Grizzard, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Grizzard, Virginia
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Unincorporated community
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Former train station
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 Grizzard, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Grizzard, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Sussex |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 804 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1477378 |
Grizzard is a small, unincorporated community located in Sussex County, Virginia, United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Grizzard is situated about 6.5 miles (10.5 km) (which is about 10.5 kilometers) to the east-northeast of a larger town called Emporia. It's a quiet area that has some interesting history.
Exploring Grizzard's History
Fortsville: A Historic Landmark
Near Grizzard, there's a special place called Fortsville. This historic site was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.
Being on the National Register means that Fortsville is recognized as a very important building or area. It has a rich history that the United States government wants to protect and remember for future generations.
