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Pamplin Historical Park, Petersburg, VA

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Pamplin Historical Park

A 424-acre private historical park near Petersburg, Virginia, home to the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier.

6125 Boydton Plank Rd, Petersburg, VA 23803 · Petersburg, VA

About Pamplin Historical Park

Pamplin Historical Park sits on 424 acres in Dinwiddie County near Petersburg, Virginia. It protects part of the Petersburg Breakthrough Battlefield, a National Historic Landmark, and parts of the Third Battle of Petersburg. The grounds include the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier, living history programs, the Tudor Hall Plantation, walking trails, and a Civil War Adventure Camp for visitors who want a hands-on experience of soldier life.

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