Charles Sweeney Cabin, Historical cabin in Appomattox Court House, Virginia.
The Charles Sweeney Cabin features a single room with a loft space, supported by fieldstone piers and constructed with traditional oak shakes roofing.
Built between 1830 and 1840, the cabin gained recognition when General Fitzhugh Lee and his staff reportedly stayed there before the Civil War surrender.
The dwelling belonged to Charles Sweeney, uncle of Joel Sweeney, who introduced innovations to the five-string American banjo in the 1840s.
Located at coordinates 37.3786°N, 78.7964°W, the cabin measures twenty feet by eighteen feet and contains original architectural elements including balusters and paneled doors.
The interior space served multiple functions, combining living room, dining room, kitchen, workroom, and bedroom within its whitewashed walls.
Location: Virginia
GPS coordinates: 37.37860,-78.79640
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:41
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