Historic Westover

Historic Westover Interior tours are available by appointment. Visitors are also invited to walk the beautiful grounds

Westover was built in the mid-eighteenth century by the Byrd family. Long considered a premier example of Georgian architecture in America, the house’s special charm lies in its elegant yet extremely simple form and perfect proportions. Of special interest are the steepness of the roof, the tall chimneys in pairs at both ends of the main house, and the elaborate doorway, which continues to be reco

gnized as "the Westover doorway." Shaded by 150-year old tulip poplar trees, Westover’s lawn offers a commanding view of the James River and majestic eagles soaring overhead. Grounds and gardens open daily; house tours by appointment only.

05/20/2026

Not many summer house tours available, so hope you can join us for one tomorrow, Thursday May 21, at 11:30 am. 🌼

05/06/2026

Interior tour this morning at 10:30 a.m.

05/04/2026

Join us for an interior tour this Wednesday, May 6, at 10:30am. Please RSVP.

04/16/2026

Westover will be open with Historic Shirley and Berkeley for Garden Week on April 19th and 20th. It's a beautiful time of the year to visit!

We hope to see you!
04/15/2026

We hope to see you!

We will be open, with Shirley and Berkeley, for Historic Garden Week on Sunday and Monday, April 19&20!
04/11/2026

We will be open, with Shirley and Berkeley, for Historic Garden Week on Sunday and Monday, April 19&20!

04/10/2026

Last minute interior tour today at 1:00 p.m.. Hope you can join us

We have an interior tour tomorrow (Wed, 4/1) at 11am. Come join us!And it's a perfect time to take in Spring's glorious ...
03/31/2026

We have an interior tour tomorrow (Wed, 4/1) at 11am. Come join us!

And it's a perfect time to take in Spring's glorious arrival by walking in Westover 's formal Garden.

Interior tour tomorrow (3/26) at 10am! Hope you can join us.
03/26/2026

Interior tour tomorrow (3/26) at 10am! Hope you can join us.

Address

7000 Westover Road
Charles City, VA
23030

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday 10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18048292882

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