Lots of communities in Virginia are sharing the love. Their LoveWorks signs demonstrate creativity as well as personal interpretations of the word’s meaning. Discover the signs and their unique locations, commemorate your visit with photos, and show your love of craft beer with a visit to a nearby Beerwerks brewery.
LOVEwork at Stable Craft Brewing / 375 Madrid Rd, Waynesboro
The LOVEwork at Stable Craft Brewing captures the “humble farm lifestyle … many locals live every day.” Visitors will see letters crafted from a giant tractor tire topped with a cowboy hat, beer kegs, and reclaimed wood. Spend some time learning about the brewery’s history and sustainable farming practices, gaze at the lovely landscape, and, of course, enjoy a glass of beer.
LOVEwork in Massanutten / 3827 Massanutten Drive, McGaheysville
10 minutes from BrewHaHa Brewing Company
The Massanutten Property Owners Association constructed their love sign of natural elements like wood and tree trunks from the surrounding forests. The sign is 11 feet high and 35 feet wide, one of the biggest in Virginia! After you photograph the sign, you’ll want to explore the adjacent Massanutten Family Entertainment Center for swimming, mini golf, go karts, and bumper cars.
Elkton LOVEwork / 173 W. Spotswood Avenue, Elkton
1 minute from Elkton Brewing Co.
Come see the monthly changes to the design of the Elkton LOVEwork. Originally installed in 2017 by the Elkton Progressive Improvement Committee, it’s decorated by different small businesses, civic groups, and members of the community for different purposes like holidays, graduations, and awareness campaigns for a variety of causes. Nearby at 196 W. Spotswood Avenue, find a large LOVEworks mural that depicts positive character traits.
LOVEwork in Waynesboro / Constitution Park
2 minutes from Basic City Beer Co.
Waynesboro’s LOVEwork sign is installed in Constitution Park on the banks of the South River. It depicts a fishing theme, and you’ll probably see actual fishermen fishing from the overlook platform and the banks. Stroll a short way down the South River Greenway to find a second LOVEworks sign, decorated by Waynesboro High School students. Next, explore the public art along Waynesboro’s mural trail and hit up the walkable downtown for food and shopping before heading over to Basic City Beer Co. for a cold pint.
LOVEwork in Harrisonburg / 311-331 S Main St, Harrisonburg
1 minute from Pale Fire Brewing Co.
The LOVEwork sign in Harrisonburg sits upon a base of solid bluestone, a common building material in the area. The rest of the materials are repurposed or locally-sourced. The letters represent the agricultural background of the area, the exciting outdoors, the thriving art scene, and Harrisonburg’s diverse population. Nearby, you’ll find educational plaques to help you better understand important cultural themes.
LOVEwork at Oasis Fine Art & Craft / 103 S Main St, Harrisonburg
3 minutes from The Friendly Fermenter
The Oasis Fine Art & Craft LOVEwork is another that draws attention to Harrisonburg’s unique cultural diversity and growing art scene. This Friendly City mosaic features the word “love” in a variety of languages and was created by artists, high school students, and members of the community.
LOVEwork at Back Home on the Farm / 2915 Willow Run Road, Rockingham
8 minutes from Brothers Craft Brewing
The rustic, wooden letters of the LOVEworks sign located on the old farm gate at Back Home of the Farm will bring good, wholesome feelings to the entire family. Plan a day to explore over thirty fun and agricultural activities like a corn maze, an enchanted fairy garden, and a carousel.
LOVEwork at Natural Bridge State Park / 6477 S Lee Hwy, Natural Bridge
9 minutes from Great Valley Farm Brewery and Winery
You’ll get a preview of the sights at Natural Bridge State Park when you check out the LOVEworks sign. The letters are painted with the bridge, Lace Falls, and more. After you pose by the sign, see the bridge in real life, hike the trails, and let the kids play on the play trail and in the nature center.
LOVEwork at JJ’s Meat Shak / 1607 Magnolia Ave, Buena Vista, VA 24416
15 minutes from Heliotrope Brewery
Dine at JJ’s Meat Shak for some delicious barbeque and stick around to admire (and pose in front of) the LOVEworks mural. The mural is just steps away from Buena Vista’s scenic Riverwalk Trail, and it depicts important elements of the Rockbridge County experience like the Blue Ridge Parkway. Nearby colleges Southern Virginia University, Virginia Military Institute, and Washington & Lee University are also celebrated.
LOVEwork in Dayton / 382 High Street, Dayton
10 minutes from Restless Moons Brewing Company
The LOVEwork sign at Dayton’s Heritage Museum celebrates “the historical and rural character of the town and embodies the spirit of the Shenandoah Valley.” Check out the museum’s permanent and changing exhibits, including the 5,000-square foot “Invincible Spirit,” about the history of the Shenandoah Valley as well as their folk art collection and genealogy research library.
LOVEwork at Cave Hill Farms Brewery / 1001 Jacob Burner Dr, McGaheysville
The cool metal sign on the wall of an old structure at Cave Hill Farms Brewery reflects the sun and lights up at night. Stop in for some photos and some delicious craft beer.
