Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the end of the nation's largest war. Two important questions about its future were answered. Could the nation survive a civil war intact, and would that nation exist without slavery? The answer to both was yes and a new nation was born.
Appomattox Court House NHP is located 3 miles east of U.S. Highway 460, and 3 miles east of the modern town of Appomattox, Virginia along Rt. 24.
- Arts and Culture
- Cultural Demonstrations
- Auto and ATV
- Scenic Driving
- Food
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Hiking
- Living History
- Historic Weapons Demonstration
- First Person Interpretation
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs
- Architecture and Building
- African American Heritage
- Archeology
- Ruins
- Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite
- Enslavement
- Incarceration
- Jails and Prisons
- Military
- Infantry and Militia
- Artillery
- Cavalry
- Battlefields
- Monuments and Memorials
- Music
- Native American Heritage
- Reconstruction
- Social Movements
- Abolition Movement
- Wars and Conflicts
- Civil War
- Animals
- Birds
- Fish
- Tortoises and Turtles
- Grasslands
- Scenic Views
- Trails
The McLean House
This is the home where Gen. Lee surrendered to Gen. Grant on April 9, 1865
The McLean House during the 150th Anniversary
The McLean House during the 150th Anniversary with luminaries along the Stage Road.
The village of Appomattox Court House
Aerial view of the village of Appomattox Court House taken in 2014.
Living History at Appomattox Court House NHP
Living History at Appomattox Court House NHP