Short Pump, Suburban district in Henrico County, Virginia, United States.
Short Pump is a suburban district in Henrico County featuring residential neighborhoods, commercial areas, and public spaces. The Short Pump Town Center anchors the area as a large shopping complex housing many stores and dining options.
The area grew around a tavern established in 1814 that served as a stagecoach stop connecting Richmond and Charlottesville. This early transportation function shaped its development into a commercial center.
The district serves as a modern shopping and dining hub where residents gather for everyday needs and leisure activities. The Short Pump Town Center acts as a social meeting point for the local community and visitors from surrounding areas.
The area is car-oriented with plenty of parking available throughout, especially at the Town Center. Walking paths between different sections are well-developed, making shopping and strolling easy.
The name comes from a water pump with a short handle that once stood under the porch of the original tavern. This unusual origin remains a distinctive part of local history today.
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