Nathalie in Halifax County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
DeJarnette's Tavern
This tavern, just east of here, was built late in the 18th century on Hickey's Road, laid out in 1749 to link settlements in southwestern Virginia to the Staunton (Roanoke) River. Owned and operated by Thomas DeJarnette and remained in the family for many generations. During the 19th century it served as a gathering place for local residents and served as a stagecoach stop. Late in 801 enslaved African Americans began planning a large-scale revolt, later foiled, that was to begin here just before or after Easter in 1802. DeJarnette's Tavern was listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places in 2007.Erected 2017 by Department of Historic Resources. (Marker Number R-25.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Colonial Era • Industry & Commerce • Roads & Vehicles. In addition, it is included in the Virginia Department of Historic Resources series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1749.
Location. 37° 0.766′ N, 79° 0.44′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Campbell County / Halifax County (approx. 3.8 miles away); Patrick Henry’s Grave (approx. 4.2 miles away); a different marker also named Patrick Henry’s Grave (approx. 4.3 miles away); Birthplace of General Pick (approx. 4˝ miles away); Quarter Place Trailhead (approx. 6.2 miles away); Slave and African American Cemetery (approx. 6.2 miles away); Osage Orange Tree (approx. 6.2 miles away); Patrick Henry House (approx. 6.2 miles away).
Credits. This page was last revised on September 5, 2021. It was originally submitted on September 5, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 260 times since then and 137 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 5, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
