Fun in Central VA - History

Ash Lawn–Highland
Restored home and 550 acre estate of the fifth President James Monroe.
1000 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville
434-293-9539
www.ashlawnhighland.org
   
Lewis and Clark Exploratory Center
      Explores the Lewis and Clark Expedition which started in Charlottesville. Hands-on activities for children.
      County Office Building South
      1600 5th Street, Charlottesville
      434-979-2425
      www.lewisandclarkeast.org

    Michie Tavern
      Dine on bountiful southern fare, participate in living history, or visit three unique shops.
      683 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville
      434-977-1234
      www.michietavern.com

    Monticello
      Home of the third U.S. President and author of the Declaration of Independence.
      931 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville
      434-984-9800
      www.monticello.com

    Scotchtown
      One of Virginia’s oldest plantation houses. Scotchtown was Patrick Henry’s home during the Revoutionary War.
      Hanover   County
      Rt. 2, Beaverdam

    Slash Christian Church D.O.C.
      Slash Church, of St.  Paul’s Parish, built 1729. Pastored by Rev. Patrick Henry, uncle of Patrick Henry, from 1737-1777. Used as ‘hotel’ for Confederate Brig. Gen. L. O’Brian Branch & 4,500 soldiers during Civil War. Free.
      11353 Mt. Hermon Road, Ashland
      804-798-4520
      www.slashcc2.org/

    UVa Rotunda and Central Grounds
      Original Grounds of the University, including the Rotunda and the Lawn, designed by Thomas Jefferson. Tours of the Rotunda are offered daily.
      University Avenue, Charlottesville
      434-924-3239
      www.virginia.edu/academicalvillage