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Welcome to Historic Occoquan, Virginia
& to HistoricOccoquan.com

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Historic Occoquan is a community rich in history and consists of residents, artists, shops, restaurants, businesses, and a local town government.  It's outdoor dining, ghost walks, town boat dock and more are located just 11 miles south of the Capital Beltway on I-95 at exit 160 and then north on Gordon Blvd/Rte 123 to Commerce Street.  Directions to Historic Occoquan are available at Google Maps.

Occoquan is located at 38°40′58″N, 77°15′39″W and is accessible by car, boat, raft, bike, and foot traffic.  Access is available by road, river and the East Coast Greenway.

Occoquan is also conveniently located just minutes from the Amtrak Auto Train stop in Lorton, VA.  Unlike a plane or the car, the auto train provides onboard entertainment, a lounge car and a dining car as it takes both you and your vehicle on a stress free journey to Florida.  So when you next consider a trip to Florida, please remember your opportunities of shopping and dining in Historic Occoquan before you depart or upon your return.

The Town of Occoquan can be explored by this aerial view where you can click on shops and business for more information.

Read about this month's masthead celebrating the Summer in Occoquan.

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Historic Occoquan Community Events
in August 2010 & Beyond

HistoricOccoquan.com has a new search feature - check it out by clicking this link

The Town of Occoquan has been blogged.
  See the first and original Blog Site at the
Occoquan Blog Postings.

Please welcome and take a look at the new websites
 of the following Occoquan merchants:

Jerry's Occoquan Jewelers
Glory Be

While they don't have a website, they are still here in town, please be sure to visit the newest Art Gallery in Historic Occoquan - The Courtyard Gallery located at 201 Union Street or the latest hair studio, Lele's Diva Style Hair Studio at 301-C Commerce Street or the new Pin Curls Beauty Salon on Mill Street.

And lets remember some of the Occoquan Merchants and sites which have or will soon go dark:
Philly B's (2009)
Bistro Belgique Gourmande (2010)
Country Morning (2010)
The Irish Collection (2010)
Somewhere in Time (2010)
Bambini's Boutique (2010)
Classic Creations Photography (2010)
Roither's Frame Design (2010)
Endeavors (2010)

Pictures of some of the Historic Occoquan Town Markers are now online.  Read about some of the town history as more markers are added to the site.

If you would like to look more quickly for specific items, participating Occoquan Merchants and items that they provide can be found using the Google custom search feature below:

  • The "Just say 'Hi' Campaign"
    • Show your support for the "HistoricOccoquan.Com" website and  help maintain the friendly Occoquan lifestyle.  When next in town, don't forget to smile and say 'Hi".  Having a sparkle in your eye is optional.
  • During the Month of August:
      • Peridot and Sardonyx strands are 20% off
    • Serendipity is offering: 10% discount coupons on their site, for entire purchase
    • The Pink Bicycle Shop specials include:
      • Bring in your church bulletin on Sundays and receive 10% off your meal
      •  Buy four ounces of tea and get the fifth ounce free
    • Spinaweb is featuring fabric woven in their shop that they make into fashionable clothing and boutique items.  See their site for details.
    • The Coffee House of Occoquan will be closed on Mondays.  So no $2 large coffee with free refills available on Monday....Reservations are available to avoid the rush on Tuesday morning.  See their site for details.
    • Dansk Day Spa has announced that they are open late on Wednesday and Friday evenings.
    • The Cock and Bowl is looking for new acoustic acts to play on their patio in the heart of Historic Occoquan.  See their site for more details.
    • Leo Smith, Membership Director of the Carefree Boat Club of Occoquan is featuring a "Create your Dream Plan" in the monthly membership special on his website to allow people to select the features they want in a boat club membership plan.  See his site for more details.
  • July 7 (Wednesday) - August 1 (Sunday)
    • The Loft Gallery kicks off a new show named "Figuratively Speaking"
      • Show features paintings by by Deborah Conn
      • See their site for more details.
  • July 6 (Tuesday) - August 2 (Monday)
    • The Artists’ Undertaking Gallery in Historic Occoquan, VA presents "Ocean Odyssey”, an exhibit that features:  
      • Water colors by Jack Dyer of Springfield, VA,
      • Precious Metal Clay (PMC) jewelry by Sherry Chaples of Springfield, VA
      • Carved egg shells by Tina Kannapel of Fairfax, VA and
      • Photography by Jack Nevitt of Woodbridge, VA
      • Artists’ reception is being held on Saturday, July 17, from 1300 Hrs to 1700 Hrs (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
      • The gallery is open 1100 Hrs - 1700 Hrs (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM) daily and is located at 309 Mill Street in Historic Occoquan, VA.
      •  For more information contact the gallery at 703-494-0584.
  • July 10 (Saturday) - August 28 (Saturday)
  • August 3 (Tuesday) - September 5 (Sunday)
    • The Loft Gallery kicks off a new show named "From Here to There"
      • Show features paintings by by Lisa Neher 
      • See their site for more details.
  • August 3 (Tuesday) - September 6 (Monday)
    • The Artists’ Undertaking Gallery in Historic Occoquan, VA presents "Exploring Form & Function”, an exhibit that features:  
      • Etchings by artist Roger Frey of Woodbridge and
      • Woodturning by Bob Horowitz (“Bob The Woodturner”) of Falls Church
      • Artists’ reception is being held on Saturday, August 14, from 1500 Hrs to 1900 Hrs (3:00 PM to 7:00 PM)
      • The gallery is open 1100 Hrs - 1700 Hrs (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM) daily and is located at 309 Mill Street in Historic Occoquan, VA.
      •  For more information contact the gallery at 703-494-0584.
  • August 7 (Saturday)
    • The Loft Gallery is hosting a meet the artist reception for artist  Lisa Neher  
      • Reception is from 1600 Hrs to 2000 Hrs (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
    • The Cock and Bull is hosting the acoustic guitar styling of Alex Parez, otherwise known as Le Rouge. From 1700 Hrs to 2000 Hrs (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM) on the patio pending Mother Nature.
    • The Coffee House of Occoquan will have extended hours and free entertainment.
    • If the spirits are rested from last weekend, the Historic Occoquan Ghost Tours starts up again but only if the spirits willing, at 1900 Hrs (7:00 PM) and 2030 Hrs (8:30 PM) call 703.491.4411  for more info...
  • August 8 (Sunday)
    • The Loft Gallery is hosting a meet the artist reception for artist  Lisa Neher  
      • Reception is from 1300 Hrs to 1600 Hrs (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
  • August 10 (Tuesday)
  • August 14 (Saturday)
    • The Cock and Bull is hosting Random Neural Firings, a 3-member (2 acoustic guitars & flute) vocal group that mixes folk-pop rhythms with a feel of light jazz and bluegrass harmonies. Performing their own original music from 1700 Hrs to 2000 Hrs (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM) on the patio pending Mother Nature.
    • The Coffee House of Occoquan will have extended hours and free entertainment.
    • If the spirits are rested from last weekend, the Historic Occoquan Ghost Tours starts up again but only if the spirits willing, at 1900 Hrs (7:00 PM) and 2030 Hrs (8:30 PM) call 703.491.4411  for more info...
  • August 19 (Thursday)
    • The Cock and Bowl is hosting the endless folk songs and creative covers of Maugorn the Stray. From 1700 Hrs to 2100 Hrs (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM) on the patio or inside pending Mother Nature.
  • August 21 (Saturday)
    • If the spirits are rested from last weekend, the Historic Occoquan Ghost Tours starts up again but only if the spirits willing, at 1900 Hrs (7:00 PM) and 2030 Hrs (8:30 PM) call 703.491.4411  for more info...
  • August 27 (Saturday)
    • If the spirits are rested from last weekend, the Historic Occoquan Ghost Tours starts up again but only if the spirits willing, at 1900 Hrs (7:00 PM) and 2030 Hrs (8:30 PM) call 703.491.4411  for more info...
  • September 2 (Thursday)
    • The Cock and Bowl is hosting the endless folk songs and creative covers of Maugorn the Stray. From 1700 Hrs to 2100 Hrs (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM) on the patio or inside pending Mother Nature.
  • September 25 - 26 (Saturday and Sunday)
    • Occoquan Fall Craft Show
  • October 10 (Sunday)
  • October 17 (Sunday)
  • October 24 (Sunday)
  • November 19 (Friday)
    • Occoquan Holiday Open House
  • December

 

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See what it's like on the Interstate 95 Exit for Historic Occoquan - Exit 160

2010 Events in Occoquan

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Occoquan's Mamie Davis Park

Closeup of Tree Blossoms Even closer closeup of Tree Blossoms View into Mamie Davis Park The Famous Occoquan Gazebo in Mamie Davis Park

Farmer's Market

Broccoli Onions Squash Strawberries Tomatoes Zuchhini

Carefree Boat Club's Launch of National Safety Week

Carefree Boat Club of Occoquan Safety on the high seas Presentation by Occoquan Mayor Earnie Porta Mayor Porta responding to questions Presentation by Carolyn Wixson Presentation by Emmalee Haga

The Occoquan Spring Craft Show

Artist setting up before the show Butterfly Exhibit Bird Houses Carniverous Plants Jewelry Designs by Melisa Dent Beautiful Wooden Flowers

Art Exhibit The Polka Dot Divas Local Artist Roger Frey The Artist and her Sister The Story Tellers A cool spot during the hottest show in town

A View of Mill Street Another view Service with a smile! Labella Bridal A sad sign during the show Music at the show

Edible Brambles Craft Visitors Art Nuts

 

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Occoquan Coffee Shop - Open mike every Saturday night

International Gift & Boutique

Sincerely Yours Stained Glass Studio

Spinaweb - Specialty weaving in Occoquan

My Bodyoga Spa in Historic Occoquan

Care Free Boat Club - Contact Leo Smith @ 703.217.6699 

The Cottage at Occoquan

The Prince William Art Society, Inc.

Kelly's Artbox

Jerry's Occoquan Jewelers

Elements of Occoquan - Fun and Wacky

The Cock and Bowl

Artists' Undertaking Gallery

La Maison Gift Shop 

Faith Creek Candles

Hair Studio 14

Details of Occoquan

Off the Beading Path

Occoquan Craft Show

Lorton Valley Star Newspaper

 
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