Smithfield in Isle of Wight County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Old Isle of Wight Courthouse
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, September 18, 2010
1. Old Isle of Wight Courthouse Marker
Smithfield served as the county seat from 1752 to 1801. The Old Isle of Wight Courthouse was built in 1752. Constructed by William Rand, it is one of Virginia's few surviving colonial structures and is notable for having a semicircular apse with a conical roof, reflective of the Colonial Capitol in Williamsburg. Converted into a residence in 1812, the courthouse was acquired by the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities in 1938 and restored to its original appearance. A nearby house was converted into a tavern for the courthouse village by Rand around 1756; it was modified and enlarged over the years and is now known as the Smithfield Inn.Erected 2002 by Department of Historic Resources. (Marker Number K-316.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Colonial Era. In addition, it is included in the Virginia Department of Historic Resources series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1752.
Location. 36° 58.91′ N, 76° 37.922′ W. Marker is in Smithfield, Virginia, in Isle of Wight County
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Law & Politics in 18th Century Isle of Wight (a few steps from this marker); Ivy Hill Cemetery (within shouting distance of this marker); Bricks in the Crosswalk (within shouting distance of this marker); Atkinson Storehouse (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Isle of Wight County War Memorial (about 600 feet away); The Todd House & the First Smithfield Ham (about 700 feet away); Founding Site of Smithfield Packing Company (approx. 0.2 miles away); Joseph W. Luter, III (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Smithfield.
Also see . . .
1. The Old Courthouse of 1750. Preserve America Community: Smithfield, Virginia (Submitted on September 20, 2010.)
2. Old Isle of Wight Courthouse. National Register of Historic Places (Submitted on September 20, 2010.)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, September 18, 2010
2. Old Isle of Wight Courthouse on Main St
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, September 18, 2010
3. Old Isle of Wight Courthouse
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, September 18, 2010
4. Old Isle of Wight Courthouse Interior
National Register of Historic Places
5. Old Isle of Wight Courthouse
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, September 18, 2010
6. APVA Plaque
Credits. This page was last revised on November 9, 2021. It was originally submitted on September 20, 2010, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,590 times since then and 41 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on September 20, 2010, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
