Herndon, Historic railroad town in Fairfax County, United States.
The town extends over 4.2 square miles in Northern Virginia, featuring residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and numerous municipal parks and trails.
Named after Commander William Lewis Herndon in 1858, the settlement transformed from a dairy farming area into a residential community near Washington D.C.
The Herndon Depot Museum exhibits railroad artifacts and Civil War memorabilia while hosting educational programs about local history throughout the year.
Located within the Dulles Technology Corridor, Herndon provides access to major employers including Amazon Web Services, AOL, and numerous technology companies.
A two-acre section of Herndon technically belongs to Loudoun County, creating an administrative distinction within the town boundaries.
Location: Fairfax County
Inception: 1858
Elevation above the sea: 112 m
Website: http://herndon-va.gov
GPS coordinates: 38.97140,-77.38860
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:20
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