Welcome to Lexington, Virginia and Rockbridge County. This may be just what you're looking for to spend a day, a weekend, or a week. There's history, shopping, theater, outdoor life and more in our little corner of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Take a minute to explore our site, to find even more to discover and explore during your stay.
Natural Bridge Zoo
The Natural Bridge Zoo offers the chance to see and learn about animals, particularly a number of threatened and endangered species. What better way to learn than hands on encounters, pictures with Baby Tigers are offered Memorial Day through Labor Day.…
Stonewall Jackson House
The Stonewall Jackson House at 8 East Washington Street in Lexington, just one block west of the Lexington Visitor Center, offers a glimpse into the home life of the famous Confederate General, Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson. An orientation video,…
George C. Marshall Research Library and Museum
Sir Winston Churchill once said of General George Catlett Marshall: "Succeeding generations must not be allowed to forget his achievements and his example." This admonition is well heeded at George C. Marshall Library and Museum, located on the VMI campus…
Lee Chapel
The chapel on the campus of Washington and Lee University was built under the supervision of Robert E. Lee while he was president of the school. The chapel contains the crypt where Lee and his immediate family are interred, and a museum that highlights…