South Boston, Historic town in Halifax County, Virginia
South Boston spans across 13.2 square miles of land along the Dan River, featuring a downtown district with local businesses and commercial establishments.
Founded in 1796 at Boyd's Ferry, the settlement relocated from the south to the north side of the Dan River due to flooding concerns.
The National Tobacco Festival, established in 1935, marked the agricultural heritage of South Boston until its relocation to Richmond in 1948.
The town provides centralized visitor services through its Main Street office, offering information about local attractions, dining options, and community events.
South Boston made Virginia state history in 1995 by becoming the first independent city to return to town status and rejoin Halifax County.
Location: Halifax County
Inception: 1796
Elevation above the sea: 131 m
Website: http://southboston.com
GPS coordinates: 36.70780,-78.90330
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
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