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Augusta Military Academy Museum
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1640 Lee Hwy
Fort Defiance, VA
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This little gem is a fascinating record of life and education at an academy of young cadets that started during the Civil War (and was in business into the 20th century). Viewing the gothic architecture of the grand old campus buildings (that are not open for touring and are rather neglected-looking) is worth a stop-by alone.
6 min drive away local history a great sightseeing attraction to take in over your stay.
Founded in 1874, this was the first of several secondary-level, military academies in Virginia. The museum houses chronologically arranged material covering activities at the school from 1900 until the institution closed in 1984. This display features an impressive collection of uniforms and artifacts.decorated and furnished as a late 1800's Victorian Parlor, and it contains displays showing the early days of the military school. Other rooms on the first floor contain a recreation of a typical cadet barracks room and a classroom. Another display examines the athletic programs at AMA
Founded in 1874, this was the first of several secondary-level, military academies in Virginia. The museum houses chronologically arranged material covering activities at the school from 1900 until the institution closed in 1984. This display features an impressive collection of uniforms and artifac…