Hume, Virginia facts for kids
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Hume, Virginia
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 Hume, Virginia
Location in Northern Virginia
Hume, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Hume, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Fauquier |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
22639
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Hume is a small village located in Fauquier County, Virginia. It's not an officially incorporated town, but a community where people live. Hume is about five miles south of Interstate 66's Exit 18. The village gets its name from the local Hume family who lived in the area. You can find Hume along Virginia State Route 688, and it's just east of the Rappahannock County line. The community has its own post office with a special code called a ZIP Code (22639). It is also home to a local winery.
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A Look Back in Time
Hume was once known by a different name: Barbee's Crossroads. This was back in the mid-1800s. The name came from Joseph Barbee, who leased land here in 1787. The village was at the northern end of the Leeds Manor Turnpike, a road built in 1848. The center of the village is where Leeds Manor Road (Route 688) and Hume Road (Route 635) meet. This spot was once simply called the "Crossroads."
Village Life and Businesses
In the past, Hume was a busy place. It had three stores and four blacksmith shops. Later, a fourth store opened up. Many families in the area worked on the large cattle farms nearby.
Hume During the Civil War
During the American Civil War, Hume played a role in caring for wounded soldiers. After the First and Second Battles of Bull Run, injured soldiers were brought to Barbee's Crossroads. The local Leed's Church (Episcopal) was used by both Union and Confederate soldiers at different times. The church was damaged during nearby fighting when a shell exploded inside. In 1873, the church burned down but was later rebuilt.
Historic Places to See
Barbee's Tavern: A Glimpse into the Past
On the northwest corner of the Crossroads stands a yellow building. This old log tavern, built around 1787 by Joe Barbee, was known as Barbee's Tavern. It was a busy place during colonial times and the Civil War. Inside, you can still see wide pine floors, exposed American Chestnut logs, and three stone fireplaces.
When the tavern was turned into a house, the owners found old newspapers lining the walls. It's believed that Barbee's Post Office was also located nearby, attached to a house directly across from the tavern.
Hume Historic District
The Hume Historic District is a special area that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. This means it's recognized as an important historical place worth preserving.
