Schuyler, Virginia facts for kids
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Schuyler, Virginia
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 Schuyler, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Schuyler, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Nelson |
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 298 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 434 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1500039 |
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Schuyler (pronounced SKY-lur) is a small community in Nelson County, Virginia, United States. It is a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area defined for gathering population data. In 2010, about 298 people lived there. Schuyler is located near the town of Scottsville.
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Schuyler's History
Schuyler was first known as "Walker's Mill." In 1882, it was renamed after Schuyler George Walker. He was a local mill operator and the first postmaster in the area.
The Soapstone Industry
In the late 1800s and early 1900s, Schuyler became a small industrial hub. This was because of the Alberene Stone Company. They had stone cutting plants that processed local soapstone. Soapstone is a special rock that resists acid. It was used to make flat tabletops for labs and hospitals.
However, the Great Depression in the 1930s severely damaged this industry. Schuyler's economy never fully recovered after that time.
A Famous Writer from Schuyler
Schuyler is famous as the birthplace and home of writer Earl Hamner Jr.. He is best known for creating the CBS TV show The Waltons. This popular show was based on his own childhood experiences. It told the story of a large family growing up in rural America during the Great Depression.
Earl, his mother, and his siblings attended Schuyler Baptist Church. In 2014, a special service was held there to honor Hamner. This was during his last visit to the area before he passed away two years later. Country singer Jimmy Fortune also took part in this event.
Hurricane Camille's Impact
In August 1969, Schuyler and the surrounding region suffered greatly. The remnants of Hurricane Camille brought a huge amount of rain. It dumped between 2 and 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) of rain in the area. This caused a lot of flooding and damage.
Schuyler's Historic Places
The Schuyler Historic District is an important part of the community. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2007. This means it's recognized for its historical importance.
See also
- In Spanish: Schuyler (Virginia) para niños
