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Introduction to Fredericksburg, Virginia
Fredericksburg, Virginia is 25 miles SW of Dale City, Virginia (center to center) and 48 miles SW of Washington, District of Columbia. The city is in the Washington area. There are 19,279 residents in Fredericksburg.
Fredericksburg History
The city was founded on land which was part of a tract patented in 1671. The community was named in honor of Frederick, the Prince of Wales and father of George III. In 1807, an overturned candle started a fire that ended up destroying half the town. In 1862, the Union forces suffered one of their greatest defeats here, in the Battle of Fredericksburg. The area was incorporated as a town in the year 1781. Fredericksburg was later chartered as an independent city in 1879.
Fredericksburg and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Fredericksburg
The city of Fredericksburg provides easy access to a number of historic sites and museums nearby. Among these are the George Washington Masonic Museum, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park, Fredericksburg Area Museum, James Monroe Museum, and National Bank Museum. The city’s numerous parks and the Shannon Green Golf Course provide opportunities to participate in a variety of sports. The Twin Lakes, Hazel Run, Golin Run, and Fall Quarry Run are some of the stunning lakes and streams worth visiting. In addition, there are several shopping centers that offer amazing deals. Fredericksburg also hosts annual celebrations including the Art Festival, Fredericksburg Pow-Wow, Greek Festival, Mayfest, Music Festival, Oktoberfest, RiverFest, Shakespeare Festival, and Welsh Festival.
Fredericksburg Transportation
Washington Dulles International is the nearest airport.
Fredericksburg Higher Education
Mary Washington College, Strayer University-Fredericksburg Campus, and Fredericksburg Bible Institute are the local institutes of higher education. Other institutes nearby include the College of Southern Maryland and George Mason University.
Fredericksburg strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Virginia):
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| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 9% |  |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 17% | |
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