Middlesex County, Administrative division in Virginia, US
Description
Middlesex County is an administrative division in Virginia that spans across land and water territories along the Chesapeake Bay. The territory includes several small communities and is managed from the administrative center located in Saluda.
History
The county was established in 1669 when it separated from Lancaster County and took its name from the English region of Middlesex during the colonial era. Settlement in the area was influenced by early English patterns and gradually grew into an important administrative center.
Culture
The Historic Middlesex County Courthouse, constructed between 1850 and 1874, stands as a registered structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
Practical
Visitors can explore the area through various roads that connect the waterfront communities with inland regions. The best time to visit is outside peak season when roads are less congested and attractions are easier to access.
Did you know?
The Rosegill Estate, founded in 1649, once served as a temporary seat of colonial government and remains a private residence today. This property illustrates how early settlers used their homes as centers of power and administration.
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