Flint Hill, Rappahannock County, Virginia facts for kids
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Flint Hill, Virginia
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Census-designated place (CDP)
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A view of Flint Hill along Zachary Taylor Highway
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Location of the Flint Hill CDP within Rappahannock County
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 Flint Hill, Rappahannock County, Virginia
Location in Virginia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Rappahannock |
| Population | |
| • Total | 209 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
22627
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| Area code(s) | 540 |
Flint Hill is a small community in Rappahannock County, Virginia, in the United States. It is called a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means it is a special area the government uses for counting people. In 2010, about 209 people lived there.
Flint Hill is located on Route 522. It is only about two miles east of the famous Shenandoah National Park. The village has many different kinds of buildings. You can find farm buildings, homes, churches, and schools. These buildings show off various architectural styles.
Most of Flint Hill is part of a special area called the Flint Hill Historic District. This district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012. This means it is a place with important history. Two other places in Flint Hill, the Caledonia Farm and the Flint Hill Baptist Church, are also listed separately as historic sites. Just north of the town is the Wakefield Country Day School. This private school opened in 1972 and serves students from Rappahannock County and nearby areas.
History of Flint Hill
The story of Flint Hill began a long time ago, around the year 1740. It started as a simple crossroads where different paths met. People would gather and trade here.
Becoming a Village
In 1843, Flint Hill officially became a "census-designated place" by an act of the General Assembly. This helped it grow and become more organized. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, Flint Hill became a busy and important village for the region. It is still a lively community today.
Historic Recognition
Because of its rich history and interesting buildings, Flint Hill was recognized as a registered historic place in 2012. This helps protect its unique character for future generations.
Images for kids
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A view of Flint Hill along Zachary Taylor Highway
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Location of the Flint Hill CDP within Rappahannock County
See also
In Spanish: Flint Hill (Virginia) para niños
