoun Museum. Dodona Manor, the home of General George C. Marshall, who served as the U.S. Army Chief of Staff and Secretary of State, is here as well. Nearby, the area's only Civil War engagement can be explored at Balls Bluff Battlefield Regional Park, which includes interpretive markers, wooded trails, and guided history tours on seasonal weekends.
Two historic estates are located nearby. Oatlands Plantation is a 330-acre property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and offers tours of the mansion in addition to tours of the formal 4-acre garden. Historic Morven Park is the former home of Virginia Governor Westmoreland Davis and also features the Winmill Carriage Collection. The Thomas Balch Library houses a wealth of genealogy information and Loudoun history.
To explore the history and architecture of the town, pick up a copy of "Exploring Leesburg: Guide to History and Architecture," a self-guided walking tour booklet at the Loudoun County Visitors Center or at the Loudoun Museum.
Popular Leesburg events include the festive Leesburg’s First Friday, the first Friday evening of every month except January, when the many art galleries, antique shops, and specialty stores in the historic district extend their evening hours. During the Flower & Garden Festival in April the streets are transformed into a botanical paradise. Vendors offer award-winning landscape displays with designers on hand, fresh cut flowers, trees and shrubs, garden sculptures, arts and crafts, fountain displays, and much more.
Visitors can savor a "taste" of Loudoun in Leesburg, at one of many fine and casual restaurants including the Leesburg Restaurant, a local favorite diner, to finer dining featuring fresh local produce including Tuscarora Mill and Lightfoot.
Town of Leesburg
25 West Market Street
Leesburg, VA 20178
703-777-2420
www.leesburgva.gov
Upcoming Events in Leesburg
Fri, Mar 05, 2010 - Sun, Apr 04, 2010Harry & David Sends Snacks to the Troops - The Harry & David outlet store located at Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets has partnered with the...
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Loudoun Symphony presents Masterworks - Maestro McCoy celebrates great classics as well as the work of a successful contemporary composer in...
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Winter Soup Weekend & Live Music by David Davol - Join us for an afternoon of live entertainment and food in our cozy Tuscan-style tasting room. Relax...
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