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Amherst

Amherst is located in Amherst County, of which it is the county seat, in the Central Region of the state. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 2,039, an increase of 96 since 1990.

It was named for Lord Jeffrey Amherst, commander in the French and Indian War.

Accommodations in Amherst include Whitetail Ridge Lodge. Amherst is part of the Lynchburg, Virginia metro area.


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Bethesda Fine Arts Festival Bethesda MD May11-12 Delight in fine art created by 130 of nation's best artists, live entertainment and Bethesda restaurants.
West Virginia Strawberry Festival Buckhannon WV May15-19 The Festival is a unique, traditional celebration to promote the strawberry harvest. Enthusiastic volunteers provide good, family style entertainment that offers exciting educational and cultural events for everyone.
Virginia Pork Festival Emporia VA June12 The Virginia Pork Festival is one of the East Coast's largest food festivals, combines outstanding pork dishes with continuous live music from multiple stages.
Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival Harrisonburg VA June9-16 The Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival is a week-long summer music festival devoted to promoting an appreciation and understanding of the music of Bach and a featured composer, country, era or people.
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