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Studley, Virginia
Unincorporated community
Studley, Virginia is located in Virginia
Studley, Virginia
Studley, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Studley, Virginia is located in the United States
Studley, Virginia
Studley, Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Virginia
County Hanover
Elevation
171 ft (52 m)
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code
23162
Area code(s) 804
GNIS feature ID 1477787

Studley is a small place in Hanover County, Virginia, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.

Welcome to Studley!

Studley is a quiet area known for its history. It's a place where you can find important sites from the past. Even though it's not a big city, it has its own post office with the ZIP code 23162.

Where is Studley?

You can find Studley in the state of Virginia. It's located in Hanover County. If you travel about 12 miles (19 km) northeast from the center of Richmond, you'll reach Studley.

A Peek into History

Studley is special because of its connection to American history. Several places here are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important sites that are protected and recognized for their historical value.

Patrick Henry's Birthplace

One of the most famous spots is the Patrick Henry's Birthplace Archeological Site. Patrick Henry was a very important person in American history. He was a leader during the American Revolution and is famous for his speech where he said, "Give me liberty, or give me death!" This site helps us learn about where he grew up.

Other Historic Spots

Besides Patrick Henry's birthplace, other historic places in Studley include Pine Slash, Totomoi, Williamsville, and Wyoming. Each of these places has its own story and adds to the rich history of the area.

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