In the mid 1800's Shiloh Baptist was sold to its all black congregation for a sum of $500. Over the years the church grew and had several name changes. Today there are several Shiloh Baptist churches in the Fredericksburg area. During the Civil War, the original Shiloh Church served as a hospital for Union soldiers.

Spotsylvania County Museum houses a collection of local artifacts and genealogical records. It is located in the Old Berea Church, dating back to 1856. Battle scars inflicted by the war still remain. Open year-round.

Scene of nearly two weeks of fighting, the Battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse reached a climax at the "Bloody Angle." For 20 hours on May 12, 1864, the Bloody Angle witnessed the most intense hand-to-hand combat of the war. Historians man the exhibit shelters daily during the summer season and on weekends during much of the spring and fall season. On those days, historians also lead guided tours of the Bloody Angle at 1 and 4 pm. For complete information from the National Park Service, visit www.nps.gov/frsp.

The masonry Jail that visitors see today was built in 1855 after the 1839 Jail, positioned closer to the Courthouse, burned in 1853. SPFI welcomes visitors to the jail seasonally on Saturdays from noon to 3pm. To learn more about SPFI, its projects and scheduled events, email mail@SPFI.org or write to P. O. Box 1875, Spotsylvania VA 22553