Appomattox Court House
National Historical Park

For resource material on the Surrender go to the
Park Bookstore

VISITATION:

The heaviest visitation months are June, July, August, and October. Lightest visitation months are January and February.

Mailing Address and Telephone Number

Superintendent, Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
PO Box 218,Appomattox,VA 24522
Telephone: 804-352-8987

LOCATION and DIRECTIONS

The Visitor Center is in the reconstructed courthouse building on VA 24, 2 miles (4.8 km) northeast of the town of Appomattox, VA. The closest airport is in Lynchburg, VA, 25 miles (40.3 km) west.

VISITOR ACTIVITIES

Self guided walking tours (pamphlet available at the Visitor Center) six mile History Trail, audio visual programs, interpretive displays, museum exhibits, a bookstore, and living history and Ranger talks in the summer. The Visitor Center is open daily in winter from 8:30 am. to 5 p.m., and in summer from 9 am. to 5:30 p.m. The Visitor Center is closed on Federal holidays from November through February. Allow at least 2 hours to visit the historical village. The National Park encompasses approximately 1700 acres of of rolling hills in rural central Virginia, and includes the McLean home (surrender site) and the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia the former county seat for Appomattox County.

PERMITS, FEES & LIMITATIONS

The entrance fee is on a seasonal schedule based on services offered. From Memorial Day until Labor Day the National Park offers a full schedule of daily programs, including Living History, Ranger Talks, and Audio-Visual programs and charges $4 per person with a $10 maximum per vehicle. There is no charge for ages 16 and younger. During the off season only Audio-Visual programs are available and fees are half price, or $2 per person with a $5 maximum per vehicle. Vehicles are restricted to the parking area and paved roads Pets must be on a leash. Picnicking is permitted in designated areas only.

ACCESSIBILITY

Parking areas, the Courthouse/Visitor Center, bookstore, restrooms, drinking fountains and living history programs are accessible. A braille map and folder, captioned slide program and large print brochures are available on request. Wheelchairs are available for use in the historic village and a stair climber is available at the McLean House as needed.

CAMPING & LODGING

Camping is available nearby at Holiday Lake State Park and at private campgrounds. Lodging is available in the town of Appomattox. A current list is available through the Park.

FOOD & SUPPLIES

Restaurants, food and supplies are available in Appomattox.

FIRST AID/HOSPITAL

Minor first aid is available in the Park. There is a rescue squad in Appomattox. The nearest hospital is in Lynchburg, 25 miles (40.3 km) west.