Overview
About Appomattox Court House National Historical Park.
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Questions remained: could the nation reunite as one? How would emancipation be realized?
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Weather
The park may close due to emergency weather conditions (typically snow or ice). For updated information about possible closure or altered hours due to weather, please call 434-352-8987 ext. 245.
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Hiking at Appomattox Court House
10-240 MinutesAppomattox Court House NHP offers nearly eight miles of trails for hiking and exploring!
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Living History
20-40 MinutesA living history talk is presented by a staff member who portrays a person who actually lived during 1865 and shares with visitors what he or she experienced around the time of the surrender. These talks are typically from April-October.
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Ranger Talks
20-35 MinutesRanger talks are scheduled on most days from April through September.
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