Henrico, Virginia facts for kids

Henrico is a name used by the U.S. Postal Service for certain areas within Henrico County, Virginia. These areas are not separate towns. Instead, they are parts of the county that surround the city of Richmond.

When you send mail to these areas, the Post Office might accept "Richmond" as the city name. Other names like Highland Springs, Regency, and Ridge are also sometimes used. However, names like Millers, Montrose, Montrose Heights, Staples Mill, Tuckahoe, Varina, and Westbury are not usually recommended for mailing addresses.

Historic Places in Henrico

The area known as Henrico is home to important historical sites. One such place is Curles Neck Farm. This farm is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register is a special list of places in the United States that are important for their history, architecture, or archaeology.