Chancellorsville Battlefield
1863Robert E. Lee's greatest tactical victory, where Stonewall Jackson was mortally wounded by his own men.
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Everything Fredericksburg is known for
Fredericksburg, Virginia, located between Washington, D.C. and Richmond, has a notable connection to music, both through artists who call it home and songs that reference the city. Folk artists Jack Rose and Daniel Bachman, along with Americana musician Keller Williams, are among those who hail from Fredericksburg. The city is also mentioned in a diverse collection of songs, including "Supermarine" by Hans Zimmer and "Hurt" by Johnny Cash.
The city's musical presence is further highlighted by events like "Music on the Steps," a free concert series held annually, and "Downtown Sounds" at the Fredericksburg Area Museum. These events showcase a variety of genres and contribute to the local music scene.
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Fredericksburg.
Robert E. Lee's greatest tactical victory, where Stonewall Jackson was mortally wounded by his own men.
32 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Imagine the lives changed forever on this very stone, where enslaved people were once sold. This is the site of the former Slave Auction Block in Fredericksburg. For decades, enslaved people were brought here to be…
Imagine crafting laws in a tiny office that would one day shape a nation. That's exactly what James Monroe did right here in Fredericksburg. Between 1786 and 1789, a young James Monroe, not yet president, practiced law…
Pull over here! This is the Rising Sun Tavern, once owned by Charles Washington, George Washington's brother, and it offers a fascinating peek into colonial life. Charles Washington built this place around 1760 as his…
Pull over here, you're about to see a house that hosted some serious Founding Father power players. This is Kenmore, the home of Fielding and Elizabeth Washington Lewis. Fielding was George Washington’s cousin, and…
Step back in time to a world of leeches and questionable cures at the Hugh Mercer Apothecary! This unassuming building was once the practice of a Scottish doctor with a fascinating story. Hugh Mercer, a physician, fled…
Strategically located between Washington D.C. and Richmond, Fredericksburg played a key role in the Civil War. Fredericksburg witnessed a major battle in December 1862. Union forces, attempting to cross the Rappahannock…
If these walls could talk, oh the stories they'd tell! Brompton, originally the Marye House, witnessed some of the Civil War's most brutal fighting right here on Marye's Heights.Built in 1838 by John Lawrence Marye,…
Right here, you're near the site of one of the Civil War's most devastating Union defeats: the Battle of Fredericksburg. In 1862, Union General Ambrose Burnside marched his Army of the Potomac toward Fredericksburg,…
Imagine young George Washington, not yet a general or president, running around right here at Ferry Farm. This is where he spent much of his childhood, shaping the man he would become. George's family moved here in…
Imagine this quiet Virginia countryside echoing with the roar of cannons and the cries of soldiers. This is Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park, where four major Civil War battles unfolded, leaving an…
This unassuming house was once home to a man who dared to challenge the status quo. Moncure Conway, born here in 1832, grew up surrounded by slavery, but he became a passionate abolitionist. Conway, a minister and…
This unassuming spot was once a vital center of faith for the growing town of Falmouth. For nearly a century, it served as a place of worship and community for early settlers. In 1733, an Anglican church was built here.…
Pull over for a minute - you're about to see the world of a famous American artist! This is Belmont, the home and studio of Gari Melchers. Melchers, a hugely popular artist, lived and worked here from 1916 until he died…
Imagine carving a town out of wilderness. That's essentially what the Thornton family did, right here at Fall Hill. Francis Thornton I secured an 8,000-acre land patent around 1720. This massive tract included the very…
Stand here, and you're standing on the remains of a crucial Civil War defense line, built to protect vital Union supplies. In early 1863, the Union army ordered the construction of a series of fortifications to guard…
Imagine a time before highways, when rivers were the lifeblood of commerce. That's the story of the Rapidan Dam Canal, built to conquer the Rappahannock River's wild rapids. In the 18th and 19th centuries, sturdy…
Imagine this quiet landscape erupting in gunfire and chaos – this is Spotsylvania, where Union and Confederate armies clashed in a brutal stalemate. In May of 1864, after the Wilderness, Grant's Union forces aimed to…
Robert E. Lee's greatest tactical victory, where Stonewall Jackson was mortally wounded by his own men.
Imagine the chaos and smoke of battle right here, where Confederate General Robert E. Lee won a stunning victory at Chancellorsville, but at a devastating cost. In late April and early May of 1863, Lee, despite being…
Imagine the White House and Capitol Building being built right here! This unassuming island was vital to creating some of the most iconic structures in the nation's capital. From 1791 to 1894, the Public Quarry at…
Get ready to glimpse a ghost fleet! Mallows Bay is home to the largest collection of shipwrecks in the Western Hemisphere. During World War I, the U.S. government commissioned hundreds of ships to be built to support…
Stop here for a moment and imagine this tranquil landscape consumed by smoke and the roar of battle. This is the Wilderness, where Union and Confederate forces clashed in a brutal stalemate. In 1864, General Grant,…
You're approaching Quantico, a name synonymous with Marine Corps excellence. This base has been a vital training hub since 1917. Initially established to prepare Marines for World War I, Quantico quickly became the…
Imagine standing here centuries ago, amidst a bustling plantation, at what is now known as Millbank. This land, continuously occupied since 1669, whispers tales of colonial life and agricultural endeavors. The Millbank…
Pull over for a second; you're driving past the birthplace of a president! This is Belle Grove, where James Madison, the fourth President of the United States, first entered the world. Madison was born here on March 16…
Imagine a group of German miners, far from home, starting a new life right here. This is Germanna, a settlement founded in the early 1700s by Lieutenant Governor Alexander Spotswood. Spotswood needed skilled labor to…
Port Royal, Virginia, once a bustling tobacco port, whispers tales of fortunes made and historical figures passing through. This district, with its preserved buildings, offers a glimpse into that era. Port Royal…
Pull over here for a second and imagine a different world, because right here stands the Old Mansion, built way back in 1741! Originally called 'The Bowling Green' by the Hoomes family, this was the heart of their…
Feast your eyes on Camden, a stunning Italian villa that proves even rural Virginia could boast world-class architecture. Built just before the Civil War, it's considered one of the finest examples of Italianate country…
Ever hear the story of George Washington chopping down a cherry tree? You can thank the man who once lived right here for that tall tale! Parson Weems, a clergyman and bookseller, lived in this house for a time. Weems…
Hidden within Prince William Forest Park lies a silent testament to a once-booming industry: the Cabin Branch Pyrite Mine. For three decades, this spot buzzed with activity, extracting a mineral vital to the nation's…
Ever wonder what it was like to travel before interstates? This spot in Dumfries, Virginia, was once home to the Old Hotel, also known as Williams Ordinary and Love's Tavern, a vital stop for weary travelers. Built…