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    Mike R.

    Have been getting frustrated. I know the folks whom work here are volunteers, but it would be helpful to have updated hours. Several times when "open" on google it's not. When you can visit here, I'm happy to recommend this. It was a field hospital in the civil war. My apologies for forgetting how many times it switched sides, but it was up there, and the horrors of this place give you the chills. I've heard from credible people, about items moving in here by themselves. Haven't seen anything, but it is a possibility. One thing for sure, is that this is a historical spot. Lots of signatures from Union and Confederate soldiers on the walls. Hence the "Graffiti House" name. One of the Massachusetts units crossed off the confederate markings, and have a funny and crude phrase up. Also I believe that Jeb Stuart's signature has been authenticated. If this is open a worthwhile place to stop in.

    Yes, it says "Army of the United States".
    Matthew F.

    If walls could talk, what tales this place would tell. But in a way, they already do. The Graffiti House was a Civil War hospital/command post alternately used by both sides. At a strategic location close to several key fords (one of which was the site of the Battle of Brandy Station), the house saw a lot of history. As the name implies, it's most famous for the graffiti left by (likely wounded) soldiers. But the history doesn't stop there. The house has some historical mementos, and shows a brief film about the Battle of Brandy Station, the largest cavalry fight of the Civil War. It's an amazing place even for those who aren't history buffs.

    Lori A.

    Fantastic place with amazing people! Cutest little boy that played us two songs on his flute! Absolutely adorable The gentleman that is the tour guide actually worked at Bouvier in gulf port Mississippi when I toured it in 1994! Small world Definitely stop here It's very rich in history!

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    Reyna P.

    I had passed by a few weeks ago & the old church next door caught my attention, so I decided to put a pin in the area and return when I had a chance. Luckily I stumbled upon the Graffiti House. The docents are wonderful and extremely knowledgeable. I was greeted at the door with a smile and a warm handshake. There was also a mother-son duo playing civil war era music on the front porch. When you first enter the house you watch a brief 15 minute film on the history of the area and after the conclusion of the film, you're taken on a tour of the house. On the day I visited there was a young man volunteering and he was the tour guide for the first room. He was an absolute DELIGHT!!!! He provided the weapons explanations and a little bit of background on the house. He was the sweetest young man and extremely knowledgeable! After the weapons explanation, I proceeded upstairs with one of the other docents who explained about the history of the house and the "graffiti" on the walls. Downstairs, on one of the "new walls" there are several hundred signatures on the wall from descendants of people that were connected to the Brandy Station battles. It was a really neat way to include the community in a piece of history. The house was in serious disrepair, it sat to rot for many years until it was purchased to be an office building and subsequently sold to the Brandy Station Foundation. There are some modifications and upgrades, but the house still has the original floors, staircase, as well as many other original attributes. The house changed hands (Federal and Confederate) several times during the Civil War, so both sides are reflected throughout the house, as well as in the flags flown in the front. The Graffiti House is free to visit and is a wonderful piece of history, especially is you are a history buff. They also host an event around Halloween that offers the public to stay overnight with the ghosts. I will definitely be returning for that. I felt someone touch my wrist while I was upstairs near the amputation station, so I think they want me to return.

    Joseph L.

    Interesting historical landmark, a house that was used as a hospital during the Civil War. The patients left Graffiti on the walls.

    Actual graffiti by both Union and Confederate soldiers.

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    Throw a rock near Culpeper, Virginia and you'll hit a landmark of Civil War significance. Thanks to…read morea non-profit that fights to preserve the country's earliest memories, Cedar Mountain Battlefield is a place for all to visit for free. Stopping by while at a nearby cabin, here's my experience: 1) Parking: Follow the signs to free parking near the visitor center. By the picnic table in the yard, you'll see a trailhead with maps and info on the battlefield. Follow the trails to find old gravestones and places where the battle took place. 2) Points of Interest: Markers along the trail talk about the significance of the battle. Confederate General Stonewall Jackson drew his sword during this battle for the only time during the Civil War. It was also his last battle led by him. 3) Amenities: There are benches along the trails looking out over the fields. Two cannons can be seen near one field with two outhouses nearby as the only restrooms on the grounds. It is worth noting that three historic markers put up by the Culpeper Calvary Museum clearly glorify the Confederacy over the Union. Even though erected almost 100 years ago, the fact that they remain standing shows the gap between an equitable society in this country.

    Enjoyed the trails today with my hiking partner, Pookie-the-dog. The trails are in great shape,…read morewith mulch throughout the wooded area. The trails are well marked. There are historic gravesites, markers, and memorials. Today the site was quiet, with only 1 other hiking couple that after they left the visitor center parking, I didn't cross paths with them again. The caretaker was welcoming and engaged in lively conversation and recommended other nearby points of interest as well.

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