Appomattox Court House Visitor Center
Visitor Center · Virginia ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park (National Historical Park) · Restricted Access
- 768 ft
- Elevation
The visitor center is located inside the reconstructed Appomattox Courthouse. It offers restroom facilities, visitor information and guidance, a 17-minute film, and exhibits focused on the history of Appomattox Court House. Guided talks and living history programs begin in the visitor center.
Getting there
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park is located in south central Virginia approximately 95 miles west of Richmond. The main visitor parking area is located on VA Rt. 24, 2 miles (4.8 km) northeast of the town of Appomattox, VA. The closest airport is in Lynchburg, VA, 25 miles (40.3 km) west.
37.37752, -78.79598 · 37°22'39.1"N 78°47'45.5"W
Typical weather
Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 45°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 45 | 49 | 57 | 68 | 75 | 82 | 86 | 84 | 78 | 68 | 57 | 48 |
| Low °F | 27 | 29 | 35 | 44 | 53 | 63 | 67 | 65 | 59 | 47 | 36 | 30 |
| Precip in | 3.5 | 2.8 | 4.0 | 3.6 | 4.7 | 3.8 | 4.1 | 3.5 | 4.6 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 4.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Appomattox Court House Visitor Center
- Can you reserve a site at Appomattox Court House Visitor Center?
- No. Appomattox Court House Visitor Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (434) 352-8987
- Email apco_socialmedia@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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