National Register of Historic Places

Walnut Hill

Lynchburg, Campbell County, Virginia
Listed
January 27, 2000
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
99001724

About this property

Walnut Hill is a historic home located in Campbell County, Virginia. The building is notable mainly for its Georgian architecture and its many structures. Its architectural significance is from the original building and frame remaining. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2000. The land was initially owned by the Clark family, who obtained it by a land grant from King George III. The property also stood witness to events in the Civil War. A "drill field" or muster ground is said to have existed at Walnut Hill during the war, located on the low ground along Flat Creek at the southeast end of the property.

Location

Lynchburg, Campbell County, Virginia
37.27144, -79.21960

Categories

ARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Walnut Hill listed on the National Register?

Walnut Hill was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 27, 2000.

What type of historic resource is Walnut Hill?

Walnut Hill is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Walnut Hill?

The period of significance for Walnut Hill is recorded as the industrial era.

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