Prince Edward County

Prince Edward County is an administrative area in central Virginia with rolling farmland, thick forests, and waterways. The Appomattox River flows through the region, shaping much of the natural landscape.

The county was established in 1752 as a new administrative division in central Virginia. It became a focal point for civil rights struggles in the mid-20th century when resistance to school integration changed the course of American education policy.

Educational institutions shape how the community comes together. Farmville serves as a hub where students and residents gather around schools and colleges that define daily life here.

Farmville, the county seat, serves as the main hub for services and everyday activities. Most visitors use this town as a base to explore the wider rural region and its natural areas.

Robert Russa Moton High School, now a National Historic Landmark, was where student protests took place that shaped American education law. The building stands as a testament to youth activism in the fight for equal access to schooling.

Location: Virginia

Inception: February 27, 1752

Capital city: Farmville

Shares border with: Cumberland County, Charlotte County, Buckingham County, Appomattox County, Amelia County, Nottoway County, Lunenburg County

Website: http://co.prince-edward.va.us

GPS coordinates: 37.22000,-78.44000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 14:25