Fairfax is an independent city located in Fairfax County, within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. It is approximately 17 miles southwest of downtown Washington, D.C. As of the 2020 census, the population was 24,146. It is the county seat of Fairfax County, Virginia.

Historic Blenheim is known for its exceptional collection of Union soldiers' Civil War graffiti. Historic Blenheim offers several programs with a Civil War focus throughout the year. The premier program is Civil War Day, a living history event, annually held the last Saturday in April.

Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center features exhibitions about local and regional history, including the permanent exhibit The Fairfax Story. The Museum hosts several historic programs throughout the year, including the popular Second Sunday series.