Custis Tombs, Cape Charles
Facts and practical information
Custis Tombs, also known as Custis cemetery at Arlington, is a historic family burial ground located near Cheapside, Northampton County, Virginia. It consists of two tombs surrounded by a poured concrete platform raised a few inches above ground level. It includes the grave of John Custis, Major General and member of the Council for Virginia and progenitor of the Custis family in America. The other tomb is the box-like marble tomb of John Custis IV with its pyramidal top and drapery carvings on the long sides. The tombs were associated with Arlington mansion and located west of the separately listed Arlington Archeological Site. ()
Custis Tombs – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Stage Door Gallery, Cape Charles Museum and Welcome Center, Kiptopeke State Park, Palace Theatre.