Horsepen, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Horsepen, Virginia
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Unincorporated community
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 Horsepen, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Horsepen, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Tazewell |
| Elevation | 1,978 ft (603 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
24619
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| Area code(s) | 276 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1499578 |
Horsepen is a small, unincorporated community located in Tazewell County, Virginia, in the United States. It sits right near the border with West Virginia. Even though it's a small place, Horsepen has its own post office, which helps connect the community.
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A Look Back: Horsepen's Story
How Horsepen Got Its Name
The name "Horsepen" has an interesting history! Long ago, this area was used by the Cherokee people. They found a natural spot in the land that worked like a perfect pen for horses. This natural horse pen is how the community got its unique name.
The Post Office's Journey
The Horsepen post office also has a story. It was first located in West Virginia, just across the state line. Later, it was moved to the Virginia side of the border. Today, the post office serves the community with the ZIP code 24619.
Where is Horsepen?
Horsepen is found in the southwestern part of Virginia. It is about 5.4 miles (or 8.7 kilometers) north of the town of Tazewell. Its location along the West Virginia state line makes it a border community.
