Dryden is a part of the Lee County region area of Virginia, known for being where the state begins. Major attractions include John Fox Jr. Museum, Coal Museum and Netherland Inn Museum. Each year in the summer season there are tours to the art galleries, golfing and boating in the area. Among the biggest companies in Dryden are Ceramic Classroom and New Beginnings. The biggest schools here are Dryden Elementary School and Elijah Knob Schools. One of the best places to visit when you are in Dryden is Patio Drive-In, a great restaurant for good food and service. Famous persons from Dryden include Robert E. Lee, a military leader.