Patrick Henry's Scotchtown

Call Directions Website Contact the business

Patrick Henry's Scotchtown Scotchtown is the only original standing home of Patrick Henry open to the public. He lived here from 1771-1778.

Henry lived here from 1771 to 1778 and conceived his most influential revolutionary ideas at the home, including his famous “Liberty or Death” speech. Scotchtown is best known as the home of Patrick Henry during the tumultuous years leading up to the American Revolution. It was at Scotchtown that he formulated the ideas for his famous “Liberty or Death” speech and it was from the house that he rode to St. John’s Church in Richmond on March 23, 1775 to deliver it. Since being acquired by Preservation Virginia in 1958, the house has been restored to its appearance during Patrick Henry’s life. With a focus placed on Patrick Henry’s life and legacy, visitors can expect to experience a dialogue-based tour that discusses topics, such as liberty, human rights and revolution. The site is open Friday through Sunday from March to December.

Calling all junior detectives and historians ages 6-12! Kids, bring your parents and join us Friday or Saturday in Octob...
10/08/2026

Calling all junior detectives and historians ages 6-12! Kids, bring your parents and join us Friday or Saturday in October at 10am for a hands-on interactive and engaging investigation into what life was like in an 18th century country manor house. This special children’s focus tour will look at primary sources along with objects in the house to help share the story of the Henry’s eldest daughter Martha.

It is recommended tickets are purchased in advance, or reservations are made for this program. Regular admission costs apply and Preservation Virginia Members are free!

https://preservationvirginia.org/event/history-detectives-a-wedding-at-scotchtown-4

Looking for a spooky time tonight? Come to Scotchtown for The Stuff of Nightmares! Availability is limited, so secure yo...
10/03/2026

Looking for a spooky time tonight? Come to Scotchtown for The Stuff of Nightmares! Availability is limited, so secure your time spot before we are sold out.

Meet Shelley, Brontë, Irving, and Stevenson this Saturday at Scotchtown’s The Stuff of Nightmares! Available time slots...
10/01/2026

Meet Shelley, Brontë, Irving, and Stevenson this Saturday at Scotchtown’s The Stuff of Nightmares! Available time slots are limited so purchase your tickets today.

* We have moved the program indoors to ensure everyone has a spooky good time!

Scotchtown stepped out in style this past Saturday with the Virginia Homespun Dance Ensemble! Music and dances from the...
09/30/2026

Scotchtown stepped out in style this past Saturday with the Virginia Homespun Dance Ensemble! Music and dances from the 18th and 19th century were discussed and our guests thoroughly enjoyed joining in the dances and learning the history behind them!

Thank you to all who came out and participated and our deep appreciation to the Virginia Homespun Dance Ensemble for making this a memorable event!

We won’t let the anticipated rain dampen our “spirits” so we will be moving the event indoors! Start this Halloween sea...
09/27/2026

We won’t let the anticipated rain dampen our “spirits” so we will be moving the event indoors!

Start this Halloween season off right with The Stuff of Nightmares at Scotchtown this coming Saturday! It will be a spooky fun time for the entire family and who doesn't like a hot chocolate bar and cookies?!?

Get on your dancing shoes and head over to Scotchtown on Saturday, September 26th for A Century of Dance!Join the Virgin...
09/25/2026

Get on your dancing shoes and head over to Scotchtown on Saturday, September 26th for A Century of Dance!

Join the Virginia Home Spun Dance Ensemble as they dance through the centuries exploring music from 1760 to 1860. Demonstrations will occur at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Each dance demo will be around 45 minutes long and the audience will have a chance to participate! While enjoying the performances, learn how music may have influenced the lives of people in Virginia especially during the revolution and here at Scotchtown.

On October 3rd we are kicking off the spooky season with The Stuff of Nightmares! Spend an evening at Scotchtown and ex...
09/23/2026

On October 3rd we are kicking off the spooky season with The Stuff of Nightmares! Spend an evening at Scotchtown and experience the true terror of the early Gothic literary movement as you meet the authors of some of the most chilling and haunting stories and novels of the 18th and 19th centuries. The evening ends with hot chocolate and cookies around a bon fire while listening to more ghostly tales!

Both Sarah Henry and Polly Marshall played important roles in the lives of their families, but their histories are often...
09/18/2026

Both Sarah Henry and Polly Marshall played important roles in the lives of their families, but their histories are often overshadowed by stories of hardship. Join Preservation Virginia on September 30th for Revolutionary Wives: A Virtual Lecture Program that will delve into the myths surrounding these women and explore their lives and experiences beyond those familiar stories.

Address

16120 Chiswell Lane
Beaverdam, VA
23015

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+18042273500

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Patrick Henry's Scotchtown posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Patrick Henry's Scotchtown:

Shortcuts

Share