Rebecca Vaughan House

The Rebecca Vaughan House is a Federal-style residence in Southampton County, Virginia, constructed around 1800 and distinguished by five dormer windows and a metal shingle gable roof. The structure now sits on the grounds of the Southampton Agriculture and Forestry Museum in Courtland and is open to visitors.

Built around 1800, the house witnessed events during the Nat Turner slave rebellion in August 1831. This uprising had lasting effects on the county and the nation, marking a pivotal moment in the region's past.

The house functions as a museum space where visitors encounter the lived experiences of people from this era. Walking through it offers insight into daily life and the pivotal events that defined this community.

The house is located on Heritage Lane east of Linden Street and is reached through the museum grounds. Check the museum's visiting hours in advance and allow time to explore both the building and the surrounding site.

Among all structures connected to the 1831 uprising, this is the only one that remains intact from that era. Its survival makes it a rare direct link to those historical events.

Location: Courtland

GPS coordinates: 36.71083,-77.05806

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:47