Albemarle Magazine’s ‘Features’ section highlights the history, culture, and notable people of Central Virginia. It offers in-depth articles that explore the region’s rich heritage, local traditions, and influential figures, providing readers with engaging stories that capture the essence of the area.
The Evolution of Farmington One of Virginia’s most historic buildings, Farmington unfolds in layers, with each generation leaving its mark, and each era still visible to those who know where to look. George Divers, an Albemarle County landowner and merchant who served...
The Story Behind Barracks Road Today, Barracks Road and the Barracks Road Shopping Center are familiar landmarks, known to nearly every Charlottesville resident. Fewer realize that the name points to a long-vanished prisoner-of-war camp that once stood just outside...
A conversation with Jane Kamensky Monticello has always stood as both a symbol of America’s promise and a reminder of its contradictions. For historian Jane Kamensky, Thomas Jefferson’s mountaintop home is also a vast, wide-reaching classroom. Before coming to...
A Local Guide to the 250th As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this year, communities are preparing to reflect on the Revolution and the founding ideals that shaped the nation. The American Revolution can sometimes feel...
How Central Virginia helped shape the American Revolution The foothills around Charlottesville are known today for vineyards, historic estates, and picturesque views. In the decades surrounding the American Revolution, this small corner of Virginia produced thinkers,...
An ancient ritual finds a new home by the Rivanna River Photography by Kristin Finn During the gray winter months, the Rivanna River flows cold and quiet, empty of the people who swim, paddle, and float there in the summertime. Along one stretch of the river, however,...
Medical Breakthroughs at the UVA Health System From life-saving cancer drugs to artificial intelligence systems redefining chronic disease management, research at the UVA Health System is reshaping the future of medicine. Backed by more than $287 million in annual...
Since it first opened on the UVA Corner in 1982, Ragged Mountain Running & Walking Shop has been a hub of fitness and community in Charlottesville. What began as a tiny running store has evolved into a multigenerational, community-focused business that serves...
The Rebirth of the Warm Springs Pools For nearly 9,000 years, the naturally heated mineral springs of Bath County have drawn seekers of restoration to their crystal-clear, 98-degree waters. Those who have immersed themselves in the pools include Native American...
Architect Bob Moje’s Home for the Years Ahead For nearly five decades, architect Bob Moje has helped shape places where people learn, gather, and grow. As a founding principal of VMDO Architects, he led monumental design projects at the University of Virginia and...