Courtney Williams
Hold My Beer
Tis the season for blankets, bonfires, and (one of our favorites) brews! If your day or evening calls for a beer, “hop” on over to one of...
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Robert Currer
Shhh...4 Hidden Spots to Visit in Occoquan
Occoquan itself is an open secret in NoVa. It might look like a sleepy strip of historic houses, but Occoquan is a town full of hidden gems.
Courtney Williams
It's a Date!
Is there anything more romantic than a summer evening spent in a picturesque small town, walking hand-in-hand with the one you love (or...
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Mural Winner Announced!
Congratulations to Alethea Marie Robinson, whose submission was selected as the mural to be commissioned for the wall at the Route 123...
Robert Currer
A Beginner’s Guide to Crystal Healing
Crystals have been prized for their healing properties since before written history. Today, crystal healing is undergoing a revival in...
Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
Why We're Drawn to Occoquan
Occoquan has an active and vibrant art scene. When strolling down Mill Street, there are ample opportunities to browse, admire, and...
Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
9 Things to Do This Summer in Occoquan
There is plenty to do in Occoquan this summer! Explore why people call Occoquan one of their favorite small towns in Virginia. From water...
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2023 Stay & Play Packages!
Spend the weekend with us! The fall is the perfect time to visit Occoquan, VA and Prince William County is made for exploring! Become a...
Robert Currer
The Dog Days of Summer
The weather is warming, and the leaden skies of winter are departing. That means it's time to get out and enjoy the fresh air. And...
Robert Currer
Sweets & Treats
No matter the season, Occoquan has some of the best treats around. Don’t miss these hometown favorites! POTOMAC CHOCOLATE Sometimes only...
Robert Currer
Occoquan is for the Birds
Visitors to Historic Occoquan love to walk along the river. The lazy curve of it and the luscious banks are innately calming in a way...
Robert Currer
The Best Brunch in Town
You're enjoying a Sunday morning. The air is crisp and clean as the world begins its day. Pale, sleepy sunlight hints that perhaps the...
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Occoquan's Haunted History
Mill Street is a favorite stroll. In the autumn twilight, the historic buildings take on an almost dreamy quality. Warm light from the...
Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
FOX 5 Zip Trip to Occoquan
On Friday, July 1, the FOX 5 DC team ventured out to Occoquan, Virginia to highlight the fun, food, and fashion our community has to...
Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
Browse the Boutiques this Summer!
This summer, visit Occoquan and discover the 100+ unique, locally owned businesses making up the historic district. Home Decor Whether...
Robert Currer
The Birth of Modern Occoquan
Remembering Hurricane Agnes Fifty Years Later It had been a soggy spring that blossomed into a muggy summer such that, by June, the...
Robert Currer
History of Service: Military & Military Family Businesses Continue to Serve in Modern Occoquan
At the far end of Mill Street stands a humble house built of rough-cut mortared stone and a shingled roof. Outside, the Stars and Stripes...
Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
Best Sandwiches in Occoquan
Bottle Stop Wine Bar One of the gourmet burgers pairs well with almost anything. We recommend the Mushroom-Blue Burger made with...
Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
Made in Occoquan
We know Occoquan is home to shops and boutiques full of exceptional and unique products. But did you know that several businesses create...
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Iconic Occoquan store closing after 30 years
Article and Photos by Paul Lara One of the most influential faces in Occoquan is Betsy Merklein, owner of Personally Yours, an antique...
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