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	<p>Visit the last home and burial place of Virginia’s revolutionary-era governor. The memorial interprets Henry’s life and legacy at a site near Brookneal; consult Red Hill’s official visitor information for current hours, admission, and program details before traveling.<ref>{{Cite web		<p>Visit the last home and burial place of Virginia’s revolutionary-era governor. The memorial interprets Henry’s life and legacy at a site near Brookneal; consult Red Hill’s official visitor information for current hours, admission, and program details before traveling.<ref>{{Cite web
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	<p>Rustburg’s 1848 courthouse served as Campbell County’s seat of justice until 1991. Today, the restored building houses exhibits, a historic courtroom, and genealogy resources. Check the county page for current opening arrangements and research visits.<ref>{{Cite web		<p>Rustburg’s 1848 courthouse served as Campbell County’s seat of justice until 1991. Today, the restored building houses exhibits, a historic courtroom, and genealogy resources. Check the county page for current opening arrangements and research visits.<ref>{{Cite web
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	<p>In Altavista, Avoca occupies a Queen Anne-style house built in 1901. Its story connects the property with Revolutionary patriot Colonel Charles Lynch, Civil War Brigadier General James Dearing, and the Fauntleroy family. Confirm museum hours and any special closures on the official site before visiting.<ref>{{Cite web		<p>In Altavista, Avoca occupies a Queen Anne-style house built in 1901. Its story connects the property with Revolutionary patriot Colonel Charles Lynch, Civil War Brigadier General James Dearing, and the Fauntleroy family. Confirm museum hours and any special closures on the official site before visiting.<ref>{{Cite web
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Campbell County pairs rural landscapes and small-town communities with a rich history of Virginia’s early years. South of Lynchburg, the county includes Rustburg, Altavista, and Brookneal, with the Staunton River and the foothills of the Blue Ridge shaping its setting. The county’s official history traces settlement to the 1730s and its incorporation to 1781.<ref>{{Cite web
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For visitors, the strongest reasons to linger are the historic sites: Patrick Henry’s last home and burial place at Red Hill, the Victorian-era Avoca Museum in Altavista, and the former courthouse museum in Rustburg. The county’s visitor guide also points to local food, arts, events, and places to stay; check each attraction’s official site before setting out, since schedules and access can change.<ref>{{Cite web
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== Why visit Campbell County? ==
Campbell County works well as a history-focused stop or a relaxed base for exploring Central Virginia. Its heritage is not confined to a single site: Rustburg’s courthouse square, Brookneal’s river and tobacco-market history, and Altavista’s railroad-era growth each tell a different part of the county story.<ref>{{Cite web
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The county’s pace suits visitors who prefer a few meaningful stops over a packed attraction schedule. Pair a historic house or museum visit with time in the small towns, then check local listings for performances, seasonal events, or outdoor recreation options.

== What to see and do ==
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<h3>Patrick Henry’s Red Hill</h3>
<p>Visit the last home and burial place of Virginia’s revolutionary-era governor. The memorial interprets Henry’s life and legacy at a site near Brookneal; consult Red Hill’s official visitor information for current hours, admission, and program details before traveling.<ref>{{Cite web
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<h3>Avoca Museum</h3>
<p>In Altavista, Avoca occupies a Queen Anne-style house built in 1901. Its story connects the property with Revolutionary patriot Colonel Charles Lynch, Civil War Brigadier General James Dearing, and the Fauntleroy family. Confirm museum hours and any special closures on the official site before visiting.<ref>{{Cite web
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<h3>Museum at the Historic Courthouse</h3>
<p>Rustburg’s 1848 courthouse served as Campbell County’s seat of justice until 1991. Today, the restored building houses exhibits, a historic courtroom, and genealogy resources. Check the county page for current opening arrangements and research visits.<ref>{{Cite web
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<h3>Explore the county’s historic communities</h3>
<p>Brookneal grew around a tobacco warehouse, river landing, and ferry crossing; Rustburg became the county seat; and Altavista developed as a railroad town. The county’s historical-resources guide offers additional sites and community histories to help shape a self-guided drive.<ref>{{Cite web
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<h3>Outdoor recreation</h3>
<p>For parks and recreation information, including county facilities and notices, start with Campbell County Parks and Recreation. Check current conditions, rules, and access details directly with the department before planning a trail or water outing.<ref>{{Cite web
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== History and character ==
Campbell County was named for General William Campbell, a Revolutionary War figure associated with the American victory at the Battle of Kings Mountain. According to the county’s history, Scotch-Irish Presbyterian settlers established the Hat Creek community in the late 1730s, followed by settlements near Flat Creek, Otter River, and Concord. The county was incorporated in 1781.<ref>{{Cite web
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The county’s past is also tied to the nearby James and Staunton rivers. John Lynch’s ferry across the James helped set the stage for the city of Lynchburg, which was formed from Campbell County land in 1786. Brookneal became a tobacco-trading center on the Staunton River, while ironmaking and other manufacturing added another strand to the local economy. Patrick Henry moved to Campbell County in 1792 and spent his final years at Red Hill, where he was buried in 1799.<ref>{{Cite web
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== Planning a visit ==
Campbell County is best explored by car, with attractions and towns spread across the county. Rustburg is a useful starting point for the courthouse museum and county history; Altavista offers Avoca and local visitor information; and Brookneal is a gateway to Red Hill and the Staunton River area.

Museum and historic-site hours, admission, tours, and event schedules can change. Confirm details directly with each attraction before departure, especially if traveling on a holiday or planning a group visit. The county’s visitor guide is a useful overview of attractions, dining, lodging, and seasonal happenings, but verify current offerings with the businesses or venues themselves.<ref>{{Cite web
|url=https://www.campbellvirginia.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif6261/f/uploads/campbell-county_tourism-guide_web.pdf
|title=Campbell County Tourism Guide
|website=Campbell Virginia
|publisher=Campbell County Economic Development
|access-date=2026-10-23
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== Nearby places and attractions ==
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* [[Altavista, Virginia]] — a small town with Avoca Museum and connections to the county’s railroad-era history.
* [[Brookneal, Virginia]] — a river town whose history includes a tobacco warehouse, landing, and ferry crossing.
* [[Rustburg, Virginia]] — the county seat and home of the historic courthouse museum.
* [[Lynchburg, Virginia]] — a nearby independent city whose early development is linked to John Lynch’s ferry.
* [[Appomattox County, Virginia]] — a neighboring county with a major Civil War-era historic landscape.
* [[Bedford County, Virginia]] — explore the county adjoining Campbell to the north.
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== References ==
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== External links ==
* [https://www.campbellvirginia.com/ Campbell County visitor information]
* [https://www.campbellcountyva.gov/ Campbell County government]
* [https://www.redhill.org/ Patrick Henry’s Red Hill]
* [https://www.avocamuseum.org/ Avoca Museum]
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