Fredericksburg, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
1834
Historic Fredericksburg Foundation
Built as a female orphans asylum
Erected by Historic Fredericksburg Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1834.
Location. 38° 18.249′ N, 77° 27.724′ W. Marker is in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Marker is on Amelia Street just east of Charles Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 307 Amelia St, Fredericksburg VA 22401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Booth House (within shouting distance of this marker); 1817 (within shouting distance of this marker); 1824 (within shouting distance of this marker); Bridgewater Mills (within shouting distance of this marker); Hostages (within shouting distance of this marker); Fredericksburg Baptist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); c. 1740s (within shouting distance of this marker); Prisoners of Christ (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fredericksburg.
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