Chatham Manor, Fredericksburg, Virginia - Discussion

Anonymous · Oct. 30, 2025, 6:26 p.m.

Discussion thread for Chatham Manor, Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Chatham Manor was a plantation overlooking the Rappahannock River, began in 1768 by William Fitzhugh. It had a dairy, icehouse, barns, stables, fish hatchery, orchard, mill and even a horse racetrack. Many famous historic figures have had ties here, visiting for elaborate parties. The home has been...

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