Fort Chiswell Site - Fort Chiswell, Va.
N 36° 56.912 W 080° 56.045
17S E 505868 N 4089165
The Site of Old Fort Chiswell is located on Route 11 adjacent to Interstate 81. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO VISIT OR LOG THIS WAYMARK FROM INTERESTATE 81.
Waymark Code: WMZRF
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 11/26/2006
Views: 30
Fort Chiswell was built by Colonel William Byrd for his expedition against the Cherokee's and served as a military outpost for much of Southwest Virginia from 1758 - 1776. Fort Chiswell also served as the seat of Montgomery County, Virginia from 1776 - 1790. During the Revolutionary War, Fort Chiswell served as a vital defensive position, protecting the near by lead mines.
All reminants of Fort Chiswell are long gone, but this monument was erected in 1924 on the site of the Old Fort. The Millstones were use by and taken from the Old Fort Chiswell Mill.
Parking at the monument is very limited. DO NOT park on Route 11 or attempt to Visit the Monument from Interstate 81.
Street address:
Route 11
Max Meadows, Va.
24360
County / Borough / Parish: Wyte County
Year listed: 1978
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Event, Historic Site
Periods of significance: 1750-1824
Historic function: Defense, Domestic, Industry
Current function: Site of roadside historical monument
Privately owned?: yes
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Secondary Website 2: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
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