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Welcome to Appomattox County, Virginia! This special place is home to many important historical sites. Imagine stepping back in time to learn about events that shaped our country.

This page lists places in Appomattox County that are on the National Register of Historic Places. This is like a special list of buildings, areas, or objects that are really important to American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture. When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized for its unique story and is protected so future generations can learn from it.

Appomattox County has 7 amazing places on this list. You can even find some of them on a map using their special location codes!


Exploring Appomattox County's Historic Treasures

Appomattox County is famous for its role in American history. Let's discover some of the incredible places that tell its story.

Appomattox River Bridge: A Link to the Past

The Appomattox River Bridge is more than just a way to cross the river. It's a concrete bridge with a unique design. Bridges like this are important because they connect communities and have seen many changes over the years. This bridge helps people travel along VA 24 and is a recognized part of the county's history.


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Appomattox River Bridge

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July 27, 2005
(#05000771)

| class="adr" | VA 24 over Appomattox River
37°22′55″N 78°47′22″W / 37.381944°N 78.789583°W / 37.381944; -78.789583 (Appomattox River Bridge)

| class="note" | Concrete bridge, each repeating pattern resembling that of the Confederate flag, on VA 24 over the Appomattox River

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park: Where History Was Made

This park is one of the most famous historical sites in the United States. It's where the American Civil War effectively ended in April 1865. General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant here, bringing a close to four long years of fighting. The park preserves the village of Appomattox Court House, allowing visitors to see what it looked like during that pivotal moment. It's a powerful place to learn about peace and reconciliation.


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Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

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October 15, 1966
(#66000827)

| class="adr" | 3 miles (4.8 km) northeast of Appomattox on VA 24
37°22′39″N 78°47′46″W / 37.377500°N 78.796111°W / 37.377500; -78.796111 (Appomattox Court House National Historical Park)

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Appomattox Historic District: A Walk Through Time

The Appomattox Historic District includes many important buildings and streets in the town of Appomattox. Walking through this district is like taking a trip back in time. You can see different styles of architecture and imagine what life was like in the past. It's a great way to understand how the town grew and changed over the years.


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Appomattox Historic District

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May 16, 2002
(#02000510)

| class="adr" | Roughly along High, Church, Highland, VA 131, Linden, Lee Grant, Oakleigh and Evergreen
37°21′14″N 78°49′41″W / 37.353889°N 78.828056°W / 37.353889; -78.828056 (Appomattox Historic District)

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Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center: Learning and Fun in Nature

The Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center is a place where young people can learn and grow. 4-H is a program that helps kids develop skills in areas like leadership, citizenship, and healthy living. This center provides a wonderful outdoor setting for camps and educational activities, connecting kids with nature and important life lessons.


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Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center

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March 15, 2011
(#11000091)

| class="adr" | 1267 4-H Camp Rd., Rte 2
37°23′25″N 78°38′25″W / 37.390278°N 78.640278°W / 37.390278; -78.640278 (Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center)

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Holliday Lake State Park: A Natural Escape

Right next to the 4-H center is Holliday Lake State Park. This beautiful park offers many outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, swimming, and camping. State parks are important for preserving natural areas and providing places for people to enjoy the outdoors. It's a perfect spot for families and friends to relax and explore Virginia's natural beauty.


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Holliday Lake State Park

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October 31, 2012
(#12000903)

| class="adr" | 2759 State Park Rd.
37°23′50″N 78°38′24″W / 37.397222°N 78.640000°W / 37.397222; -78.640000 (Holliday Lake State Park)

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Pamplin Pipe Factory: Clues from the Past

The Pamplin Pipe Factory is now an archaeological site. This means it's a place where scientists study old objects and structures to learn about how people lived long ago. This factory used to make clay pipes, which were common items in the past. By studying the remains of the factory, archaeologists can discover how things were made and traded, giving us clues about daily life in earlier times.


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Pamplin Pipe Factory

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November 25, 1980
(#80004169)

| class="adr" | Business U.S. Route 460
37°15′47″N 78°40′48″W / 37.262917°N 78.680000°W / 37.262917; -78.680000 (Pamplin Pipe Factory)

| class="note" | Clay Pipe factory, now an archaeological site |}

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