Alum Springs Park
Greenbriar Dr.
Fredericksburg
540-372-1086
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Established 1969, this park withinthe
City limits is worth the visit. Nestled away behind several apartment complexes
and along several busy roads, hides this paradise. The park is noted for
its scenic spring feed stream and its rock formations. More
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Aquia
Creek Landing
Stafford
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Confederates began fortifying this
spot soon after Virginia seceded. Shore batteries dueled with Union navy
here early in war, Grant used as supply base in 1864. |
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Ferry
Farm
1 mi. east of Fredericksburg, State
Route 3
Stafford
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Ferry Farm was the boyhood home of George
Washington. This is the home where he threw the fabled penny across
the River and chopped down the cherry tree. While neither are believed to be true
according to documentation it was nonetheless his home. You won’t
find much of the original home and outbuildings in existence, however,
it is still a wonderful place to visit as you’ll get to view an archeological
dig site and view the believed locations of where some of the buildings
once stood. Call for hours and admission prices, 540-373-3381 ext. 28
More information about Ferry Farm can
be found at:
http://www.kenmore.org/farm.html |
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Francis Thornton's Mill
River Rd.
Fredericksburg
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Some time in the early
1700's Francis Thornton, Sr., erected a grist mill on the Rappahannock
River in Fredericksburg it was said that this was Fredericksburg's first
milling enterprise. Much of the foundation of the mill can be seen just
off River Road near the Indian Punch Bowl. |
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Fredericksburg
City Dock
East end of Sophia Street at the Rappahannock
River
Fredericksburg
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The city dock is home to many different
things over the years. The "City of Fredericksburg" Paddle Cruise boat
docks here during the summer months. Directly across the river is Ferry
Farms, where George Washington grew up. The site is where one of the Federal
pontoon bridges was constructed under heavy weapons fire in December 1862.
Today the dock is used as a recreation point for many locals. Fishing is
a favorite past-time off the dock. The dock is free to the general public
and is enjoyed by many. Please be aware that the water currents are strong
in this area of the river. Swimming from the dock is not encouraged. |
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Hobby's School
Stafford
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The Hobby's School is
said to the the school that George Washington received his early education
at, between the ages of seven and eleven. The school was kept by 'Master
Hobby,' nickname of William Grove, who was brought from England by
Augustine Washington, sponsor of his early undertakings. Little has been
documented on this structor. |
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Mary Washington College
College Ave. at William St.
Fredericksburg
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Started in 1908 as a school for
women it later evolved into a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. In
1944 it became affiliated with the University of Virginia as it women’s
undergraduate liberal arts college. In 1972 the college became an
independent state supported institution with its own governing board. Today
a large majority of students live on campus (3000). The college attracts
students from all areas of Virginia as well as other areas of the United
States. |
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Rocky Lane
Caroline St. between Dixion and Princess
Elizabeth
Fredericksburg
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This road is still in existence
but was originally used to off load shipments from the ferries that came
down the Rapphannock River. Once homes started being built along
Caroline St. it was no longer useful. |
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Old Mill District
Caroline St.
Fredericksburg
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The old mill district is
the name given to the section of Fredericksburg where all the mills were
once operated. The area runs down the far North-West end of Caroline Street.
SOme of the old structors and ruins still remain, including the The Spostylvania
Electric Company Plant Building and the water wheel pit of the old Washington
Woolen Mills. More about the old mill district can be gathered at http://www.historypoint.org/columns2.asp?column_id=493&column_type=tour. |
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Old Spotsylvania Jail
Spotsylvania Courthouse
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This white small brick
building is the old jail which was originally built in 1781 and moved brick
by brick to its present location. That original jail was destroyed by fire
around 1853. The current 6 room building (open on selected dates throughout
the year) was built in 1855-6 and was used as the Counties jail until 1949,
when it was condemned. The old jail was also featured as an "Off The Beaten
Path" article
http://www.simplyfredericksburg.com/offpath/spotsyjail.shtml< |
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