Travel back in time by visiting the Liberia, a historic plantation house that witnessed America's greats like Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis during the American Civil War. The brick structure was built in the year 1825 in the Federal style of architecture which was originally resided by Harriett Bladen Mitchell Weir and her husband. Listed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places, the house is now under the ownership of the City of Manassas. The house has been restored to its original form of construction and is open to the public by appointment.
Sponsored by Knights of Columbus, the Saint John Paul II National Shrine is a religious center for Catholics and also encourages people of other faith to come in. Set up in 2001, this shrine hosts a year round exhibit, A Gift of Love: Life of Saint John Paul II. The building spans 130000 square feet (12000 square meters) and rests on 12 acres (4.9 hectares) of land.
History buffs interested in the dwellings of an ordinary man in the 18th Century will be thrilled to visit the Ball Sellers House. Possibly the oldest standing building in Arlington today, the house was the home of a yeoman farmer John Ball, who lived in this modest dwellings with his wife and five daughters. The house has passed through several owners since including William Carlin, a tailor who counts George Washington and George Mason among his famous clientele. Packed with history and interesting stories, visitors will also get the rare opportunity to view a clapboard roof. The house is open for public tours from April to October on Saturdays between 1:00p and 4:00p. School and group tours can be set up by appointment.
Patuxent Research Refuge – South Tract is an exciting and interesting place to learn about wildlife research. There is a lot of fun activities for kids as well as adults at his massive spot. The largest science center, it is considered to be the nation's only National wildlife center to contribute to wildlife research. The activities at this spot includes hunting, fishing, strolling on the trails, environmental education and a lot more. If you are someone who loves environment and wildlife, look no further simply head to this amazing spot.