Places To Visit (Locality)

Places To Visit (Locality)

The history of the Revolution can be felt everywhere in Virginia, from the mountains to the beaches. Learn about the American Revolution and Independence and how Virginia helped shape our nation at these attractions and museums.

 




 

Cockram MillCockram Mill
Patrick County

Cockram Mill, located near Meadows of Dan, is the oldest historic grist mill complex in Patrick County. The mill dates to about 1885, and is a two- and three-story rectangular frame building on a concrete foundation. It's located adjacent to a concre... Read More

Goblintown MillGoblintown Mill
Patrick County

Situated on Little Goblintown Creek, near the intersection of Virginia secondary routes 704 and 705 in Patrick County, Goblintown Mill consists of a gristmill, built in the 1850s, and a combination general store and dwelling house, built circa 1902. ... Read More

Gravesite of William LetcherGravesite of William Letcher
Patrick County

This grave is believed to be the oldest in Patrick County. William Letcher was a pioneer and early settler of what would later become Patrick County, Virginia. He was murdered by a Tory sympathizer on August 2, 1780. He was buried on his farm that re... Read More

JackJack's Creek Covered Bridge
Patrick County

This 48-foot span bridge built of oak crosses the Smith River. It was constructed in 1914 by Charles Vaughan of the Buffalo Ridge area and designed by Walter Weaver of Woolwine. This historic landmark, a silent reminder of the past, has been bypassed... Read More

Laurel Hill, Birthplace of J.E.B. StuartLaurel Hill, Birthplace of J.E.B. Stuart
Patrick County

Laurel Hill is located in the southwestern part of Patrick County within sight of the boundary line of North Carolina and Virginia. The seventy-five-acre site, owned by the J.E.B. Stuart Birthplace Preservation Trust, is open to the public dawn to du... Read More

Mayberry Presbyterian ChurchMayberry Presbyterian Church
Patrick County

Mayberry Presbyterian Church is one of the historic rock churches located in the tri-county area of Carroll, Floyd, and Patrick Counties of southwestern Virginia. Mayberry Church is located adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway at Mile Post 180.1, just ... Read More

Patrick County CourthousePatrick County Courthouse
Patrick County

Located in Historic Uptown Stuart, the Patrick County Courthouse was designed and built by Abram Staples and completed in 1822. It displays many characteristics of Jefferson-inspired court buildings in the eastern and central portions of the state.... Read More

Patrick County Historical Society & MuseumPatrick County Historical Society & Museum
Patrick County

The Patrick County Historical Museum is a repository for hundreds of artifacts that represent Patrick County's rich history. Notable items on display include a rare three-seat carriage, a 19th century copper turnip-type moonshine still, an antebellum... Read More

Reynolds HomesteadReynolds Homestead
Patrick County

The Reynolds Homestead, also known as Rock Spring Plantation, is a slave plantation turned historical site. First developed in 1814 by slaveowner Abram Reynolds, it was the primary home of R.J. Reynolds, founder of the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company a... Read More

Slate Mountain Evangelical Presbyterian ChurchSlate Mountain Evangelical Presbyterian Church
Patrick County

Slate Mountain Presbyterian Church are prominently sited within Rock Castle Gap, near the Blue Ridge Parkway. The church is one of the six Childress rock-faced churches located in the Virginia counties of Floyd, Carroll, and Patrick, built between 19... Read More

Stuart Uptown Historic DistrictStuart Uptown Historic District
Patrick County

`Historic Uptown Stuart includes beautiful architecture, museums, many unique shopping and dining experiences on Mainstreet, two LOVE signs, a library, and an expansive park.... Read More

The Hollow History CenterThe Hollow History Center
Patrick County

The Hollow History Center is a historic site with four log buildings and a picnic shelter, with one building housing a collection of local history, photos, and genealogy. Also, on site are horse-drawn farm equipment, a section of the "Dinky" railroad... Read More

 

 

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