A step into Winchester-Frederick County is a step into fascinating chapters of history. This is, after all, the community that shaped a young George Washington, who had his first job, first military post, and first elected office right here.

Years later, we played a pivotal role in the nation’s Civil War. Deemed so strategic to both the Union and Confederacy, Winchester changed hands more than 70 times during the conflict. And once dubbed the apple capital of the world, you’ll find our apple heritage is still very much a part of the community.