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Riner
Riner is located in Shenandoah Valley
Riner
Riner
Location in Shenandoah Valley
Riner is located in Virginia
Riner
Riner
Location in Virginia
Riner is located in the United States
Riner
Riner
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Virginia
County Montgomery
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 1,196
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP codes
24149
Area code(s) 540
FIPS code 51-67256
GNIS feature ID 2584908

Riner is a small community located in Montgomery County, Virginia, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government. The population of Riner was 1,196 people according to the 2020 Census.

Exploring Riner: A Virginia Community

Riner is a friendly place where people live and go to school. It's found in the beautiful state of Virginia. Even though it's not a city, it has important buildings and a strong community feel.

Historic Places in Riner

Riner is home to some special places that are part of history. These sites are so important that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect buildings and areas that tell us about the past.

  • The Howard-Bell-Feather House is one of these historic buildings. It shows us what homes looked like long ago.
  • The Riner Historic District is an area with many old buildings. Together, they tell the story of how Riner grew over time.

Schools and Education

Education is a big part of the Riner community. Students in Riner attend schools that are all located right in the area. This makes it easy for kids to learn and grow close to home.

  • Auburn Elementary School is where younger students start their learning journey.
  • Auburn Middle School helps students transition to more advanced studies.
  • Auburn High School prepares older students for college or careers.

Fun at Camp Carysbrook

Riner is also home to a very special place for girls: Camp Carysbrook. This camp has a long history of providing fun and learning experiences.

  • Camp Carysbrook opened in 1923.
  • It is the oldest overnight camp for girls in the entire state of Virginia.
  • Girls can enjoy many activities and make new friends there.
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