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Nickel Books and Hidden Libraries: Front Royal’s Tabard Inn Library
While researching Samuels Public Library’s past, I uncovered Front Royal’s forgotten Tabard Inn Library: a 1903 book exchange hidden inside Trout & Turner’s drugstore, connecting local history to a national network of nickel books and circulating libraries. Read More
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From Historic Visit to Community Tradition
Following the historic visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla to Front Royal and Warren County during VA250 anniversary events, a new petition proposes exploring an annual spring heritage-themed community event inspired by the region’s history, tourism, & international attention. Read More
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Leeslyvania marker
This historically important property was part of a land grant dating back to 1658 and was the site of "Leesylvania", the home of Henry Lee II (1729-1789). The Neabsco iron foundry, which was located nearby. Furnished "pig iron and shot" Read More
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Information – The Lee family burial site
This plaque goes on to tell who Henry Lee was, what he did, and what his children did. It seems that they were very important people. Read More