Rose Hill, Virginia
Rose Hill: City in Mahaska County, Iowa, United States
About
Rose Hill is a city located in the county of Fairfax in the U.S. state of Virginia.
Rose Hill is an unincorporated community located in Lee County, Virginia. It lies near the Cumberland Gap and the border of Kentucky.
The community was founded in the late 18th century by pioneer settlers. In 1785, Reverend Charles Cummings established the first school and church in the area known as Ewing's Valley.
In 1835, the community name changed to Rose Hill likely after Dr. John Rose who operated a spa there. The economy was largely agricultural.
In 1883, the Powell Valley Railroad reached Rose Hill, stimulating the timber and coal mining industries. The town grew into a center of commerce.
Rose Hill Today
Today, Rose Hill remains a small, rural unincorporated town with around 300 residents. While it lacks a formal government, the community retains its identity and spirit.
Notable attractions are the Charles Cummings House, Rose Hill Methodist Church, and the natural beauty of the surrounding Appalachian region. It serves as a gateway to the Jefferson National Forest.
Rose Hill embodies the frontier spirit and mountain heritage of Southwestern Virginia despite its small size. It perseveres as a tight-knit Appalachian community.
Conclusion
From its early pioneer days to the arrival of the railroad, Rose Hill represents the frontier progression of rural mountain towns. It retains its small-town charm and identity. Key aspects of its history include Reverend Cummings, the name origin, and the Powell Valley Railroad which connected it to commerce.
Quick Facts about Rose Hill
| Population : | 20,226 |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Virginia (United States) |
| County : | Fairfax County |
| Postal code : | 52586 |
| Area : | 0.35 km2 |
| Altitude : | 814 feet / 248 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 20:58:38 (19th April 2024) |
Geography
Rose Hill is located at 38°47'19"N 77°6'46"W (38.7887200, -77.1127600).
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People born in Rose Hill (3)
People born in Rose Hill, including journalist Frank Luther Mott, politician H. Kay Hedge, author and editor Kathryn Morgan Ryan, .
List
Schools in Rose Hill
College & universities near Rose Hill, VA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 427894 | CET-Alexandria | Alexandria (VA) | 22312 |
Stations (23)
Amtrak & bus stations near Rose Hill, VA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALX | Union Station | 110 Callahan Drive | RAIL |
| LOR | Lorton station | 8006 Lorton Road | RAIL |
| WAS | Washington Union Station | 50 Massachusetts Ave NE | RAIL |
| BCV | Burke Centre | 10399 Premier Court | RAIL |
| WDB | Woodbridge station | 1040 Express Way | RAIL |
Post offices near Rose Hill
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Franconia Post Office | Alexandria (VA) | 22310 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Rose Hill , Kansas city in Butler County, Kansas, United States with a population of 3,979 people.
- Rose Hill , North Carolina human settlement in Duplin County, North Carolina, United States of America with a population of 1,620 people.
- Rose Hill , Iowa city in Mahaska County, Iowa, United States with a population of 161 people.
- Rose Hill , Illinois village in Jasper County, Illinois, United States with a population of 80 people.
Other cities in Fairfax County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fairfax County , VA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Reston | 58,404 | Census-designated place in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States |
| McLean | 48,115 | A city in Fairfax County, Virginia. |
| Burke | 41,055 | A census-designated place in Fairfax County, Virginia. |
| Annandale | 41,008 | Census designated place in Virginia, United Stetes |
| Oakton | 34,166 | Unincorporated community in Virginia |
| Herndon | 24,573 | Town in Virginia, United States |
| Baileys Crossroads | 23,643 | Census designated place |
| Lincolnia | 22,855 | Census designated place in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States |
| West Springfield | 22,460 | City in Hampden County, Massachusetts |
| Tysons Corner | 19,627 | Unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States |
| Lorton | 18,610 | Census designated place |
| Franconia | 18,245 | Census designated place |
| Idylwood | 17,288 | Census designated place |
| Vienna | 16,518 | Town in Fairfax County, Virginia |
| Wolf Trap | 16,131 | Census designated place |
| Fort Hunt | 16,045 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Rose Hill distances to largest Virginia cities
