Near Vienna in Fairfax County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Wedderburn Station
Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park
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In the late 1800s and early 1900s, city folk rode the train out to Wedderburn, a popular summer resort and fairground. In later years the rail stop served commuters.
This three-sided shelter (below) was typical of many small stop along W&OD. There was a station or shelter about every three miles.
The speed of the W&OD trains averaged 40 to 45 miles per hour, but there were many stops along the way. Crewmen often had to jump on and off moving trains at road crossings to halt traffic with flags or lanterns. And, despite regulations, conductors often made unscheduled stops for regular riders.
Erected by NOVA Parks.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • Railroads & Streetcars. In addition, it is included in the NOVA Parks, and the Washington and Old Dominion (W&OD) Railroad series lists.
Location. 38° 53.768′ N, 77° 14.367′ W. Marker is near Vienna, Virginia, in Fairfax County. It is on Washington and Old Dominion Trail 0.1 miles west of Cedar Lane (Virginia Route 698), on the left when traveling
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Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area and in Northern Virginia. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in the Mid-Atlantic, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: The Great Falls Line (approx. Ύ mile away); Dunn Loring Station (approx. one mile away); Tracks into History (approx. one mile away); Camp Alger (approx. one mile away); Civil War Action at Vienna (approx. one mile away); Electric Trains on the W&OD (approx. 1.1 miles away); James C. ("Jim") Martinelli (approx. 1.2 miles away); Veterans Memorial
Another marker is no longer nearby. On June 17, 1861 (was approx. 1.1 miles away but has been confirmed missing).
Credits. This page was last revised on January 22, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 22, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 846 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 22, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
