At the edge of Jeffersonton, a storied village established in 1807, stands the Fishback House, a significant historic home yearning to be restored to its former glory. Built around 1830, this two-story red brick home is steeped in history, from its ties to the Fishback family, the Civil War and Thomas Jefferson’s travels. In 1861, in front of this house, the Little Fork Rangers Calvary assembled to receive their flag before marching off to the Battle of Manassas. In the front room of the house the ladies of the village sewed the battle flag for the Little Fork Rangers to receive the flag on the front steps and march to the second battle of Manassas. Legend has it that Thomas Jefferson used to stop at the house en route from Charlottesville to Washington. On one of those visits he planted several willow trees. The town bustled with activity as the old Washington Road ran directly through its center, bringing stagecoaches that stopped three times a week. The home has borne witness to countless historical moments. The Fishback House retains some of its original features. Holy Cross doors, wide-plank floorboards and tongue-and-groove boarded doors, a few original hinges and locks. There are eight fireplaces with original mantels. While time has undoubtedly left its mark on this storied property, it offers a rare and extraordinary opportunity for those with the vision, passion, and dedication to restore and preserve a piece of history. The Fishback House is not just a home; it’s a testament to the past, with the potential to become a beautifully revived landmark that honors its legacy. If you’re ready to restore the Fishback House to its rightful splendor, this historic treasure is waiting for you. Behind the house, the crumbling solid stone shell foundation remains of the Jeffersonton Academy, established by Act of Assembly in 1828, adds to the property’s allure and potential. It was the only school in the county to survive the civil war. and continued in operation until 1892. The ruins are now a designated archeological site. The Fishback House and the Academy ruins provide an excellent foundation for a restoration project, rooted in their rich historical significance and timeless appeal.
The Fishback House retains some of its original features. Holy Cross doors, wide-plank floorboards and tongue-and-groove boarded doors, a few original hinges and locks. There are eight fireplaces with original mantels. While time has undoubtedly left its mark on this storied property, it offers a rare and extraordinary opportunity for those with the vision, passion, and dedication to restore and preserve a piece of history. The Fishback House is not just a home; it’s a testament to the past, with the potential to become a beautifully revived landmark that honors its legacy. If you’re ready to restore the Fishback House to its rightful splendor, this historic treasure is waiting for you.
The village of Jeffersonton has historical roots in two distinct towns: Jefferson, located in the southern part of the village, and Wealsborough, now situated in the northern part. By the late 1820s, Jeffersonton had surpassed Stevensburg as Culpeper’s leading city, thanks in part to the establishment of the Jeffersonton Academy. Several significant structures in the Jeffersonton area are of historical interest. These include the Jefferson Baptist Church, dating back to 1848, the Jefferson Methodist Church, built in 1907, and eleven historic residences. Noteworthy as well is the site near the Baptist Church where a Civil War skirmish took place, as well as the archaeological site of the Jeffersonton Academy. The boundary of this historic area extends 300 feet from the existing historic structures and 50 feet east of the woodline southeast of the Baptist Church, preserving the area’s rich heritage and its ties to the past.