Wonderful library with a lot of resources and very helpful staff. I was glad to see that they had a…read morenew feature called "Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle" run by Friends of the Library. I was able to donate a lot of really nice puzzles from my late father's collection. I know they will be put to good use. They have audio books, DVD movies, magazines, etc. When I have a few extra minutes, I love spending time at this branch. Thank-you.

The library has a good selection of books and audiobooks. They are very quick to get books from…read moreother branches when you request so the wait is never too long. The app is very helpful as well for reserving items, seeing where you are on a waitlist, keeping track of books you read/plan to read, and you can download audiobooks as well which is great for when you are traveling or commuting and not able to bring CDs. The staff is very fast with pulling your reserved books and it makes checking out a breeze.

We were walking around Fredericksburg on our road trip and stopped by the library. Someone told us…read moreit used to be a school house. Very pretty building! Seems like they have a lot of events

This charming library is next to downtown Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg is a great halfway spot to…read moremeet up with my NoVA coworkers or friends. I love all the local businesses nearby. I came to this library after a day spent coworking with a colleague. We had already worked most of the day from a coffee shop and were ready to say our goodbyes. I still needed to get some work done for the day before heading home to Richmond when I found this library on Yelp. I love all the seating options and different rooms in this library. I found a quiet corner with a great desk near an outlet to finish up work for the day. The wifi was strong and I enjoyed all the natural lighting. Although I didn't browse the books, it seemed like they had a lot of variety. I enjoyed taking a peek at their new releases/recommended books at the front. It's a great library to pass some time at.

The lady who handled my passport renewal was fantastic. Courteous, efficient, helpful. She…read moremanaged phone calls and multiple people stopping in, and still handled everything with a winning personality and professionalism. Thank you, Woodford Post Office!

OK folks! I am NOT a big fan of the US Postal System... too…read moremany hours waiting in line, only to be treated like something disgusting by a snarky, rude, person wearing an ill fitting semi uniform... However- if you are in the vicinity of Woodford, Virginia- prepare to step back into the past! The person who greets,(YES, GREETS) you at the counter is pleasant and helpful. Your request is taken seriously and handled in a timely and friendly fashion. The first time I availed myself of the services here, I truly thought I was in a time warp. I have since , returned and each trip has been a wonderful reminder that there are indeed folks who try to do their jobs in a happy and effective manner!

Today my family and friends went to the Dallas location for brunch…read more Our host Davis was 5 star. As for the buffet 0 stars. Biscuits were HARD, HARD...HARD!!! To be honest everything except for the fruit was good. I apologize but honest the truth has to be told. Employees were GREAT and tha's all.

Culpeper has come a long way. Nice local shops and dining…read more Curbside seating at coffee houses. Everyone seems content. Just outside of downtown main street you've got your larger chain stores and chain restaurants. Many places for parking downtown and how fun to see the Amtrac at the Visitors Center. There's many great parks to enjoy as well. The kids used to love Yowell Meadows park but they're all grown up now. And the mountains in your backdrop are spectacular from Rte 522. I should come by more often. The change is good.

It looks like all of the prior reviews were posted before they finished building the reconstruction…read moreof the farmhouse. I might have been underwhelmed before that too, but with the house tour I found it very enjoyable. The docents were all very knowledgeable and they have done a great job with the house and furnishings. We went on a Saturday so we didn't see the archaeologists at work, but apparently if you go during the week you can sometimes watch them at the dig site or processing artifacts at the Visitors Center. I thought it was worth the trip for sure.

So fun and everyone is so kind and knowledgeable. Def go to the gingerbread contest in December!read more

Most of Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson was buried in a Lexington, Virginia, cemetery that now…read morebears his name, but he was so famous at the time of his death that his amputated left arm was spirited away to its own separate grave. It was just after dark on May 2, 1863. Jackson had just launched a devastating attack against Union forces at Chancellorsville. Returning to his own lines with several staff officers, Jackson, ever the aggressive soldier, decided to conduct reconnaissance in the area. As he and his staff rode through the woods near Confederate lines, a North Carolina regiment, unable to see who was riding up on them, opened fire. Jackson was struck by three bullets, two of them shattering his left arm. The general was evacuated from the area and given medical treatment, but the arm couldn't be saved and was amputated. Pneumonia set in, and on May 10, 1863, the South lost its most effective tacticia. Thinking that the limb of so great a solider was too precious to simply throw on the regular body part trash pile, Jackson's unofficial company chaplain, Reverend Tucker Lacy wrapped the arm in a blanket and took it to his family cemetery. The reverend gave the limb a standard Christian burial and placed a marker above the site. Supposedly Stonewall Jackson's arm was dug up and reburied numerous times in the ensuing years and there is no concrete evidence that it still resides in its original burial space, but the simple gravestone remains.

"Jackson has lost his left arm, but I have lost my right"…read more -General Robert E. Lee Jackson's last words were apparently, "Let us cross over the river and rest in the shade of the trees." It seems like a lot of words for a dying man. If, however there is truth in this story, then the resting place of this limb seems fitting. The lone tombstone sits quietly among a small group of trees on the Virginia countryside. The picturesque views were once covered by war field hospitals and now is the resting place of the left arm of one of America's most famous Generals. A little history: Stonewall Jackson's arm was destined to be buried along with other amputated limbs until Jackson's Chaplain, Reverend Lacy, retrieved it from a macabre pile of appendages and eventually buried it on his own plantation, Ellwood Manor. The limb was buried several days before Jackson's death as a way for his staff to pay tribute to the man that they had followed through battle. It's probably the least they could do considering that his own men accidentally shot him. I'm just sayin'. The story of a buried arm is surreal, but a little research makes the story a little more humane. Even if Jackson fought on the wrong side of history, every body (or body part) should be so lucky to be buried in a place so serene. Verdict: Great for Civil War buffs, the curious and people spending a little time in nearby Old Town Fredricksberg. Or Cross it off your Weird Virginia (book) list. Weird tidbits: The arm has been dug up a few times in the past, but has always made it's way back into the ground. It seems that the curious return it to it's resting place after learning that there REALLY is an arm buried in the ground. FYI: The last time I attempted a visit, the grounds were closed contrary to the information found on the website. If in doubt, it's best to call.

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.

I would give cero stars if I could. The library is for people to have a quiet place to study. First…read moreof all the person in the front desk is very rude and have no customers service manner, secondly, the employees there are very noisy, they were laughing loudly, talking out loud like they work in a restaurant or a regular business. Who ever is in charge of this place do something about it, we utilize the library for a reason and we expect to have a friendly and quiet environment.

This used to be a high school a very long time ago. It's a small library. They have books,…read moreaudiobooks, videos and dvds available to take out. Computers are available for people to use along with a printer. There's also a notary there if you need to get some paperwork notarized. They also have newspapers and magazines there to read, but not to sign out. There's a puzzle there on the table if your interested. People there are helpful.