National Register of Historic Places

Westover

Westover is a historic place in Charles City, Charles City County, Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000923.

Charles City, Charles City County, VirginiaListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000923★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Westover?

Westover Plantation is a historic colonial tidewater plantation located on the north bank of the James River in Charles City County, Virginia, United States. Established c. 1730–1750, it is the homestead of the Byrd family of Virginia. State Route 5, a scenic byway, runs east–west to the north of the plantation, connecting the independent cities of Richmond and Williamsburg.

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Listing details

Name
Westover
City
Charles City
County
Charles City County
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000923
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
37.31765, -77.15267
When was Westover listed on the National Register?

Westover was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Westover located?

Westover is located in Charles City, Charles City County, Virginia at approximately 37.31765, -77.15267. See the map above.

Is Westover a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Westover is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.