Tucked away in the Windsor Farms neighborhood of Richmond awaits something that looks like it was transported from the pages of a fairytale. In fact, it was transported, but not from a book; it was shipped across the Atlantic from its original home of Lancashire, England. Today, it’s open to the public and serves as a museum and garden. If you’ve never had the chance to visit, you should consider doing so soon! Here’s more on the fascinating history behind Agecroft Hall.

Walking along Sulgrave Road in Richmond, Virginia, you'll happen upon a historic gem known as Agecroft Hall.
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This stately Tudor manor house was actually built in the 15th century across the Atlantic in England.
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Agecroft, photographed below in its original location of Pendlebury, fell into disrepair by the 20th century.
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A man by the name of Thomas C. Williams, Jr., was advised by his architect, Henry G. Morse, to purchase the home.
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This was during the Country Place Era when wealthy Americans were building country estates similar to those they saw in Europe.
The house was dismantled, shipped, and then rebuilt in what was then a brand-new neighborhood in Richmond established along the James River.
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When Agecroft was rebuilt, it wasn't put together exactly as it had been in England. Instead, it was adjusted for more modern conveniences. The project was finished in 1926 and cost a total of $250,000, which was a considerable amount of money at that time.
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Those interested in touring Agecroft Hall and the beautiful gardens can purchase tickets for self-guided tours, which are offered from Tuesday to Sunday between 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
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Have you ever visited Agecroft Hall in Richmond? What did you think of this unique landmark? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we would love to hear from you! For more information, visit Agecroft Hall online.

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Agecroft Hall & Gardens, 4305 Sulgrave Rd, Richmond, VA 23221, USA