The Fredericksburg-Este Association, founded in 2015, nurtures friendship and cultural understanding between Fredericksburg and its sister city, Este, Italy, through exchanges, programs and events.
Latest Upcoming Events and News
FRIDAY FEB 7:
Wine Tasting. Fraser Wood Elements
6:00pm to 8:30pm
1023 Caroline Street. $25. This popular event, which features Italian wines and commentaries offered by our downtown friends CityVino, includes several Italian varieties, and lovely cheeses and other small bite hors d’oeuvres.
This is an excellent event for including friends who may be interested in joining. Members and guests are invited. Wines will also be available for purchase.
Register online, to the right by clicking the register now button, or send your checks payable to
Fredericksburg-Este Association to PO Box 157, Fredericksburg, VA 22404,
or with prior reservation, you may pay at the door.
Please send reservation notes to fredeste2015@gmail.com, with WINE TASTING RESERVATIONS in the subject line.
FRIDAY MARCH 13: Lecture. Pre-Roman Northern Italy. Billy Chestnut. Friday, March 13. St. George’s Church
April 17:
Commedia dell’Arte, Dr. Ashley Anglin. St. George’s Church. Free.
Fredericksburg and Este: Much in Common
Population of Fredericksburg: 19,000
60 miles from Washington, DC
Near large body of water
Historically Rich, and actively involved in Preserving Heritage
Active Arts Community: Painting, Weaving, Photography, Ceramics
Nearby Wineries and Farming
Restaurants, Tourism, Festivals
Light Manufacturing and Small Businesses
Successful Sister City Involvement
Population of Este: 17,000
60 miles from Venice
Near large body of water
Historically Rich, and actively involved in Preserving Heritage
Active Arts Community: Photography, Ceramics
Wineries and Agricultural Heritage
Restaurants, Tourism, Festivals
Light Manufacturing and Small Businesses
Successful Sister City Involvement
