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Visit the new Gloucester 250th website!
From historical reenactments and public programming to cultural events and art exhibitions, Gloucester's 250th commemoration will be filled with unforgettable experiences for residents and visitors alike. With an emphasis on education, preservation, and community, we will strive to engage all people from all backgrounds to highlight the diverse history and heritage of Gloucester County. Regularly check our website for updates on future programming!
Explore
For History
Visit museums and historic buildings, or take a self-guided driving tour. From Rosewell to Tyndall’s Point to the CAPE, history lovers are sure to be delighted!
For Beauty
Walk our beautiful Main Street, visit our local and state parks, tour the gardens at Brent & Becky's Bulbs, and take in the beauty that is Gloucester.
For Fun
Whether your idea of fun is shopping, hiking, kayaking or experiencing local flavor, Gloucester has it!
Dine
American
Shop
Arts & Antiques
Specialty & Retail
Brent and Becky's - gift shop and gardens
Farmers Daughter - produce
Kelsick Specialty Market - gourmet foods, wines, beer
Silverbox - jewelry, clothing & accessories
The Nurtury - all natural potions and artful notions
UpSouth - clothing and accessories
Ware Neck Produce - produce
Yolanda's on Main - clothing and accessories
York & Main - art & vintage showroom
Historic Sites
Abingdon Episcopal Church
4645 George Washington Memorial Hwy
Colonial Court Circle
6504 Main Street
Woodville Rosenwald School
4310 George Washington Memorial Highway
Walter Reed’s Birthplace
4021 Hickory Fork Road
Museum of History
6539 Main Street
Ware Episcopal Church
7825 John Clayton Memorial Highway
Edge Hill House
6805 Main Street
Rosewell Ruins
5113 Old Rosewell Lane
Warner Hall Graveyard
4750 Warner Hall Road
Holly Knoll
The Gloucester Institute
6498 Allmondsville Road
Tyndall’s Point Park
1376 Vernon Street
Werowocomoco
Exhibit located in the Gloucester Visitor Center- 6504 Main Street
Take A Self-Guided Tour
Buck’s Store & Museum
8850 Guinea Road
CAPE
6783 Main Street
Timberneck House
3601 Timberneck Farm Road
Where Travelers Go For…
2024 Welcome Guide
Planning a trip to Gloucester? Here is your guide to making sure you don’t miss out on any of the history, beauty, & fun that this area has to offer! Click the image to view our digital welcome guide!
Volunteer On The Tourism Advisory Committee
The Tourism Committee shall act as an advocate for the local tourism industry and provide advice to staff and the Board of Supervisors. Specifically, they shall provide input on budgeting and tourism initiatives, lobby for tourism interests when needed, and network with other organizations to facilitate coordination of programs. For information on recent and past activities of the Tourism Advisory Committee please refer to the meeting minutes archive at the County’s Meetings and Minutes Portal.