Where can one see symbolic oak trees in Front Royal today?
Three exist in town, and they are worth visiting to regain a sense of the pride once taken in this moving symbol by the early inhabitants of the area. The Constitution Oak, planted in commemoration of our nation’s independence and drafting of a constitution, can be seen behind the Warren County Government Center on the east side of Warren Avenue near the Post Office. The second symbolic oak is planted on the southeast corner of the intersection of Peyton and Crescent Streets. The third oak planted in celebration of the tree’s symbolic significance is the “Millennium Oak,” located near the intersection of Commerce Avenue and Prospect Street. Planted in 2000 by the Front Royal/Warren County Tree Stewards, the “Millennium Oak” commemorates the Town of Front Royal’s designation as part of the Tree City USA program, and a marker is placed at the site. An oak was chosen because of the tradition of oaks in Front Royal’s history. All three of these trees many years from now will help continue
