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Located
in Central Virginia on the banks of the great Horseshoe Bend, Scottsville's
long history has ebbed and flowed with the currents of the James River. Founded
as "Scott's Landing", the town served as Virginia's westernmost
center of government and commerce during the 1700's, when rivers were the
primary means of travel in the new American wilderness. Because of its important
location, Scottsville played a significant role in both the Revolutionary
War and Civil War. Relics of both periods can be found within the town - in
storied old homes, taverns and cemeteries - and nearby in places such as Thomas
Jefferson's Monticello and Ash Lawn-Highland, home of James Monroe.
During the mid 1900's, Scottsville was ravaged by periodic flooding of the James River, which for a time discouraged further growth within the town. Consequently, Scottsville has changed little since the turn of the century. However, with a large federal grant and the construction of the A. Raymon Thacker Levee in 1989, preservation of the town was again assured; and the town's Historic District encompasses a large collection of Greek Revival architecture. Today, Scottsville retains its quiet small-town charm. With fewer than 600 citizens, the people of Scottsville are proud to say that they do not have a stop light or a fast food restaurant - and thank you, but we like it that way.
Nevertheless,
the town is enjoying a quiet renaissance. Many of the oldest buildings in
the Historic District are being carefully restored. Canal Basin Square, a
new park dedicated to the history of river travel by batteaux and packet boat,
has been completed. Plans are underway for the Historic Scottsville Streetscape
Project, which calls for burial of utility lines, landscape inprovements,
and installation of period streetlamps in the historic areas along Valley
and Main Streets. Concerts, art shows, and numerous festivals occur throughout
the year; and Victory Hall has been restored to an active community theater.
As a result, Scottsville has much to offer its visitors. Local restaurants
cater to a wide range of tastes, from fine dining venues to burgers and barbecue. Lodging can be found in the area's unique bed-and-breakfast
inns.
DIRECTIONS TO SCOTTSVILLE:
From I-64 at Charlottesville, exit at US-20 South (Exit 121 A). Proceed on US-20 South 18 miles to Scottsville. Click here for a printable map to Scottsville.
CONTACT US:
Scottsville is always interested in responding to requests for information, regardless of the nature of the inquiry. Do you want to know more about our history? Have questions about tourism or zoning? We will be happy to answer anything related to our town and area that comes to mind.
For further information, you may contact:
Town of Scottsville
Victory Hall
401 Valley Street
P.O. Box 398
Scottsville, VA 24590
(434) 286-9267