Attractions
Stratford Hall
Birthplace of Robert E. Lee and boyhood home of Richard Henry Lee and Francis Lightfoot Lee, the only brothers to sign the Declaration of Independence. The Plantation encompasses over 1800 acres of farmlands and forests on a high bluff overlooking the Potomac River. Built in the late 1730s, the Great House contains some of the most architecturally significant rooms of the Colonial era. The site includes nature trails, a gristmill and formal gardens.
STRATFORD HALL PLANTATION 804-493-8038
Fax: 804-493-0333 www.stratfordhall.org
483 Great House Rd., Stratford, VA 22558
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Birthplace of Robert E. Lee.
PARKING: 4 wheelchair accessible parking spaces.
TYPES OF PATHS: Bridge between visitor center and store, bare ground to Great House and dining room.
ENTRANCE: At visitor center: Handrails on left and rt. Ramps provided. 36 in. wide glass entry doors easily open in with round vertical handles, clearly marked in contrasting color, located 36 in. above floor. At Great House: Handrails in center. Ramps provided. Entry doors, 36 in. wide, easily open in with round handle 36 in. above floor. Interior steps in center of house. Handrails.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Visitor center, dining room and historic area. Doors are 36 in. wide, and open in. No turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 36 in. wide doors opening out, and handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, and 10 in. between commode and wall. Sink height is 30 in. Accessible stall checked regularly for obstructions.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: Wheelchair accessible phone.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing impairments, there are tours in American Sign Language, and signing interpreter available with advance notice.
For guests with visual impairments, there are hands-on exhibits.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 48 in. wide. Counters 31 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
ENTRANCE: On Plantation. 1 exterior step, 7 in. in height. Ramps provided. Entry doors easily open out with knob handle.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Doors 28 in. wide, open in. No turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 29 in. wide doors opening in, and handrails. 12 in. between commode and wall. Sink height is 31 in. Accessible stall checked regularly for obstructions.
DINING: Every table is accessible to guests in wheelchairs. Table height is 30 in. Aisle width varies, tables are movable. Menus available on non-glossy surface.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Non-smoking facility. Accepted credit cards MC and V. Open daily 9-4:30. Closed New Year’s, Thanksgiving and Christmas Days. Adults $7, Seniors and active duty military $6, Children 6-18 $3, under 6 Free.
