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HISTORY & COMMUNITY

Charlottesville history and community

Charlottesville is an independent Virginia city surrounded by, but legally separate from, Albemarle County. The Downtown Mall and neighborhoods such as Fifeville, Ridge Street and Woolen Mills provide distinct places to explore.

Charlottesville

Charlottesville is an independent Virginia city surrounded by, but legally separate from, Albemarle County. The Downtown Mall and neighborhoods such as Fifeville, Ridge Street and Woolen Mills provide distinct places to explore. Use the linked history sources to go beyond the brief timeline, then choose a local shop or restaurant for the rest of the visit.

Areas in this guide

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Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.

Cultural stops in Charlottesville

Museums, galleries, theaters and landmarks from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Check opening days before setting out.

Art gallery

C'Ville Arts

Art gallery · 118 E Main St

C'Ville Arts is an art gallery at 118 E Main St in Charlottesville. Visit the business website for current offerings and visiting information.

Ceramics studio and gallery

City Clay

Ceramics studio and gallery · 700 Harris St #104

City Clay is an independently owned ceramics studio and gallery in Charlottesville’s Silk Mills Building. Visit the official website for pottery classes, supplies and visitor information.

Art gallery

Consignment House Gallery

Art gallery · 121 W Main St

Consignment House Gallery is an art gallery at 121 W Main St in Charlottesville. Visit the business website for current offerings and visiting information.

Art gallery

Cville Glass Gallery

Art gallery · 1707 Allied Ln

Cville Glass Gallery is an art gallery at 1707 Allied Ln in Charlottesville. Visit the business website for current offerings and visiting information.

Choir

Jeffersonland Chorus

Choir · 1223 W Main St

Jeffersonland Chorus is a choir at 1223 W Main St in Charlottesville. Visit the business website for current offerings and visiting information.

Performing arts venue

Live Arts

Performing arts venue · 123 E Water St

Live Arts is a performing arts venue at 123 E Water St in Charlottesville. Visit the business website for current offerings and visiting information.

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