Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

Appomattox , Virginia is a large, rural county located in Central Virginia and is steeped in history- Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant here on April 9, 1865, reuniting our country after the Civil War 143 years ago. Appomattox Court House National Historical Park is a large complex of historic buildings including the McClean Home and is voted one of the best Civil War parks. If you're considering relocating to Appomattox and are looking for a unique property, consider the following, located twelve miles from the McClean House on land considered Civil War surrender ground territory. The entire acreage of this property ... Read Full Story

Appomattox , Virginia is a large, rural county located in Central Virginia and is steeped in history- Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant here on April 9, 1865, reuniting our country after the Civil War 143 years ago. Appomattox Court House National Historical Park is a large complex of historic buildings including the McClean Home and is voted one of the best Civil War parks. If you're considering relocating to Appomattox and are looking for a unique property, consider the following, located twelve miles from the McClean House on land considered Civil War surrender ground territory. The entire acreage of this property ... Read Full Story

                             Appomattox Railroad Station, converted to Visitor Center There is so much local Civil War history in Lynchburg, Virginia but for the history buff, a trip to Appomattox County , Virginia is a must. Appomattox  is located approximately 18 miles east of Lynchburg and holds a significant place in American history. It was here that the Civil War came to an end in April, 1865. Appomattox is a small city in a largely rural county. Spend the day at Appomattox Court House National Historical Park Attend the annual Railroad Days Festival in October CLICK HERE For local and regional links, schools, utilities & media ... Read Full Story

I love Fall in Virginia: the crisp air, the leaves changing colors, apple picking and all of those Festivals . I received a call this afternoon from a gentleman who read a blog I wrote last year on the Appomattox Railroad Festival. He's planning to come to this year's events and asked about the local accomodations . The 36th Historic Appomattox Railroad Festival will be held on Main Street, downtown Appomattox. This has become one of the largest festivals in Virginia drawing over 30,000 people in 2006 and shouldn't be missed. This year the festival takes place the weekend of October 11-12, 2008. Appomattox ... Read Full Story

I love Fall in Virginia: the crisp air, the leaves changing colors, apple picking and all of those Festivals . I received a call this afternoon from a gentleman who read a blog I wrote last year on the Appomattox Railroad Festival. He's planning to come to this year's events and asked about the local accomodations . The 36th Historic Appomattox Railroad Festival will be held on Main Street, downtown Appomattox. This has become one of the largest festivals in Virginia drawing over 30,000 people in 2006 and shouldn't be missed. This year the festival takes place the weekend of October 11-12, 2008. Appomattox ... Read Full Story