Kempsville (Shacklefords, Virginia)

Kempsville is a historic home situated near Shacklefords in Gloucester County, Virginia, built around 1787. This charming 1.5-story brick dwelling showcases a four-bay design with a gable roof and a central passage plan, complemented by a 1.5-story wing and rear ell. Notable for its T-shaped chimneys, Kempsville was recognized for its historical significance and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, making it an intriguing site for both tourists and researchers interested in early American architecture.