Beaverdam, Virginia facts for kids
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Beaverdam, Virginia
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 Beaverdam, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Beaverdam, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Hanover |
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 804 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1492536 |
Beaverdam is a small community in Hanover County, Virginia. It is not a city or town, but an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government. Beaverdam is located in the central part of the U.S. state of Virginia.
The community got its name from the many beaver dams found in the area. Today, Beaverdam is mostly farmland. It is also a suburb of Richmond, a larger city nearby. A railroad still runs through Beaverdam. The Buckingham Branch Railroad, a company based in Virginia, operates it.
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History and Famous Places
Beaverdam is home to several important historic sites. These places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes buildings and sites that are important to American history.
Historic Buildings and Homes
- Scotchtown was once the home of Patrick Henry. He was a very important person in American history. Patrick Henry was a founding father and a leader during the American Revolution. He is famous for his "Give me liberty or give me death!" speech.
- Beaverdam Depot is an old train station. It played a role in the community's past.
- Dewberry is another historic home in the area.
- Trinity Church is a historic church building.
Notable People from Beaverdam
Beaverdam has been home to several interesting people.
- Thomas Nelson Page grew up in Beaverdam. He was a well-known author in the early 1900s. He also worked as an American diplomat. A diplomat represents their country in other nations.
- Damien Woody is a former professional football player. He used to play for the New York Jets in the NFL. He lives in Beaverdam today.
- Ted Atkinson (1916-2005) was a famous jockey. A jockey is a person who rides horses in races. He was so good that he was inducted into the U. S. Racing Hall of Fame. He also made his home in Beaverdam.
Education in Beaverdam
The community has its own school, Beaverdam Elementary School. It is part of the Hanover County Public Schools system. In 2006, the school celebrated its 100th anniversary. This means it had been teaching students for a whole century!
