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| Historic Sandusky | |
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Sandusky DrLynchburg, Virginia, 24502 (434)-832-0162 http://www.historicsandusky. org civilwar@historicsandusky.org Sunday 1 to 5 pm Cost: Adult $5, Senior $3, Student $2 Once the centerpiece of a 1,200 acre plantation on land purchased from Charles Lynch, in 1864, the Lynchburg Virginian called Sandusky “one of Lynchburg’s most historic homes.” The house was literally at the center of the Battle of Lynchburg at one point, with Union soldiers on the roof of the house to report on the progress of the battle. Sandusky remained in the Hutter family for over 100 years, serving five generations. The 1808 Federal style brick house has been carefully restored by the Sandusky Foundation, as a museum and location for Civil War re-enactments. Directions: General Location Specific Location |
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