Today, Lexington's primary economic activities stem from higher education
and tourism. Located at the intersection of historic U.S. Route 11 and U.S.
Route 60 and more modern highways, Interstate 64 and Interstate 81. With its
various connections to the Civil War, Lexington attracts visitors from around
the country. Places of interest in Lexington include the Stonewall Jackson
House, Lee Chapel, the George C. Marshall Museum, Virginia Military Institute
Museum, Museum of Military Memorabilia, and the downtown historic district.
Hull's Drive In theatre attracts visitors to the area and was the first
community-owned,
