This is the home where Gen. Lee surrendered to Gen. Grant on April 9, 1865

National Historical Park · VA

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Questions remained: could the nation reunite as one? How would emancipation be realized?

Operating hours

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

The park is open daily from 9-5, with the exception of certain holidays: Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. The park may have reduced hours (9-3) on December 24.