Falmouth in Stafford County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Gari Melchers Home and Studio

"Belmont"

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), April 17, 2021

1. Gari Melchers Home and Studio Marker

Inscription. Overlooking the Falls of the Rappahannock River on a major 17th and 18th century trade route, this site became the setting for the artist's internationally acclaimed early 20th century paintings celebrating the lives and character of the citizens of Falmouth and Fredericksburg.

Erected 2007 by the National Society of Colonial Dames XVII Century.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks, and the The Colonial Dames XVII Century, National Society series lists. A significant historical month for this entry is May 2007.

Location. 38° 19.402′ N, 77° 28.39′ W. Marker is in Falmouth, Virginia, in Stafford County. Marker can be reached from Washington Street (County Route 1001) south of Warrenton Road (Business U.S. 17), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 224 Washington Street, Fredericksburg VA 22405, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Capt. John Smith (within shouting distance of this marker); Transportation and Settlement (within shouting distance of this marker); Gari Melchers and his wife Corinne (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Working Farm

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