Welcome to the official website of
General Jubal A. Early’s Homeplace
We are open Sundays from 1 to 5 until the Fall.
We are open Sundays from 1 to 5 until the Fall.
Welcome!
This is the official website of General Jubal Anderson Early’s homeplace on 455 Old Hollow Lane, Hardy VA.
General Jubal A. Early was born in Franklin County in 1816 and spent much of his childhood in this home and in the grounds surrounding it.
This historical site is a must-visit for families, teachers, students and anyone interested in learning more about General Early.
The new entrance signs are up along Route 116. Please come visit us one Sunday afternoon!
“Bringing History to Life”
Sunday, September 14, 2025 | 1 - 5 PM
455 Old Hollow Lane, Hardy, VA
The Friends of Lucy Breckinridge are pleased to welcome the Fincastle Company: 18th Century Living History Interpreters to the Jubal Early Homeplace in the first of our ‘Bringing History to Life’ series.
Admission is by donation. Ham, beans & cornbread, and water will be available for purchase.
In honor and celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday, we invite you to experience what life was like in the period of the American Revolution (1765 – 1783).
The Fincastle Company is a group of dedicated living historians who portray both military and civilian roles during the time of the American War of Independence. They conduct extensive research and documentation on all the clothing and equipment used by them in order to be as accurate to the period as possible. They specifically portray the Fincastle/Montgomery County Militia which was an actual unit from Southwestern Virginia that served in the American Revolution.
About the Friends of Lucy Breckinridge: Our mission and purpose: to acquire historical knowledge and use this knowledge to educate the public; to help our veterans; to provide cleaning services for headstones so our ancestors are honored; to participate in memorial services for Civil War ancestors; and lastly, to support the Fincastle Rifles.
Dear Civil War Living History Friends & Family,
The Friends of Lucy Breckinridge invite Civil War Living Historians and re-enactors (civilians and both US and CS soldiers) to the Jubal Early Homeplace to celebrate the 209th birthday of General Jubal A. Early, on Sunday November 2nd. The event will run from 1:00 to 5:00 pm on Sunday, however, if you need to arrive earlier or stay later, please let us know so we can make the necessary preparations.
We are looking for groups to come to the Homeplace to show the public what typical camp life was like. Please note there will be no battle or skirmish demonstrations allowed. Part of our mission and purpose is to acquire historical knowledge and use this knowledge to educate the public and we therefore ask you to maintain an authentic atmosphere in order to make a memorable event for patrons and participants alike.
The day will include live music by Geoff White, Kerstin’s Kitchen Food Truck (purchases can be made on Sunday from 11 am until 5 pm), talks by living historians, including General Early himself, a Civil War encampment, tours of General Early’s house, and birthday cake.
Event guidelines will be sent upon registration. Please make sure you are familiar with these guidelines, in case some aspects of the event may have changed to ensure the safety of our guests, volunteers, and staff. Liability waivers must be signed for all participants upon check-in at the event.
Primitive camping will be available for event participants. Firewood and potable water will be available. A portable toilet will be placed near the camping area. An indoor toilet and shower is available in the house with limited access only.
Sign up below by October 10th, 2025. Limited onsite registration is available.
If you have any other questions, or need additional information, please contact do not hesitate to call 540-850-6393, or email: addyva58@gmail.com.
We look forward to seeing you in November!
FRIENDS OF LUCY BRECKINRIDGE
Celebrating the 209th birthday of General Jubal A. Early
YOU’RE INVITED TO OUR EVENT ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2:
Visit Us
455 Old Hollow Lane
Hardy, VA, 24121
(0.5 miles from Route 116/ Jubal Anderson Early Highway)
Please be aware that it’s a half mile unfinished gravel road.
Hours
Sundays (1 - 5 PM)
Note: These are our hours until the fall
Phone
540-265-8049
General Jubal A. Early was born on November 3, 1816 in Franklin County Virginia. He graduated from West Point Military Acadamy in 1837. Upon graduation, Jubal Early was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in Company E of the 3rd United States Artillery and sent to Fortress Monroe, on the tip of the Virginia Peninsula, to train recruits.
Early participated in numerous battles and campaigns including the Battle of First Bull Run (21 July 1861) where he distinguished himself and was promoted to brigadier general. He also fought in the Peninsula Campaign, Malvern Hill (1 July 1862), Cedar Mountain (9 August 1862), Second Bull Run (28-30 August 1862), and Antietam (17 September 1862). At Antietam, Confederate Brigadier General Jubal Early led a brigade under General Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson in the terrible fighting in the West Woods near the Dunker Church.
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Friends of
Lucy Breckingridge - The Friends of Lucy Breckinridge was formed in April 2024 and is made up of individuals who share a love of history, particularly the period of the Civil War.
Our mission and purpose is to acquire historical knowledge and use this knowledge to educate the public; to help our veterans; to provide cleaning services for headstones so our ancestors are honored; to participate in memorial services for Civil War ancestors; and lastly, to support the Fincastle Rifles.
Our plan is to host many events at the Jubal Early Homeplace, including teas, reenactments, lectures, tours, and other activities.