Blandford Church, Petersburg
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Facts and practical information
The Blandford Church is the oldest building in Petersburg, Virginia whose history is well documented. It is at the highest point in the city, atop Well's Hill. It is today part of a memorial to Southern soldiers who died during the Civil War. It is adjacent to Blandford Cemetery, one of the oldest, largest and historically significant cemeteries in Virginia. The Blandford Cemetery did not exist until after the church building had been abandoned, in the early 1800s, and the land purchased by the city to use as a cemetery. ()
Built: 1736 (288 years ago)Coordinates: 37°13'34"N, 77°23'15"W
Day trips
Blandford Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Siege Museum, City Market, Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg Courthouse Historic District.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Blandford Church open?
Blandford Church is open:
- Monday closed
- Tuesday closed
- Wednesday closed
- Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
- Friday 10 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
- Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Blandford Church?
Nearby attractions include People's Memorial Cemetery, Petersburg (3 min walk), Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg (8 min walk), Centre Hill Museum, Petersburg (18 min walk), Poplar Lawn Historic District, Petersburg (20 min walk).