Patrick Henry lived in several homes, but he loved best this plantation on the Staunton River which he fondly called "the garden spot of the world." The "Voice of the Revolution" moved to Red Hill, Henry's last home and burial place, in 1794 at the age of 57. Visit the reconstructed house and dependencies, and original law office. The Visitor Center Museum houses the largest collection of Henry artifacts & memorabilia in the world, including the famous Peter F. Rothermel oil painting, "Patrick Henry before the Virginia House of Burgesses." Annual events include a Naturalization Ceremony, Patrick Henry's Birthday Celebration on May 29th, Independence Day Celebration on July 4th, a Bluegrass, Barbecue, and Brew Festival on the 1st Saturday of November, and Christmas Open House. Open Mon thru Sat 9-5; Sundays 1-5 (Nov-March: close at 4 p.m.). Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's. Visitor Center is accessible.
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- Family Friendly
- Pet Friendly
- LGBT Friendly
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- $8 Adults; $7 Seniors; $6 AAA Members/Military/NPS Pass; $4 Student
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Last Updated: 04/07/2017