Kiskiack

Kiskiack is a colonial house in York County with a one-and-a-half-story structure, a gable roof, and walls built in Flemish bond style. The building displays construction methods typical of early English settlement in North America.

The property came into the hands of Dr. Henry Harry Lee in 1641, who served as a justice and member of the House of Burgesses. This connection to early colonial government makes the house a witness to the region's early administrative structures.

The name Kiskiack comes from an Algonquian-speaking people of the Powhatan Confederacy who lived in this region before English colonists arrived. This link to the area's earliest inhabitants remains part of what this place represents today.

The house is located within a military facility and requires special authorization to visit. Prospective visitors should inquire in advance about access requirements before planning a trip.

The T-shaped chimney stacks reveal specific construction techniques used by early colonial builders. These architectural details speak to the craftsmanship passed down through generations.

Location: York County

GPS coordinates: 37.24110,-76.56420

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24