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.
The Virginia Military Institute Museum
By Mary Price The newly renovated VMI Museum may be the only place in the world where a kangaroo keeps watch over a stuffed horse. Inside VMI�s Jackson Memorial Hall, the kangaroo�in actuality, a suit once worn by cadets portraying the school�s…
Boxerwood Gardens
In today�s world of multitasking, Boxerwood Gardens is a natural embodiment of the concept. This garden could be labeled a horticultural treasure, an arboretum, a nature center, a birding and wildlife sanctuary, or just a great place to be. Located…
Nature’s Showcase: The Blue Ridge Parkway Gives Access To The Area’s Beauty
What is the most-visited area of the National Park System? Yellowstone... the Grand Canyon... Yosemite? The Blue Ridge Parkway has more visitors annually than any of these well-known parks, according to the Blue Ridge Parkway Association. It estimates…
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,…
