Amazing piece of colonial history where George Washington's mother lived. This is a must see site…read moreamong many in Fredericksburg.

We stopped by Fredericksburg on our drive. Super cute town. We went by the Mary Washington House…read moreand walked the grounds. A few people were outside and one lady gave us a lot of history on the house and area. I would definitely come back to do a whole tour!

Great historical marker, in its actual setting!…read more Come debate and talk about US history! Great - and accurate in its place at the intersection of William Street - historical resource for all ages, all races, all creeds, all walks of life, all genders, all peoples! An absolute must to understand America in its 'en plein air' scenery. This is where the town of Fredericksburg sold pigs, wheat, rice, white indentured servants and shoes. Since almost all of Fredericksburg was blasted to rubble in the Civil War, this one monument still stands the test of time: not in a dustbin museum showcase, where nobody cares that an item wastes away, but in real life! Erasing history, spells ruin for future posterity. Walk with people who make America, America!! We are our Past. The Rebel review: 5 stars

Sadly another important piece of history not around anymore. Removing historical monuments doesn't…read moretake from our history.would love to know where it went?!

Yes its just a large tower on the other side of the tracks with the Purina logo on the side.... but…read moreyou can see it at many points throughout the city. While I wasn't alive when it served it's original purpose I do enjoy its cool look and vintage feel. Me~

We were treated to a private tour of the home and grounds, purely by luck, and the glimpse into…read morewhat took place at that home during both the Revolutionary and Civil was was astounding. One of the most remarkable preservations was the carefully sculpted plaster ceiling whose delicate features had survived since 1775 despite cannon fire tearing a hole in the wall! I won't delve into the details that our guide recalled with not only amazing retention but with showmanship, however, the historical significance was worth the trip. Definitely worth the price of admission (I think it was around $12) and your time during a trip to historic Fredericksburg.

Tony and I spent the night in Fredericksburg MD in hopes of being able to get into some of these…read morelovely historic sites But many of them were closed due to Covid-19 This Plantation home was the house of Fielding Lewis and his wife Betty Washington, the sister of George Washington. Their mother, Mary Washington is buried very close to her home. The Plantation grounds were closed but we were able to see the house and outer buildings from the gate. We are planning another trip back in the late spring

Tony and I was enjoying tremendously all the old historic buildings and houses in Fredericksburg VA…read morethis past weekend. We visited quite a few and definitely will be coming back to the area in season and less Covid-19 active meanwhile we will continue you our version of social distancing by traveling during off season and viewing many from the sidewalk or the warmth of our car The Historical John Lewis Store was built in 1749 as a General Store for his son Fielding Lewis to run and operate. Fielding Lewis owned the Plantation Kenmore that stood near by. Building is gorgeous and seems to be quite sound highly recommend you checking it out

I bought the pass for 12 museums and this might have been my favorite out of all of them. So…read moreinteresting to learn what herbs and medicines were used...some of them effective, and some of them way off the mark for different ailments. We were allowed to smell some of the concoctions. Some of the 'medicines' of this time would still work today as many were based on herbs and plants. The people who do the tours dress in historic costume and stay in character for the tour and they do such an excellent job. Honestly, they were so full of interesting stories, that if I was ever back in Fredericksburg, I would take the tour again!

Such a cool tour!! Very much worth it. Two different rooms and a whole upstairs and don't skip the…read moregarden!

Great way to explore some history, Jack is amazing, if you have a chance to chat with him he is a…read morewealth of information.

Great historic find in fredricksburg! The owner was very friendly and happily shared so much…read morehistory about the surrounding battles and the history of the warehouse. He took us on a free tour of the warehouse and showing the damage from cannons. Worth a stop if you're visiting the area.

Otters, otters, at this beautiful visitors center in Fredericksburg! I walked in to see the shop…read moreand get some souvenirs. It had magnets, postcards, otter books and stuffies. The staff were nice. The bathroom was clean. They had lots of history information. There was quite the crowd inside . I got a few brochures to guide us. I love this Fredericksburg Visitors Center located downtown near the Sophia Street Parking Garage. It was cool!

The visitor center was at an easy to find location with clean restrooms, attractions information, a…read moresmall video theater, and pleasant staff. We came here for a restroom break, watched the video on Fredricksburg, and picked up some maps and free magazines. I purchased some postcards here and plan to come back here for the trolley tour that starts there in the future .

Chatham Manor is the kind of place that makes you slow your steps without realizing it--because it…read morefeels important. Built in the 1760s, this isn't just a historic home; it's a front-row seat to centuries of American history layered in one breathtaking setting. From its elegant Georgian architecture to the sweeping view of the Rappahannock River, everything about Chatham feels intentional, enduring, and quietly powerful. During the Civil War, this estate became Union headquarters after Fredericksburg and was transformed into one of the largest field hospitals of the war. Standing on the lawn, it's impossible not to imagine rows of tents and wounded soldiers stretching toward the river. Inside the house, history echoes--Clara Barton moved through these rooms tending the injured, Dr. Mary Walker broke barriers here with her fearless medical service, and Walt Whitman visited, absorbing the human cost of war that would later shape his writing. Few places can claim that kind of convergence of compassion, intellect, and resolve. What makes Chatham extraordinary is how alive it feels. This isn't a rope-and-glass museum experience. It's immersive, thoughtful, and deeply moving without being heavy-handed. The house, the grounds, the views--everything works together to remind you that pivotal moments didn't happen in textbooks; they happened in real rooms, with real people, making impossible decisions. Chatham Manor is beautiful, haunting, and awe-inspiring in the truest sense. If you love history that gives you goosebumps and leaves you thinking long after you leave, this place deserves a spot at the top of your list.

This is one of my favorite "hidden gems" in Fredericksburg. It's part of Fredericksburg National…read moreBattlefield Park and there is an informative display and film inside the manor house if you're interested in the history of the property. The standouts for me though are the gorgeous formal gardens and the amazing views across the river to historic old town Fredericksburg. There is no bad time to visit but early spring for cherry blossoms, daffodils, tulips and dogwoods and late spring for Iris and peonies (and the early roses) are my favorite times to visit. Parking is free, the gardens are free and the museum is a suggested donation.