White Post Historic District

The White Post Historic District is a village with 23 buildings spread across 25 acres of land, arranged around a white directional post. The collection includes 20 residences, 3 commercial buildings, 2 churches, a parish hall, and the former post office.

The white directional post was established in the 1760s by Thomas, Lord Fairfax, to guide travelers toward Greenway Court estate. George Washington used this marker as a reference point during his travels.

The Bishop Meade Memorial Church displays neogothic design, while the Meadea mansion shows colonial architecture from an earlier period. These two buildings together define the character of the place and reflect different building traditions.

The site sits at a road crossroads and is easy to explore on foot, with buildings spread around the central post. Visiting during daylight hours lets you see the architecture and exterior details clearly.

The original white post has stood at the same location for over 250 years and is a rare example of a navigation marker from that era. Its survival offers a window into 18th-century travel culture.

Location: Clarke County

GPS coordinates: 39.05690,-78.10470

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12