Montross Holidays

Discover ancient shark teeth along the Potomac River cliffs at Westmoreland State Park's Fossil Beach. Bring water shoes for shoreline exploration and join a guided fossil hike for the fullest experience.

Explore the ancestral home of the Lee family, where two Declaration signers and Robert E. Lee were born. Wander the 18th-century Great House and discover hidden fossils along the Potomac's scenic shoreline.

A treasure trove of Northern Neck history, this research library houses over 2,500 volumes of regional genealogy and heritage. Schedule an appointment to explore family histories, vital records, and local lore.

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Trent Island during your travels in Montross. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

This community library offers privacy pods and a public law library alongside its diverse book collection. Visitors can enjoy book groups and craft sessions with express checkout and digital resources available.

Step into Virginia's oldest Northern Neck museum, featuring a rare 1768 portrait of William Pitt by Charles Willson Peale. Explore exhibits on Washington and Madison and use the genealogy library.

Cedar Island offers pristine marshlands where wildlife thrives undisturbed in coastal Virginia. Bring binoculars to spot diverse waterfowl while experiencing the tranquil solitude of this untouched natural sanctuary.

This 1937 Colonial Revival building was one of the first high schools for African American students on Virginia's Northern Neck. Its detailed brickwork and gabled entrance showcase period architecture.