Stafford, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Stafford, Virginia
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Aerial view of Stafford
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Location in Stafford County and the state of Virginia.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Stafford |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.27 sq mi (11.07 km2) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 5,370 |
| • Density | 1,256.4/sq mi (485.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
22554, 22556
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| Area code(s) | 540 |
Stafford, also known as Stafford Courthouse, is a special kind of community in Stafford County, Virginia, United States. It's called a census-designated place, which means it's a specific area the government tracks for population. Stafford is also the main town, or county seat, of Stafford County.
In 2020, about 5,370 people lived here. Stafford is located about 10 kilometers north of Fredericksburg. It's also about 40 kilometers south of Washington, D.C., and 60 kilometers north of Richmond, which is Virginia's capital city. A large military base, Marine Corps Base Quantico, is just north of Stafford. You can find Stafford Courthouse where U.S. Route 1 and Courthouse Road meet.
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A Look at Stafford's Past
Stafford has an interesting history, especially from the early days of America.
Pocahontas and Early History
In April 1613, an English sea captain named Samuel Argall met Pocahontas near this area. He took her with him to try and get some English prisoners released by her father. Pocahontas later married an English colonist named John Rolfe in 1614. They traveled to England in 1616, where Pocahontas passed away in 1617.
Railroad Connections
In the 1800s, Stafford was a stop on the Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad. This railroad was important for moving people and goods. Today, a company called CSX Transportation continues the work of that old railroad.
Historic Places to See
Several important historical sites in Stafford are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their special history and are protected. These places include:
- Accokeek Furnace Archeological Site
- Aquia Church
- Public Quarry at Government Island
- Redoubt No. 2
- Stafford Training School
People from Stafford
Many interesting people have connections to Stafford. Here are a few:
- Traci Hunter Abramson: A writer who creates exciting novels.
- Erin Cahill: An actress you might have seen in movies or TV shows.
- Palmer Hayden: A famous American painter.
- Gary Jennings Jr.: A professional football player who plays as a wide receiver in the NFL.
- Pocahontas: A Native American woman from the Powhatan people. She is well-known for her connection to the early English settlement at Jamestown.
- Joey Slye: An American football kicker who plays for the Washington Commanders.
- Raymond Terczak Jr.: A racing driver.
Images for kids
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Aerial view of Stafford
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Location of Stafford in Stafford County and Virginia
