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With a population of over 52,000 residents, Leesburg, Virginia is the county seat of Loudoun County. This historic town is located along the Potomac River and was established in 1757. Today, it maintains its small-town charm while also serving as a suburban community for Washington, D.C. commuters. Keep reading to learn more about the history, attractions, economy, and day-to-day life in Leesburg.

History of Leesburg

Leesburg was founded in 1757 by Nicholas Minor III on land bequeathed to him by his father. It was originally named Georgetown in honor of King George II. The town's name was later changed to Leesburg in honor of the influential Lee family. Some key moments in Leesburg's history include:

To learn more about the history of Leesburg, visit the Town of Leesburg's history page or the Leesburg Facebook page.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in Leesburg include:

Morven Park

Morven Park is a 1,000 acre historic estate featuring museums, gardens, trails, and event facilities. 1701 Morven Park Rd NE, Leesburg, VA 20176

Ida Lee Park Recreation Center

This recreation center features a fitness center, gymnasium, elevated track, sports courts, swimming pool, and classes. 60 Ida Lee Dr NW, Leesburg, VA 20176

Leesburg Old Town

Historic Old Town features specialty shops, restaurants, cafes, museums, and walking tours showcasing Leesburg's heritage. 7-15 W Market St, Leesburg, VA 20176

Downtown Leesburg Farmers Market

Every Saturday from April to December, the downtown farmers market features fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and more from local vendors. 7-15 W Market St, Leesburg, VA 20176

For more attractions and things to do, visit the Visit Leesburg tourism website.

Economy and Major Employers

Historically an agricultural community, today Leesburg has a diversified economy. Some of the major private employers include:

Government, education, and healthcare organizations also provide many jobs in Leesburg. For more on the Leesburg economy, visit the Town of Leesburg Economic Development page.

Living in Leesburg

Transportation

The main highways running through Leesburg are U.S. Route 15, Virginia State Route 7, and Virginia State Route 267. Leesburg Executive Airport provides private and charter flights. Local bus service is provided by Loudoun County Transit.

Education

Public schools in Leesburg are operated by Loudoun County Public Schools. Elementary schools serving Leesburg include:

Plus several other nearby elementary, middle, and high schools. Loudoun County also has many private school options.

Healthcare

As mentioned above, the main hospital facility is Inova Loudoun Hospital. There are also branches of numerous healthcare and urgent care systems. The Loudoun County Health Department has a location in Leesburg:

Libraries and Museums

The Thomas Balch Library focuses on Leesburg and Loudoun County history. The Leesburg Public Library is part of the Loudoun County Public Library system.

Parks and Recreation

In addition to the Ida Lee Park Recreation Center, Leesburg has over 1,100 acres of parkland and many trails and recreation facilities. Popular parks include:

Sports leagues and youth programs are run through the Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services department.

Things to Do

For entertainment, Leesburg residents can enjoy concerts, festivals, performing arts, restaurants, cafes, bars, historical sites, golf courses, wineries, breweries, sports games, and more. The Town of Leesburg and Visit Leesburg sites list local events and things to do.

Living in the Loudoun County Area

Leesburg is located in Loudoun County, Virginia. Loudoun County Administration Offices: 1 Harrison St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175, (703) 777-0100.

Loudoun County is part of the Washington, D.C. metro area and features an award-winning school system, diverse communities, historic sites, parks, recreation, vineyards, shopping centers, and more. The Visit Loudoun website has extensive information on attractions and activities throughout Loudoun County.

Location and Geography

Leesburg is located in Northern Virginia approximately 35 miles west of Washington D.C. It has a total area of 14.1 square miles. Key geographic features include the Potomac River south of downtown and the Catoctin Mountains north of Leesburg. Here is an embedded map showing Leesburg's location: The GPS coordinates for Leesburg are: 39°6′3′′N 77°33′30′′W.




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