Rockbridge County, County seat and educational hub in Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, US
Rockbridge County is an administrative division in Shenandoah Valley with rolling terrain and the Maury River running through its landscape. Lexington serves as the county seat and contains the main government and civic services.
The county was established in 1778 and named after the Natural Bridge rock formation in the area. Lexington was designated as the administrative center that same year.
Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute draw students from around the world, shaping how people live and interact in this part of Shenandoah Valley. These institutions influence local restaurants, shops, and public spaces where residents and visitors gather daily.
The area is accessible via U.S. Route 11 and Interstate 64, with connections to Roanoke and West Virginia. Visitors should know the terrain is hilly and a car is essential for exploring the region.
Hull's Drive-In Theatre was the first community-owned, nonprofit drive-in theater in the United States and operated under a unique business model. This cooperative approach allowed it to provide affordable entertainment for local residents for many decades.
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