| Berryville, VA began in the 18th century
as a crossroads settlement that was originally known as Battletown, named by
Major Charles Smith to commemorate his participation in the Revolutionary
War. His family home, The Nook, still stands at 106 East Main Street.
Built in the mid-18th century, it is thought to be the oldest residence in
Berryville. When Major Smith died, the estate
was divided among his four children, one of whom sold a portion of land to
Benjamin Berry and his daughter, Sara Scribling. Berry subdivided 20 acres
into 66 building lots and petitioned the Virginia General Assembly for a
town charter, which was granted on January 15, 1798. Today Berryville has
grown to approximately 941 acres, and boasts a variety of commercial and
residential buildings representative of its 200-year heritage. |
