Images of Francis Land House
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Francis Land House and its collection
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The Francis Land House, also known as Rose Hall, is a historic brick house located in the Rose Hall District near Princess Anne Plaza in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It was once the plantation home of the prominent Land family, who were among the founding families of Princess Anne County. The house has a rich history that spans from the 1630s to the 1850s, passing through six generations of the Land family before being sold to another family.
Recognition of Francis Land House
The Francis Land House was listed in the Virginia Landmarks Register and the US National Register of Historic Places in 1975. This recognition underscores the historical significance of the house and its importance in the cultural heritage of Virginia.
Gardens and Nature Trail at Francis Land House
The grounds of the Francis Land House are meticulously maintained and include a variety of gardens such as herb, vegetable, flax, formal, and "pleasure" gardens. There is also a history park on the premises, which includes a short nature trail through a wooded wetland area. Along the trail, visitors can find interpretive signs that provide information about the history and natural features of the area.
History & Anthropology Historic house Garden & Park