Built above the Potomac River in 1747 by Richard Blackburn, Rippon Lodge is the oldest standing house in Prince William County, Virginia. In addition to once being a tobacco plantation, it was a home to the Atkinson family for roughly one hundred years before being bought and restored by Judge Wade H. Ellis, a descendant of the Richard Blackburn, the original builder. The home later passed to the explorer Admiral Richard Blackburn Black and his daughter, who in 2000 sold the estate to Prince William County. Prince William County restored the home and 40 acres of gardens, adding interpretive walking trails enjoyed by visitors today. The Blackburn and Atkinson cemeteries are also located on site.

15520 Blackburn Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191, Phone: 703-499-9812

Relax surrounded by nature at the Leeslyvania State Park Enjoy birdwatching at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge Watch a game of baseball at Pfitzner Stadium Stroll through the gardens at the Rippon Lodge, one of the oldest houses in the area Try Indian cuisine at Taste Of Tandoor Savor Potbelly Sandwich Shop favorites

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