Burke's Tavern facts for kids
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Burke's Tavern
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Front and eastern side
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 Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Location | 1.5 mi. W of Burkeville at jct. of VA 621 and VA 607, near Burkeville, Virginia |
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| Area | 2 acres (0.81 ha) |
| NRHP reference No. | 75002027 |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Added to NRHP | July 17, 1975 |
Burke's Tavern is a very old building near Burkeville, Virginia. It used to be an inn and a tavern. An inn was like a hotel where travelers could stay. A tavern was a place where people could eat, drink, and gather.
This historic building was built way back in 1731. It is a one-story house with a brick basement. It has a simple design with a central hallway and brick chimneys on the outside.
A Place in History
Burke's Tavern has seen a lot of history. It was a busy stop for travelers for many years. Imagine people on horses or in carriages stopping there for a rest!
The American Civil War
One of the most important events linked to Burke's Tavern happened during the American Civil War. This war took place from 1861 to 1865. It was a conflict between the northern states (the Union) and the southern states (the Confederacy).
A General's Last Moments
In 1865, near the end of the war, a Union general named Thomas Alfred Smyth was badly hurt. He was a Brigadier General from Delaware. He got his injury during the Battle of High Bridge.
General Smyth was brought to Burke's Tavern. Sadly, he passed away there on April 9, 1865. He was the very last Union general to die in the Civil War. This makes Burke's Tavern a special place in American history.
Protecting History
Because of its long history and important events, Burke's Tavern is a protected site. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. This means it's recognized as a place important to the history of the United States.
