The Hollow (Markham, Virginia)

The Hollow is a historic house located near Markham, Virginia, and is notable for being the boyhood home of Chief Justice John Marshall. This property is part of the John Marshall's Leeds Manor Rural Historic District and features the second-oldest dated home in Fauquier County. The dwelling, built in 1763-64, is a Colonial-era frame structure set on a fieldstone foundation. Visitors can explore the 322.32-acre property, which includes the ruins of a meat house from the same era. The site is recognized on both the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places, making it a significant destination for history enthusiasts and tourists alike.