"Stonewall" Jackson Death Site 12019 Stonewall Jackson Road, Woodford, VA 22580
About the Business
The Stonewall Jackson Death Site, located at 12019 Stonewall Jackson Road in Woodford, Virginia, is a place of worship and a popular tourist attraction. Since 1828, this small building has stood as part of the Fairfield farm complex, once owned by the Chandler family and worked by enslaved labor. The building, originally used as a farm office, saw many uses over the years, including temporary living space for the Chandler family and guests, and possibly as office space for slave overseers.
During the Civil War, Fairfield's proximity to Guinea Station made it a hub of activity, with a variety of people passing through the area. Most famously, Confederate General Stonewall Jackson died in the farm office in 1863, after being wounded in the Battle of Chancellorsville.
Visitors can explore the grounds and learn about the history of Fairfield Plantation and Guinea Station, gaining insight into how the escalating pressure of the war impacted the Confederacy and its army leading up to the Battle of Chancellorsville. The Stonewall Jackson Death Site offers a unique opportunity to connect with the past and learn about this significant moment in American history.
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12019 Stonewall Jackson Rd, Woodford, VA 22580, United States
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"Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson was arguably the finest solder on either side of the War of Southern Independence. His tragic accidental death, from friendly fire marked a loss the Confederate States could not replace. This is the original building where he was taken after his arm was amputated, to recuperate. Unfortunately pneumonia set in and a few days later he died here. The building is not open at this time but you can look through the windows. Previously I was able to tour the house while it was open."
"Pretty cool to stop at a site that you learn about in school. I saw the sign while leaving Richmond headed north and went for it! Not a lot here but great I take in the history!"
"This is a quick trip. Perfect for anyone needing to stretch their legs or let children run for a minute. There is not a visitor center on property. You can visit Fredericksburg Battlefield visitor center about 15 mins away. It's worth the stop. This site does have bathrooms, but I am not sure they remain open year round. You can visit as long or as short of a time as you want. If you're looking for your passport stamp, you can find it at Chancellorsville visitor center."
"If you're into this type of thing it's worth coming by. It's not far off the interstate highway. The NPS manages it. There's not a lot here, it's for true buffs. The building was closed but they turned the informational signs on the inside where they can be read from outside the windows. I had just gone to the cemetery where he's buried in Lexington VA."
"Wow what an awesome, tranquil place off the beaten path. We had a wonderful experience here. Lots of things to read around the parking lot area and even more stuff inside the windows. To look at some of this stuff and the history is just beyond imaginable. I was amazed by the grounds as well as the trees also. Lots of history there. When I go to places like this I often look at the trees and just say to them…wow the stuff you must have saw. Worth a trip for sure. About 10 minutes off of 95. Nice, country drive. I recommend it for sure."
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