Fairfax, VA
Music connected to Fairfax
About Fairfax
- • Scott McKenzie, singer of "San Francisco," was born in Fairfax and raised there.
- • ICQ, the pioneering instant messaging program, was partly developed in Fairfax.
- • Its strategic location on the Little River Turnpike boosted Fairfax's early growth.
- • A time capsule buried in 1999 is scheduled to be opened in 2049.
- • The Civil War's first officer casualty occurred in Fairfax during a skirmish.
- • Named for Lord Thomas Fairfax, it was established in 1805 and incorporated in 1874.
- • With over 24,000 residents, it's smaller than its surrounding county.
- • At 351 feet, the elevation offers slight relief from coastal humidity.
- • Many Fairfax residents work in professional, scientific, and technical services.
- • A blend of historical charm and modern convenience creates a comfortable feeling.
- • The Washington Capitals, based nearby, won their first Stanley Cup in 2018.
- • George Mason University's Patriots reached the Final Four in the 2006 NCAA Tournament.
