Ben Venue (Washington, Virginia)

Ben Venue is a historic home and farm located near Washington, Virginia, built between 1844 and 1846. This three-story, five-bay brick dwelling features a distinctive side gable roof and a charming one-story porch supported by Doric columns. The property includes several significant structures such as brick slave cabins, the original Fletcher homestead, a kitchen, smokehouse, privy, and a formal garden. Recognized for its historical importance, Ben Venue was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, making it an intriguing site for tourists and researchers interested in American history and architecture.