Chesterfield in Chesterfield County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Magnolia Grange
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 30, 2009
1. Magnolia Grange Marker
Built in 1822 by William Winfree, this Federal-style house was named for the large stand of magnolia trees in the front yard. It was originally surrounded by a 600-acre farm. A nearby tavern provided lodging for persons with business at the Courthouse; a grist mill formerly stood on nearby Cold Water Run. From 1881 to 1969 it was the residence of the Cogbill family, whose members figured prominently in the political history of Chesterfield County.Erected 1986 by Department of Conservation and Historic Resources. (Marker Number S-29.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Virginia Department of Historic Resources series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1822.
Location. 37° 22.537′ N, 77° 30.402′ W. Marker is in Chesterfield, Virginia, in Chesterfield County. Marker is at the intersection of Iron Bridge Road (Virginia Route 10) and Krause Road, on the right when traveling east on Iron Bridge Road. Touch for map.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Chesterfield County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Veterans Memorial Wall (within shouting distance of this marker); World War I in Chesterfield County (within shouting distance of this marker); Chesterfield Court House (within shouting distance of this marker); Confederate Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 1917 Courthouse (about 300 feet away); Apostles of Religious Liberty (about 300 feet away); George Washington Carver High School (approx. 2˝ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chesterfield.
Also see . . . Richmond Times Dispatch Archives. Magnolia Grange (published July 25, 2008). (Submitted on May 31, 2009, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 30, 2009
2. Magnolia Grange Marker on Iron Bridge Road (facing east).
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 30, 2009
3. Magnolia Grange and Marker
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 30, 2009
4. Magnolia Grange
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 30, 2009
5. Magnolia Trees in the front yard.
Photographed By Adam Margolis, July 4, 2014
6. Magnolia Grange Historic Register Plaques
Credits. This page was last revised on January 13, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2009, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,130 times since then and 72 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on May 31, 2009, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. 6. submitted on January 12, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California.
