Ben Lomond Manor House

Built in the Federal style by Benjamin Tasker Chinn, the 1832 Ben Lomond manor house is located only five miles from the site of the First and Second Battles of Manassas. The house is believed to have been occupied as a hospital during the Civil War by both Union and Confederate troops, and visitors can see authenticated signatures of Union troops on the walls. Featuring one of the largest public gardens in the country devoted to the cultivation of roses, the fabulous garden hosts an annual Old Rose celebration in May. Most of the roses in the garden date from the 19th century, and the youngest were planted in 1924.

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Great Meadow

Located in the heart of Virginia's hunt country, Great Meadow is a 2,500 plus acre equestrian facility that hosts Friday night polo and a host of various equestrian events plus the famed Virginia Gold Cup, one of the oldest organized steeplechases in the United States.

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Lazy Susan Dinner Theater

For a great night out, try an evening at the Lazy Susan Dinner Theater. Cocktails begin at six, followed by a delicious buffet of prepared-from-scratch Pennsylvania Dutch specialties that precedes a full-scale Broadway production from one of the oldest dinner theater venues in the area.
The Lazy Susan is open January 5th through December 31st except Mondays and Christmas Eve.

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Manassas Center for the Arts

Featuring the Pied Piper Theatre, a wide range of engaging classes and summer theatre camps, The Center for the Arts of Greater Manassas/Prince William County strives to enrich the quality of life for children and adults throughout Prince William, Fairfax, Loudon, Fauquier, and Stafford Counties.

Founded in 1984 and located in the historic Hopkins Candy Factory, the organization has blossomed since the establishment of its Pied Piper Theatre Program in 1990. The Candy Factory houses a theater in the round plus classrooms and an art gallery. 

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Nissan Pavilion

Summers come alive in Prince William County with the sound of music from nearby Nissan Pavilion. Theater-style reserved seats inside the open-air pavilion as well as inexpensive lawn seating provide a wide-range of prices suitable for all budgets, while giant video screens and a premier sound system help bring performances alive.

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Old Town Warrenton

Named after a Revolutionary war hero, Warrenton is known as the home of Chief Justice John Marshall as well as for its history, horse shows, and the charm of a Main Street lined with historic homes and brick sidewalks. Antique shops mingle with art galleries, toy stores, book shops, and modern boutiques to create a unique shopping experience, and a variety of fine restaurants and cafes invite visitors to sit down and feel at home. On Wednesdays and Saturdays a farmer's market offers jams, baked goods, flowers, and crafts as well as local fruits and vegetables from April thorugh November.

Settled during the American Revolution, the first courthouse and jail were established in 1790, making it one of America's oldest communities. Standing among the various local skirmishes and battles of the Civil War, Warrenton was alternately occupied by north and south. Its churches and schools served as hospitals while its citizens, including the famed Col. John Mosby and his troop of calvalry, became the heros who raided in the night. Mosby himself is buried in the Warrenton Cemetery and a monument to him is errected outside the Old Courthouse.

Since then, Warrenton has become the favored venue of America's "horsy-set". The prestigious Warrenton was established in 1883, followed closely by the Warrenton Horse Show.

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The Manassas Museum

With a philosophy of community service governing its exhibits, the Manassas Museum System offers seven properties with a wide range of spectacular exhibits, educational programs, and historic preservation efforts. Come in and explore the rich history of the Northern Virginia Piedmont region. The Manassas Museum includes 7,000 square feet of exhibits, from prehistoric tools to costumes and quilts plus an extensive photographic collection. The Industrial School/Jennie Dean Memorial tells the story of the Manassas Industrial School for Colored Youth which was founded in 1893. The Mayfield and Cannon Branch Forts covering over 20 acres preserve the last remaining Manassas earthworks dating from the Civil War era. Historic House Liberia once housed the largest number of slaves in the Manassas area. President Abraham Lincoln paid a visit in 1862 and the house was used as a headquarters by several Confederate generals during the Civil War. The Manassas Railroad Depot was the city’s fifth railroad depot, built by the Southern Railway in 1914. It currently houses the City Visitor as well as the James and Marion Payne Railroad Heritage Gallery. The Candy Factory Arts Center, housed in the Hopkins Candy Factory building is home to the Center for the Arts of Greater Manassas/Prince William County.

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Vpstart Crow Productions

Located in Old Town Manassas, The Cramer Center is home to the only professional theater company west of Arlington. VPCrow produces performances of classical and contemporary playwrights throughout the year. Dedicated to making ticket prices affordable and performances accessible, Vpstart Crow breaks down the barriers between actors and audiences with thought-provoking, startling theatre that's always entertaining.

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