Redd Shop, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Redd Shop
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Country | United States |
State | Virginia |
County | Prince Edward |
Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
GNIS feature ID | 1473071 |
Redd Shop is a small place in Prince Edward County, Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community."
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it does not have its own separate local government. Unlike a city or a town, it does not have its own mayor or town council. Instead, the area is usually governed by the larger county it is part of. For Redd Shop, this means it is governed by Prince Edward County.
A Bit of History: Falkland
One important historical site near Redd Shop is a place called Falkland. This special location was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. Being on this list means it is recognized as a place that is very important to the history or culture of the United States. This recognition helps protect these places for future generations to learn from and enjoy.