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The White House of the Confederacy

Richmond County

The White House of the Confederacy

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The White House of the Confederacy

Name: The White House of the Confederacy
Rating: 2

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Location: Richmond, Richmond County, Virginia, United States

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1. Robert Lee Bridge – Dock Street Park loop from Ginter Park

22.8km

01:06

130m

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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2. Dock Street Park – East Main Street loop from Shockoe Slip

16.5km

00:53

130m

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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3. Virginia Capital Trail – Dock Street Park loop from Randolph

52.4km

02:25

260m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Jamie S.

February 26, 2024

The White House of the Confederacy, located in Richmond, Virginia, served as the executive mansion for the President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, during the American Civil War. Built in the early 19th century, it was originally a private residence known as the Wickham House. After Virginia seceded from the Union in 1861, the Confederate government leased the house and eventually purchased it in 1862. The White House of the Confederacy became the official residence of President Davis and his family until the fall of Richmond in 1865. During this time, it also functioned as the political and social center of the Confederacy. Today, the house is a museum operated by the American Civil War Museum, showcasing artifacts, exhibits, and period rooms that offer insights into the life and times of the Confederate leadership and the Civil War era.

Hans

August 1, 2025

In fact, this is the "White House" of the Confederate president. Surprisingly small.

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Location: Richmond, Richmond County, Virginia, United States

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The White House of the Confederacy

1. Robert Lee Bridge – Dock Street Park loop from Ginter Park

2. Dock Street Park – East Main Street loop from Shockoe Slip

3. Virginia Capital Trail – Dock Street Park loop from Randolph

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