What is Celebrate Virginia?
Celebrate Virginia is a retail, entertainment and attractions destination spanning 2,400 acres in Metro Washington D.C. At build-out, Silver Companies' flagship "Celebrate" project is expected to comprise more than 11 million square feet.
Stretched along America's #1 route of commerce, I-95, Celebrate Virginia was master-developed for people to live, work, play, shop, visit and stay.
Residents and visitors alike can enjoy the natural beauty of the Rappahannock River together with incredible amenities, attractions and conveniences all in one development.
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Where is Celebrate Virginia Located?
Celebrate Virginia is located in Fredericksburg, Va. and Stafford County, Va., part of the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The project is 35 miles south of the Washington D.C. beltway, off I-95 exit 163, located in one of the country's fastest growing regions, and positioned within 500 miles of half the population of the United States.
The 2,400 acre site is bordered by Route 17 North, Route 3 West and I-95 South and includes the Cowan Rd extension to US 1 and the soon-to-be-widened Falls Hill Ave, a direct route to Historic Downtown Fredericksburg.
The area is rich in history and boasts the second largest military park in the world, not to mention James Monroe's law office, George Washington's boyhood home, and the downtown homes of his mother and sister just to name a few local historic landmarks. Whether visitors are interested in the birth of our nation, the Civil War, American Indian or African-American history, Celebrate Virginia serves as a great home base for exploring these points of interest and the many more found in Washington D.C.
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What Airports are Close to Celebrate Virginia?
Celebrate Virginia is within a one-hour drive of three major airports -Dulles International Airport, Reagan National Airport and Richmond International Airport -- served by 60 commercial airlines providing 815 flights per day.
In addition, Stafford Regional Airport opened in 2001 providing expanded corporate, commuter and freight service capabilities.
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What about Other Modes of Transportation?
The award-winning FRED bus service serves the region and is expected to stop in Celebrate Virginia. Virginia Railway Express (VRE) commuter rail service is available between Fredericksburg and Washington, D.C., and Amtrak is also easily accessible.
In addition, CSX Transportation provides the region with a wide range of reliable and efficient shipping options via freight rail service .
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What are the Area's Demographics?
For the past eight years, the Fredericksburg Region has been the fastest growing region in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
With the current population over 307,000, a trade area of over 450,000 people and a highly skilled labor force over 1 million within a 40-mile commute, the region is emerging as a vibrant employment center.
83.8% of Greater Fredericksburg population age 25+ are high school graduates. 24.9% age 25+ have earned a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Per capita personal income as of 2005 was $33,051.
One of America's highest concentrations of Ph.D.s reside locally.
*Findings taken from the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance Web site and 2008 Greater Fredericksburg Community Profile.
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What Other Demand Generators Exist?
143,000 highway travelers pass by Celebrate Virginia daily on I-95 alone. One Web site dubbed Celebrate Virginia "The Exit of Exits" for families traveling to Florida.
Government/military demand stems from Quantico Marine Base, Fort AP Hill and Dahlgren Naval Center.
Local companies include GEICO Insurance, CVS Virginia Distribution, Intuit, University of Mary Washington, Mary Washington Hospital, McLane Mid-Atlantic, Fredericksburg Auto Auction, Free Lance Star Publishing, Printpack, Inc., and White Packing Company.
Major educational institutions include University of Mary Washington and Germanna Community College, the fastest growing community center in Virginia.
Mary Washington Hospital is a 412-bed, full-service hospital offering advanced services usually found in major cities. The MWH medical staff consists of more than 300 area physicians and health professionals representing over 45 medical specialties. Nine nursing homes offer extended care to the elderly in the region.
There are more than 250 places of worship in the Greater Fredericksburg Region.
Four Fredericksburg Civil War battlefields receive roughly 700,000 visitors a year according to area officials. And there are over 70 more historical markers, monuments, buildings and museums to visit in the immediate vicinity, not to mention more than 200 annual and special events in downtown Fredericksburg alone.
Celebrate Virginia expansion is anchored by the immensely successful Central Park retail resort and regional expo center and hotel campus.
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What Business Opportunities are Still Available in Celebrate Virginia?
Numerous opportunities to be a part of Celebrate Virginia still exist. Contact our Metro Washington D.C. offices at 540-786-1405 for the most up-to-date details.
Sum It All Up: Why are People Interested in Celebrate Virginia?
In simplest terms: Location, Location, Location.
Businesses located within Celebrate Virginia benefit from:
- Traffic, but not Beltway congestion
- Convenient transportation access
- Strong infrastructure
- An educated workforce that surpasses the national average
- 1 million workers in a 40-mile commute zone
- Appeal of short or reverse commutes for employees
- One of the lowest state corporate income taxes in the country
- Companies pay taxes to either a county or city, not both
- Competitively priced power and other utilities
- High average household income
- Amenities such as golf, dining, conference facilities and hotels
- A single master-developer in Silver Companies whose team will work with your company to meet your needs
Residents, workers and visitors benefit from:
- More than 70 dining options
- Over 160 retail and entertainment destinations
- Choice hotels and coming soon, a Kalahari Water Park & Resort
- Regional shows & expos
- Award-winning golf course
- Beautiful surroundings
- Opportunities for eco-adventure and relaxation
- Access to historic, artistic and cultural amenities
- Excellent public schools and nationally-recognized educational institutions
- Lower housing costs than that in Northern Virginia and Washington D.C.
- Proximity to Washington D.C.
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