Cismont, Virginia facts for kids
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Cismont
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 Cismont
Location in Virginia
Cismont
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Albemarle |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1495392 |
Cismont is a small, unincorporated community located in Albemarle County, Virginia. An unincorporated community means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. It's part of the larger county.
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Historic Places in Cismont
Cismont is home to some important historical sites. Two of these places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is an official list kept by the United States government. It includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.
Castle Hill Estate
One of the listed sites is Castle Hill. This historic estate has a long history. It shows what life was like in Virginia many years ago.
Grace Episcopal Church
Another important place is Grace Episcopal Church. This church is also recognized for its historical value. It has been a central part of the community for a long time.
Zion Hill Baptist Church
Zion Hill Baptist is a church in Cismont with a rich history. It is known as a historically Black Church. In December 1974, Dr. R. A. Johnson was the pastor of this church.
Famous People from Cismont
Some interesting people have lived in Cismont.
Ralph Horween: Football Star
One notable resident was Ralph Horween (1896–1997). He was a talented athlete who played football. He was an All-American player for the Harvard Crimson team. After college, he went on to play professionally in the National Football League.
