Malvern Hill Battlefield, Henrico County, Va.
Save 210 Important Acres in Virginia
The Oppportunity
Right now, an opportunity exists to protect nearly 210 acres of sacred battlefield land in Virginia — at Malvern Hill, Brandy Station, New Market, and New Market Heights.
Through a remarkable $6.44-to-$1 match, contributions will go even further, ensuring that these irreplaceable sites remain untouched for current and future generations.
The total value for this irreplaceable historic land is more than $2.7 million, but fortunately, every dollar donated toward this goal will be multiplied, thanks to the anticipated government matching grants from the Commonwealth of Virginia, the federal government, committed partner groups, and some very generous supporters.
The bottom line is: $429,500 is needed to forever preserve these battlefield acres.
Battlefields have already been lost to development. If action is not taken now, these landscapes — where history was written in blood and sacrifice — will disappear.
The History
Each of these Virginia battlefields tells a story of courage and determination.
- Malvern Hill (1862): The final battle of the Seven Days Campaign, where Union forces held their ground against relentless Confederate attacks. Without preservation, the battlefield’s sweeping vistas could be marred by new construction.
- Brandy Station (1863): The site of the largest cavalry battle of the Civil War, marking a turning point for Union horsemen. Today, this historic land faces the threat of modern development.
- New Market (1864): The battle where young cadets from the Virginia Military Institute charged bravely into history, shaping the outcome of the war in the Shenandoah Valley.
- New Market Heights (1864): A battlefield where African American Union soldiers displayed extraordinary valor, with 14 men receiving the Medal of Honor. This land holds powerful lessons about bravery and the fight for freedom.
These are not just places on a map; they are places where the nation’s story was written. If protection is not secured now, that story may be erased.
Stand for History Today
Too many irreplaceable historic sites have been lost. At Malvern Hill, a developer was prepared to build a massive home directly on battlefield land. Circumstances allowed for intervention in time.
But relying on luck is not an option — dedicated supporters must take action. With the right help, these 210 acres of historic land can be protected forever.
Every dollar contributed will be multiplied by $6.44, maximizing impact and ensuring that future generations can stand on these battlefields and learn from the past.
Please make your most generous gift possible today and be a part of history. Only through action can the past be preserved to inspire the future.
