The University of Mary Washington and the City of Fredericksburg unveiled five new Fredericksburg Civil Rights Wayside Panels installed on campus, on Tuesday, July 16.
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Highway marker unveiled honoring John Washington
A new historic highway marker honoring John Washington was unveiled Wednesday in front of the building where he used to live in downtown Fredericksburg.
Women Inspiring Women Leaders
This week’s Diverse City feature is Women Inspiring Women Leaders – American Business Women’s Association.
UMW ranked as leading public liberal arts college
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2023 list of “Best Colleges,” which details what University of Mary Washington students and alumni already knew: UMW is one of the top liberal arts schools in the nation.
UMW earns two leading college rankings
The University of Mary Washington has earned rankings in recent editions of Washington Monthly and The Princeton Review.
Visit FXBG historic sites with the XPass
With the new XPasses available for purchase at the Fredericksburg Visitor Center (706 Caroline Street), you can visit many of the area’s historic sites all for one price.
Take the Washington Avenue walking tour
The Fredericksburg Visitor Center is offering a newly revised, self-guided walking tour of the Historic Washington Avenue District.
A walk in the woods at Motts Run Reservoir Trail
The Fredericksburg area is filled with trails of all sizes, including the beautiful and beginner-friendly Motts Run Reservoir Trail.
In search of the FXBG otters
A challenge for both residents and visitors, the Otter-ly Amazing Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Fredericksburg opens the search for seven bronze otter sculptures.
Hopping the Train to FXBG
Whether riding Amtrak or Virginia Railway Express, taking the train to Fredericksburg is accessible and affordable.
Scan & Love Promotion receives Merit Award
Fredericksburg VA Main Street Inc. received a 2021 Virginia Main Street Merit Award for Best Downtown Business Promotion for its Scan & LOVE promotion.
Riverfront Park to be Fredericksburg’s first ‘Smart Park’
The City of Fredericksburg is proud to announce a partnership with the Center for Innovative Technology (CIT) for a “smart” Riverfront Park.