There are several buildings still standing in Culpeper that played a role in the Civil War.

Wampler House– the house was owned by Samuel R. Rixey a surgeon in the Confederate army.

Broadus-Apperson/Old Stone House– this house is believed to bear Civil War bullet marks on its interior stair risers.

Jeffries-Jones House– commandeered by Union soldiers during the war.

The Virginia Hotel– this was a tavern during the Civil War, Union officers quartered here at various times.

The Billy Fray Feed Shop– used as a jail by both Union and Confederate armies.

The Lawrence-Payne/Chelf House– the house was used as quarters for Union officers during the Civil War. The family continued to live upstairs while the downstairs was occupied by troops.

Episcopal Rectory– when the town was shelled during the Civil War the rectory was frequently used as a shelter because it had a deep basement.

Hill Mansion– used as a Confederate Hospital and a Union headquarters. Robert E. Lee’s son Rooney recuperated here. It was the site of many social events during the war.

The Martin House– occupied by Union soldiers during the war.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church- served as a hospital during the Civil War which was visited by Clara Barton.

Confederate Monument

The Civil War in Culpeper County Marker

The Railroad Depot- the site of the Battle of Culpeper Courthouse

William “Extra Billy” Smith Marker

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Culpeper Downtown Walking Tour