Moscow, Virginia facts for kids

Moscow is a very small place in Augusta County, Virginia, in the United States. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it's a small area that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger Augusta County.

You can find Moscow along a road called Virginia State Route 42. It's about 8 miles south of another place called Bridgewater, Virginia.

Welcome to Moscow, Virginia!

Moscow is a quiet spot with only a few people living there. It's not a big city, but it has some important buildings for the people who live nearby.

What is Moscow Like?

In Moscow, you'll find a few houses, a church for the Brethren community, and an elementary school where kids go to learn. There's also a cabinet shop, which is a place where people make furniture, and a small store.

Even though it's small, Moscow is an important business area for the nearby community of Mount Solon, Virginia. People from Mount Solon might come to Moscow for the shops or services available there.

A Bit of History

One important building in Moscow is North River High School. This school was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. This means it's a special building that is important to the history of the area and is protected.

Did you know that the name "Moscow" for this small community was actually taken from the famous big city of Moscow in Russia? It's a fun fact about how places get their names!