Though I’ve only lived in Smyrna for 10 years, I spent a lot of time here as a child visiting my grandparents. It amazes me how much the town has grown since the mid 1970s. As a certified history nut, I’ve always been fascinated by the ordinary history that exists in most towns ie. the old houses and family cemeteries that dot the landscape.
I too am a history buff. I’ve lived in Smyrna since 1968, graduated from Smyrna High School in 1971, moved away for awhile and have now been back for about 12 years. I’ve had family in Smyrna as far back as I remember.
I have contact with quite a few people who know a lot of Smyrna history and would be glad to ask around about any specific questions. I may be able to help or may not.
I’m a member of Sam Davis Lodge #661, F&AM in Smyrna and am currently beginning research for a short book I’m planning on writing about the history of the lodge which was chartered in 1911. There was another lodge in Smyrna before Sam Davis, but it lost it’s charter sometime after the Civil War. There was also a lodge in the Mona vicinity called Jeruselum lodge.
Mike
By: leeferr on April 29, 2008
at 10:22 pm
Great blog, I lived in Smyrna from 1998 – 2004 and loved the area. I have really enjoyed the history that you have posted. I miss the area and hope to return soon.
By: tjthompson5150 on May 2, 2008
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Can anyone give me any info on the house thast is in the picture here I live nere it and have been up ther many times, they are building homes all around it any info would ne great
By: smyrnagrey on July 15, 2008
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The house pictured at the top of the page is known as the King-Johns home. During the Civil War, there were skirmishes in the area, and I’ve been told there are still bullet holes in the walls. The area around the home is being developed by a family member of one of the early owners. The “Hearthstone” Books at the Smyrna Library contain information about this house.
By: smyrnatnhistory on July 15, 2008
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Thank you so much I would give anything to own that home… I love just going to it now and again.
By: smyrnagrey on July 15, 2008
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In response to “leefer’s” post in April, 08, I’d be interested in the short book you do on Sam Davis Lodge. I became a member of the lodge in 2004 after moving here in 2002.
I find the history of the area fascinating, especially the Goochland homesite and surrounding area. I actually discovered this site while researching JS Gooch, the son of Dr Gooch.
By: Gary on December 24, 2008
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