Hosted by Oatlands Historic House and Gardens, "Together We Win: Shared Sacrifice and the Struggle for Justice in the World Wars" gathers living historians, Smithsonian scholars, antique vehicles, and immersive exhibits across the mansion grounds. The premise is simple but powerful: bring the home front and the front lines into the same conversation, and let visitors hear the voices that history too often left out. Sitting just south of downtown Leesburg, Oatlands itself beco

If you've driven down Route 15 south of Leesburg, you've likely passed the signs for Oatlands Plantation. But have you ever turned down that tree-lined drive to discover what I consider one of Loudoun County's most precious gems? Last Friday, I had the privilege of experiencing this National Historic Landmark in a whole new way, and I'm excited to share why Oatlands deserves a spot on every Northern Virginian's must-visit list – especially during this magical holiday season.