Appomattox Court House, Historical courthouse in Appomattox, United States.
The courthouse stands as part of a 968-acre national historical park that preserves buildings and landscapes from the American Civil War period.
The site gained national recognition in 1940 when it was designated as a historical monument following its role in the Confederate surrender of 1865.
The McLean House within the courthouse complex serves as a primary location for educational programs about the American Civil War's conclusion.
Visitors can access the park daily to explore restored buildings, participate in ranger-led tours, and walk through historical exhibitions about the surrender.
The surrender papers signed at this location included provisions for Confederate soldiers to keep their private horses and mules for spring planting.
Location: Virginia
Inception: April 10, 1940
GPS coordinates: 37.35889,-78.82639
Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:15
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