A rockaway is a low, four wheeled pleasure carriage with a standing top, open at the sides. It is named for the town of Rockaway, New Jersey, where they were originally made. Jackson probably bought his rockaway in 1859, possibly from the local . . . — — Map (db m15641) HM
On Letcher Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Founded at Virginia Military Institute January 1, 1869 on a rock ledge formerly located 65 yards north west of this spot Cadet Founders James Frank Hopkins Greenfield Quarles James McIlvaine Riley Erected August 25, 1935 during the Twenty-seventh . . . — — Map (db m58710) HM
On E Washington Street, on the right when traveling west.
The Alexander-Withrow House is one of the oldest surviving structures in Lexington. Dating from ca. 1793, it was built by William Alexander one of the area’s first settlers and the town’s first postmaster. A large and distinctive building, with . . . — — Map (db m58736) HM
On Letcher Avenue at Maiden Lane, on the left when traveling east on Letcher Avenue.
Dedicated to the memory of William Henry Cabell Cadet First Sergeant, Co. D. VMI Class of 1865 killed at the Battle of New Market May 15, 1864 Established by his descendants — — Map (db m58749) HM
On VMI Parade Loop, on the right when traveling south.
(Original Plaque): These smooth-bore six-pounder cannon were received at V.M.I. early in June, 1848, and were especially cast lighter than standard, at Watervleit Arsenal. Each bears the seal of Virginia. They were used in war by the Richmond . . . — — Map (db m42966) HM
On South Randolph Street north of East Nelson Street (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling north.
Andrew Reid, the first clerk of Rockbridge County court, built the Castle in the early 1790s to serve as his law office. Fortunately, he also kept the county court records here, and thus the heavy fieldstone walls protected them from the 1796 fire . . . — — Map (db m152584) HM
On North Main Street (Business U.S. 11) just north of Maiden Lane, on the right when traveling north.
The Diamond Hill neighborhood was the center of the African American community in Lexington during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One of the earliest landholders in the neighborhood was John T. L. Preston, a founder of the Virginia . . . — — Map (db m231172) HM
On S Main Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling north.
Field Marshal the Right Honorable Viscount Wolseley, K.P., G.C.B., G.M., G.C.M.G. British soldier of the highest rank, says: “The fame of Stonewall Jackson is no longer the exclusive property of Virginia and the South; it has become the . . . — — Map (db m165934) HM
On North Main Street (Business U.S. 11) north of Maiden Lane, on the right when traveling north.
The Hall-Poindexter House, demolished in 2013, is an example of the modest wood-frame structures characteristic of the African-American community of Diamond Hill. Built around 1877, the home remained in the Hall-Poindexter family until purchased . . . — — Map (db m231171) HM
On East Washington Street just north of North Randolph Street, on the right when traveling north.
Virginia Military Institute instructor Maj. Thomas J. Jackson (1824-1863) and his second wife, Mary Anna Morrison (1831-1915), bought this house in 1858. Built ca. 1801, this typical middle-class dwelling was the only house Jackson ever owned. . . . — — Map (db m206516) HM
On N Main Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling north.
This house is a fine example of the Valley Federal style with elegant detailing including the fanlight over the front door and a molded brick cornice. When the streets were lowered in 1851, the entrance was reoriented to the side. The Ruff Family . . . — — Map (db m58732) HM
On North Main Street (Business U.S. 11) just north of Maiden Lane, on the right when traveling north.
Originally located some 100 yards north on Main Street, the Knights of Pythias Building was relocated to its present site in 2014 during the construction of the VMI Corps Physical Fitness Training Facility. For over 75 years the building played a . . . — — Map (db m231173) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 11) just south of East Washington Street, on the right when traveling north.
Designed in the Federal Style
by
Thomas Usted Walter
Nationally known for his work on the U.S. Capitol and later in Lexington for his plan for the Greek Revival Presbyterian Church — — Map (db m179494) HM
On North Main Street (Business U.S. 11) just south of East Henry Street, on the right.
The Sheridan Livery Inn was built in 1887 by John Sheridan, an Irish immigrant who had fought in the Civil War and become a prominent local businessman and civic leader. He marked the date and the purpose of the building with two decorative . . . — — Map (db m172934) HM
On E Washington Street, on the left when traveling west.
Alexander T. Sloan and his wife, prominent local hotel keepers, bought the land at the corner of Randolph and Washington Streets in 1844 and proceeded to build their “mansion house” and several “tenements.” This house, at . . . — — Map (db m58735) HM
On East Washington Street, on the right when traveling west.
This typical Federal-style town house, with a later stone addition, was the home of Thomas Jonathan Jackson and his wife, Mary Anna. They lived here with five of their six slaves before the Civil War.
After her husband’s death in 1863, Mrs. . . . — — Map (db m15638) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 11) at West Nelson Street (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling north on South Main Street.
This building is dedicated to the memory of T. David Grist, 1956 - 2014, Founding President and CEO of CornerStone Bank. He was passionate about this community. He was our visionary, our leader and in a true sense, our cornerstone. — — Map (db m172906) HM
Near Letcher Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Traveller Horse of Gen. Robert E. Lee Placed by Virginia Div UDC May 8, 1971 [ Second Marker : ] Traveller’s Grave This renovation and landscaping honors Anne Wilson in appreciation for her service to Washington and Lee as the . . . — — Map (db m58611) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 11) just south of East Washington Street, on the right when traveling north.
Remember your Rockbridge County Veterans
"For to live in hearts we leave behind is not to die"
They gave youth, mind, and body
Honoring all veterans of Korea
Honoring all veterans of Rockbridge County
For those who . . . — — Map (db m172890) WM
On Letcher Avenue at VMI Parade, on the left when traveling east on Letcher Avenue.
Virginia Military Institute was founded in 1839, becoming the nation’s first state-sponsored military college. Consistently ranked among America’s best undergraduate colleges, VMI educates the citizen-soldier by offering a rigorous academic program . . . — — Map (db m58864) HM
On North Main Street (Business U.S. 11) 0.1 miles north of Maiden Lane, on the right when traveling north.
Virginia Military Institute was founded in 1839, becoming the nation's first state-sponsored military college. Consistently ranked among America's best undergraduate liberal art colleges, VMI educates the citizen-soldier by offering a rigorous . . . — — Map (db m172937) HM
On Letcher Avenue at Stono Lane, on the right when traveling north on Letcher Avenue.
Virginia Military Institute was founded in 1839, becoming the nation's first state-sponsored military college. Consistently ranked among America's best undergraduate liberal art colleges, VMI educates the citizen-soldier by offering a rigorous . . . — — Map (db m231170) HM
On Letcher Avenue at North Main Street (U.S. BUS 11), on the right when traveling east on Letcher Avenue.
The nation's first state military college, VMI was founded in 1839 on the concept of the citizen-soldier. The Corps of Cadets fought as a unit in the 1864 Battle of New Market. Confederate General "Stonewall" Jackson and oceanographer Matthew . . . — — Map (db m32100) HM
On the Letcher Avenue Incline close to North Main Street (Business U.S. 11), on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
A state military, engineering and arts college, founded in 1839. Graduates of it have taken a prominent part in every war since the Mexican War, 2,000 of them serving in the World War. The cadets fought as a corps at New Market in 1864. Among the . . . — — Map (db m50376) HM
On Letcher Avenue at Maiden Lane, on the left when traveling east on Letcher Avenue.
VMI is an undergraduate public college founded in 1839 with the mission of preparing citizen-soldiers to serve in both civilian and military capacities. It is the oldest state-supported military college in the nation. Alexander J. Davis designed its . . . — — Map (db m206515) HM
On Letcher Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Company A. Henry A. Wise, Jr., Captain Commanding. C. H. Minge, Cadet Captain. W. C. Hardy, Lieutenant • W. Morson, Lieutenant • E. M. Ross, Sergeant • W. B. Shaw, Sergeant • W. T. Duncan, Sergeant • J. Douglass, Sergeant • H. . . . — — Map (db m143960) HM
On Letcher Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Men of the Virginia Military Institute who died in the Armed Services in World War II 1941 – 1946 Reid Stanley Aaron Va. 1940 • Hawes Netherlands Adams N.J. 1943 • James Rivers Adams Va. 1931 • George David Akers Va. 1948 – A • . . . — — Map (db m63836) WM
Near Letcher Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark Under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935 this site possesses exceptional value in commemorating or illustrating the history of the United States. U. S. . . . — — Map (db m58613) HM
Founded, 1749, as Augusta Academy, near Greenville; reestablished at Timber Ridge, May, 1776, as Liberty Hall Academy; moved to Lexington and chartered as a college, 1782; endowed by George Washington, 1796, and named for him. Under presidency, . . . — — Map (db m12271) HM
Near Letcher Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Was the founder and first rector of Liberty Hall Academy which was later to become Washington and Lee University. He was first buried in the churchyard of St. John’s Church, Richmond, VA. In 1911 his remains were brought to Lexington and now lie . . . — — Map (db m58696) HM
On North Lee Highway (U.S. 11) at South Main Street (Business U.S. 11), on the right when traveling south on North Lee Highway.
William Henry Ruffner, educational reformer, clergyman, and geologist, was born in Lexington on 11 Feb. 1824. After pursuing careers as a preacher and a geological surveyor, he was appointed in 1870 as Virginia's first superintendent of public . . . — — Map (db m23806) HM
On North Main Street (Business U.S. 11) just north of West Washington Street, on the left when traveling north.
A fine example of the Classical Revival style, this temple-fronted structure was built by the local firm of John Jordan and Samuel Darst for Captain William Willson, merchant, postmaster and treasurer of Washington College. Responsible for . . . — — Map (db m172870) HM
On North Jefferson Street at West Henry Street, on the left when traveling north on North Jefferson Street.
To the memory of the sons of
Washington and Lee University
who sacrificed their lives for the cause of freedom in the service of our country and her allies. 1914-1918
George Moncrief Anderton, '12 •
Howard Baker Barton, '17 • . . . — — Map (db m179467) WM
On North Jefferson Street at West Henry Street, on the right when traveling south on North Jefferson Street.
This wall was given by the Class of 1943 in loving memory of classmates who lost their lives during World War II
Richard Miller Bassett •
Ross Beason, Jr. •
Walter Irving Chudleigh, Jr. •
Enoch Claybourn Devane, Jr. •
Gene Frederick . . . — — Map (db m179437) WM
On North Jefferson Street at West Henry Street, on the right when traveling south on North Jefferson Street.
To the memory of the sons of
Washington and Lee University
who sacrificed their lives for the cause of freedom in the service of our country and her allies
1941 - 1945
George Gordon Alford '42 •
Douglas Theodore Allen, Jr. '44 • . . . — — Map (db m179460) WM
Near Sam Houston Way (Virginia Route 785) at North Lee Highway (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling north.
On March 2, 1793, the noted soldier and statesman Sam Houston was born in a log cabin on a nearby knoll. Houston served with distinction in the U.S. Army and later as a congressman and governor of Tennessee before moving to Texas in the 1830s. In . . . — — Map (db m32089) HM
Near Sam Houston Way (Virginia Route 785) near North Lee Highway (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
In a cabin on the hilltop to the east Sam Houston was born, March 2, 1793. As commander-in-chief of the Texas army, he won the battle of San Jacinto, which secured Texan independence, April 21, 1836. He was President of Texas, 1836-1838, 1841-1844; . . . — — Map (db m32087) HM
On Sam Houston Way (Virginia Route 785) 0.1 miles east of Lee Highway (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling east.
Sam Houston was born in a log house just east of here 2 March 1793. His family moved to Tennessee in 1807. After serving in the U.S. Army during the War of 1812, Houston studied law, was twice elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, and became . . . — — Map (db m211083) HM
On Sam Houston Way (Virginia Route 785) 0.1 miles west of Timber Ridge Road (Virginia Route 716), on the right when traveling south.
The private residence of the Thompson family since 1848, Church Hill is listed on both the Virginia Historic Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places. Church Hill is available by reservation for lodging and private . . . — — Map (db m185668) HM
On South Lee Highway (U.S. 11) at Falling Springs Road (Virginia Route 680), on the right when traveling south on South Lee Highway.
The oldest congregation in the Fincastle Presbytery, the Falling Spring Presbyterian Church, was organized before 1748. The Hanover Presbytery met here in October, 1780. The present Gothic Revival church was constructed of slave-made brick during . . . — — Map (db m165888) HM
On West Midland Trail (U.S. 60) at Beatty Hollow (Virginia Route 669), on the right when traveling west on West Midland Trail.
Jane Todd, pioneer heroine of abdominal surgery, was born 12-23-1763 just west of here across Whistle Creek near Todd’s Mill. She married Thomas Crawford in 1794. In 1809 she rode 60 Mi. on horseback to the home of Dr. Ephraim McDowell in Danville, . . . — — Map (db m32137) HM
Near Sam Houston Way (Virginia Route 785) near North Lee Highway (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling north.
This school, which was founded in 1777 and finally grew into Washington and Lee University, stood a short distance to the southwest of this point. — — Map (db m32083) HM
On West Midland Trail (U.S. 60) at Beatty Hollow (Virginia Route 669), on the right when traveling west on West Midland Trail.
This is the site of the first church, built 1746. Just northeast was the birthplace of William McCutchan Morrison, born, 1867, died, 1918. A missionary to the Belgian Congo, he translated the Bible into native languages and exposed conditions there. . . . — — Map (db m122189) HM
On East Midland Trail (U.S. 60) 0.3 miles west of Wesley Chapel Road (Virginia Route 699), on the right when traveling west.
Future Confederate Lt. Gen. Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson and his second wife, Mary Anna Morrison, owned a house on Washington Street from 1859 to 1861, while he taught at the Virginia Military Institute. It is the only house he ever owned. A . . . — — Map (db m32099) HM
On Thornhill Road (Virginia Route 251) north of Rosefarm Hill Lane, on the right when traveling south.
Home of Colonel John Bowyer, an officer in the Revolutionary War, and of General E.F. Paxton, commander of the Stonewall Brigade, killed at Chancellorsville May 3, 1863. — — Map (db m67318) HM
