April 2026 Issue (including shipping)

Virginia comes alive in spring—and so does this issue of Virginia Living. We take you on a trip to Fredericksburg that just might inspire your next weekend getaway, then inside a beautiful equestrian estate in Hanover. Nature lovers and armchair explorers will find plenty to love in our feature on the highlights of the Blue Ridge Parkway. And we reveal the secrets behind Historic Garden Week, one petal at a time. In the garden, meet a Lynchburg gardener with a passion for bees and a gardening expert who turns containers into pure couture, bringing genuine artistry to every planting. At the table, seafood lovers will relish our coverage of Slack Tide at Richmond's Ballast, while our story on Autumn Olive Farms will introduce you to some of the finest heritage pork around. We pay tribute to our beloved associate editor, Hope Cartwright (2002-2026) and encourage you to submit your favorite furbaby in our Cutest Pet Photo Contest, Hope’s favorite project. Submissions are open till March 16; then return to vote on March 17. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Virginia Beach SPCA’s lifesaving mission. And don't miss our annual State of Education, highlighting Virginia's top schools across seven categories. There's so much to discover in this issue. Subscribe now and don't miss a single one.

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