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Lewisburg, once voted America’s “coolest small town,” has a lively arts community, thriving and varied commerce, and a high quality of life.
The Virginia General Assembly officially established Lewisburg in 1782. At an elevation of 2,300 feet, the seat of Greenbrier County has long been a refuge from East Coast summer heat and humidity. The climate and numerous natural springs have brought visitors to the area since the pre-Colonial era. The town is situated at what was once the crossing of the Seneca and Midland trails, which now are incorporated into U.S. 219 and U.S. 60. Interstate 64 also passes near Lewisburg and nearby White Sulphur Springs, home of the Greenbrier, whose clientele keeps many upscale Lewisburg antique shops, art galleries, and restaurants in business.
Lewisburg is unusually bustling for a town of 3,830 residents. There are dozens of clothing stores, gift shops, pubs, coffee and sandwich shops, bakeries, and places for a more refined meal.