Castleton, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Castleton
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A view from the entrance of the Castleton Festival
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 Castleton, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Castleton, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Rappahannock |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
22716
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| Area code(s) | 540 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1492725 |
Castleton is a small place in Rappahannock County, Virginia, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's not an official town or city with its own local government. It is located to the northwest of Culpeper.
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What is Castleton?
Castleton is a quiet area in the beautiful countryside of Virginia. It's known for its natural beauty and a special music festival.
Culture and History
Castleton has a rich cultural side, especially thanks to a famous musician.
Castleton Festival
A very famous conductor named Lorin Maazel (1930–2014) had a large property in Castleton. He used his 600-acre estate to create the Castleton Festival. This festival was a big event every summer. It brought together young artists and performers from all over the world. They would learn and perform music, opera, and other arts. It was a place for creativity and learning.
Historic Places
Castleton is also home to some important old buildings. These buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical importance.
- The George L. Carder House is one of these historic buildings.
- The Scrabble School is another important site. It was once a school and now stands as a reminder of the area's past.
Famous People from Castleton
Even though Castleton is a small community, some notable people have lived or been connected to it.
- Lorin Maazel (1930–2014) was a world-famous conductor, composer, and violinist. He was known for leading many of the world's top orchestras. As mentioned, he founded the Castleton Festival.
- Dietlinde Turban (*1957) is an actress. She is also the wife of Lorin Maazel.
