Wigwam, Historic residence in Chula, Virginia, United States.
The Wigwam features 18 rooms, 4 chimneys with 13 fireplaces, and 65 windows including 17 dormers spread across its architectural layout.
Built in 1790 near the Appomattox River, the Wigwam served as home to Virginia Governor William Branch Giles and later the Harrison family.
The property housed the Amelia Academy, a prestigious educational institution preparing students for entrance to the University of Virginia.
The building requires advance arrangements for visits as it maintains specific access protocols due to its status as a protected historical structure.
A basement room contains a barred window and wall shackles, suggesting its use for holding Union soldiers during the American Civil War.
Location: Virginia
GPS coordinates: 37.48140,-77.98920
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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