National Register of Historic Places

North Bend

Weyanoke, Charles City County, Virginia
Listed
August 20, 1989
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
89001107

About this property

North Bend Plantation is an estate located on the north bank of the James River in Charles City County, Virginia. It is located along State Route 5, a scenic byway which runs between the independent cities of Richmond and Williamsburg. The North Bend Plantation site was first inhabited by the Weanoc Indians. The original portion of the present house was built in 1819 by John Minge. In 1853 the home was doubled in size by Thomas Hamlin Willcox. Architectural detailing from the expansion included Greek Revival detailing reminiscent of the designs of builder/architect Asher Benjamin. In 1864 North Bend served as the headquarters of Major General Philip Sheridan as 30,000 Union Army troops prepared to cross the James River on a pontoon bridge during the Overland Campaign. The home has been in the Copland family since 1916. North Bend was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. The grounds are open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily and guided tours of the house are available daily by appointment. North Bend Plantation - National Park Service, National Register Travel Itinerary North Bend Plantation - Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail

Location

Weyanoke, Charles City County, Virginia
37.31186, -77.05546

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Nearby Historic Sites

Kittiewan
Industrial
0.7 mi
Upper Weyanoke
Industrial
1.3 mi
Charles City County Courthouse
Colonial
2.3 mi
Nance-Major House and Store
Civil War
2.5 mi
Tyler, John, House
Industrial
2.5 mi

Nearby Battles

Battle of Harrison's Landing
1862Civil War
2.3 mi

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When was North Bend listed on the National Register?

North Bend was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 20, 1989.

What type of historic resource is North Bend?

North Bend is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for North Bend?

The period of significance for North Bend is recorded as the industrial era.

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