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Museum of the Shenandoah Valley

museum, Winchester, Virginia, United States

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The Museum of the Shenandoah Valley is located in Winchester, Virginia, and opened in 2005. It is part of a complex that includes gardens and a historic house. The museum focuses on the art, culture, and history of the Shenandoah Valley region. Winchester itself is situated at the northern end of the Shenandoah Valley and has a rich history, serving as a headquarters for George Washington and a key location during the American Civil War. The Shenandoah Valley is a part of the Great Appalachian Valley, lying between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains.12

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