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Historic Sites Sandusky Historic Site & Civil War Museum

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    757 Sandusky Drive
    Lynchburg, VA 24502
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    434-832-0162
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    Lynchburg
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“Sandusky” is one of the finest examples of formal Federal style architecture in Virginia’s Piedmont region. Sandusky was built in 1808 by Richmond merchant Charles Johnston. Charles was uncle to noted Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston. The home has been visited by three U.S. Presidents, Thomas Jefferson in the early 1800's and William McKinley and Rutherford B. Hayes while they both served in the Union army. During the civil war, the home was used as Union headquarters by General David Hunter during the Battle of Lynchburg, June 18-19, 1864. The yard and barn were used as a field hospital during this battle. From 1808 to 2000, Sandusky was a private residence. In 2001, it was purchased by the Historic Sandusky Foundation for the purpose of developing it into an historic site interpreting Lynchburg’s role in the Civil War. The visitor's center houses a civil war museum, and the house is open to tour groups and individuals by appointment Monday through Friday and open without appointment on Saturdays from 10:00-4:00. Please call ahead for appointments during the week.

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  • Adults: $5, Seniors: $3, Students: $2, Free to University of Lynchburg faculty, staff, students, and their families.

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Last Updated: 11/01/2019

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    5805 Rhonda Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
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    Lynchburg, VA 24502
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    6120 Fort Avenue
    Lynchburg, VA 24502
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    Best Western of Lynchburg
    2815 Candlers Mountain Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24502
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