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.
Dunnington MansionPrince Edward County
Once a stately and beautiful Victorian manor, Poplar Hill has an extensive and rich history. Sadly, this is far from the truth today. Threatened by housing developments and woeful neglect, this amazing piece of architecture might soon be lost. Br... Read More
Esther Atkinson Museum of Hampden Sydney CollegePrince Edward County
The Atkinson Museum displays items and exhibits on the more 225 years of Hampden-Sydney College history. Temporary exhibits are included in the general offerings of the Museum and feature subjects chosen to compliment studies at the College. From fin... Read More
First Baptist Church Prince Edward County
The First Baptist Church in the Farmville Historic District, founded 1867, emerged as a center for the local black community under the leadership of its pastor, the Reverend L. Francis Griffin, when it sought to desegregate Prince Edward County's pub... Read More
High Bridge Trail State ParkPrince Edward County
Once a rail bed, the trail is wide, level and generally flat. Its finely crushed limestone surface and dimensions make it easy to enjoy. The park's centerpiece is the majestic High Bridge, which is more than 2,400 feet long and 125 feet above the App... Read More
Longwood UniversityPrince Edward County
Founded in 1839 as the Farmville Female Seminary Association, Longwood's history has been one of constant growth and evolution. The institution had a series of names over its early history, becoming Longwood College in 1949, turning fully co-ed in 19... Read More
Robert Russa Moton MuseumPrince Edward County
The Robert Russa Moton Museum is the national center for the study of Civil Rights in Education. Named a National Historic Landmark in 1998, it was the site of the first non-violent student demonstration (1951), an action that led to the Brown vs. Bo... Read More
Sailor's Creek BattlefieldPrince Edward County
Nearly a quarter of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee's army, more than 7,700 men, were killed, wounded or captured on April 6, 1865, at the battle of Sailor's Creek. Lee surrendered his army 72 hours later at Appomattox Court House. The Overton-Hill... Read More
Twin Lakes State ParkPrince Edward County
Twin Lakes State Park, centrally located in Virginia's Piedmont region, provides visitors with a variety of lakefront activities in a secluded setting. Swimming, camping, fishing, canoeing and hiking are popular activities.... Read More