I love Fall in Virginia: the crisp air, the leaves changing colors, apple picking and all of those Festivals.
I received a call this afternoon from a gentleman who read a blog I wrote last year on the Appomattox Railroad Festival. He's planning to come to this year's events and asked about the local accomodations.
The 36th Historic Appomattox Railroad Festival will be held on Main Street, downtown Appomattox. This has become one of the largest festivals in Virginia drawing over 30,000 people in 2006 and shouldn't be missed. This year the festival takes place the weekend of October 11-12, 2008. Appomattox is located approximately 30 minutes from Lynchburg.
Norfolk & Southern Railroad donated the Appomattox Depot to the Town of Appomattox. This street will be packed with people enjoying the parade, live music, arts & craft vendors, food, demonstrations, games and rides for the kids. There are lots of great shops on Main Street to peruse. Don't forget to visit the railroad station where there are train exhibits on display.
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A short drive away is Appomattox Court House, where General Lee surrendered to General Grant on April 9, 1865. You can enjoy both locations - Come for a visit!
Appomattox Court House NHP
Visit the park daily from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Call 434-352-8987 for scheduled events. The park is closed on: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Would you like more information on the town of Appomattox, Virginia? Contact me at:
Debbie Malone, Realtor (R)
RE/MAX 1st Olympic
(434) 546-0369
Love the photo....love the charm. it's similar to depot's in Westchester - we have a few stations in dire need of renovations.
Debbie, sounds like a fantastic event in Appomattox. I love the fact that a reader of your blog contacted you about this year's festival. That is great and just goes to show that people continue to read even thought they may take a year or so to finally get in touch. Great job and have a blast at the Appomattox Railroad Festival.
Ruthmarie, they did a wonderful restoration on the Appomattox Depot. There is another in the community of Pamplin that houses the library and a few shops. Nice when these vintage buildings are saved. Thanks for commenting.
Gena, Appomattox is a small community, so add 30,000 people and it gets real cozy! Growing up around trains I LOVE the Historic Appomattox Railroad Festival and look forward to going this year.
Debbie-
I have been to Appomattox, It was a long but beautiful drive from Northern Va.
Appomattox and Lynchburg are beautiful this time of year, if I still lived in VA this is where I'd be!
Hi Bryant, It is a good 4 hour drive to Washington for us, but it's a beautiful drive up Route 29. tThanks for stopping by!
Hi Jane, I just love the Central Virginia area....it's still very rural and I enjoy seeing the Blue Ridge Mountains every day. Thanks for commenting.