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All the United States Virginia Falls Church

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Falls Church

6 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Falls Church, Virginia

Updated January 6, 2023

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“Pennies from Heaven.” 

Falls Church, Virginia

'Pennies from Heaven'

A whopping 14,000 copper coins cover this miniature fighter jet.
Fountain Of Faith

Falls Church, Virginia

The Fountain of Faith

These figures float and flutter in this fountain crafted by famed Swedish sculptor Carl Milles.
Man Slopping Pigs

Falls Church, Virginia

'The Man Slopping Pigs'

This eye-catching sculpture of rural life seems a bit out of place at a suburban intersection in front of a car dealership.
Zig Zag Monument.

Falls Church, Virginia

Tinner Hill Historic Site

This monument traces the segregation line that inspired the first rural branch of the NAACP.
Henderson House

Falls Church, Virginia

Henderson House

The former home of Dr. E.B. Henderson, also known as the "Father of Black Basketball."
Mr. Dixie

Falls Church, Virginia

'Mr. Dixie'

This local mascot has been a presence in the area since the 1960s.
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Brandymore Castle

Arlington, Virginia

Brandymore Castle

This "castle" is actually a limestone and quartz formation hidden along a trail.
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