Historic Avenel

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Historic Avenel

Located in downtown Bedford, Historic Avenel is a beautiful setting for any event. The original plantation known as Avenel was built in 1838 by William M.

Avenel is well suited for weddings, class reunions, receptions, craft fairs, historic re-enactments, parties, and off-site business meetings. Burwell and his wife, Frances Steptoe Burwell. Located in the heart of the city of Bedford, Avenel has been a centerpiece of social, cultural, and political life for over 150 years. Avenel is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and the Virgini

a Landmarks Register. In 1906, Avenel was purchased from the Burwell family by J.W. Ballard. The home remained in the Ballard family until 1985 when it was purchased by The Avenel Foundation. The foundation is a non-profit organization formed by a group of local citizens whose mission was to rescue, restore, preserve and protect historic Avenel and make this unique landmark available for educational, social, business and other appropriate community uses. Almost 200 years have passed and the vision remains. Avenel is one of Bedford's crown jewels that continues to make history each and every day. Historic Avenel is a beautiful setting for any event. Catering requirements are flexible. You may choose your own caterer or ask our caretaker for names of caterers in the area. Historic Avenel accommodates up to 300 people for indoor receptions, 80 people for seated banquets, and 400 people if the event includes includes use of the porches and grounds. When weather permits, the wrap-around porch provides an excellent indoor/outdoor party atmosphere. Parking is conveniently located behind Historic Avenel. Next time you need a place that to hold your event that exudes Southern charm and historical character - then Historic Avenel has your answer.

04/29/2026

Freshly harvested for mint julip enjoyment while watching the "Most exciting 2 minutes in sports!"

See you Saturday at Historic Avenel!

04/08/2026

🏇Join us for the MOST EXCITING 2 minutes in sports! 🏇

May 2, 2026 - 13th Annual Henry Walton Memorial Derby Day at Historic Avenel!

Tickets can be purchased at the Bedford Area Welcome Center, Arthur's Jewelry, Scott & Bond Insurance, or from Any Board Member.

04/04/2026

Happy Easter from 1993 to 2026 Historic Avenel! 33 years of Easter Celebration!

02/06/2026

Enormous gratitude to The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation for its grant toward "Main Entrance: Stair Repair - the Rail Could Fail"

Thank You!!

01/01/2026

🥂🍾 Happy New Year 2026! 🍾 🥂

Many thanks to all donors and 2025 event participants and sponsors: Arthur’s Jewelry (twice!), Witt Mechanical, DA Davidson, Gross’ Orchard, Select Bank, Tharp Funeral Home, VA Sentinel, & Lone Jack Contractor.

12/26/2025

12/05/2025

❄️☃️Happy Snow Day from Historic Avenel ! ☃️❄️

Join us TOMORROW for our Ruby Christmas Gala!

Limited Tickets will be sold at the door!

Reserve yours today by emailing [email protected]

11/01/2025

Four fun-loving Avenel board members oversaw a children’s Halloween costume contest and gave out candy to trick or treaters at Avenel tonight.

Address

413 Avenel Ave
Bedford, VA
24523

Telephone

+15407981961

Website

http://www.historicavenel.com/

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