The creation of the Buckland Historic Center marks an exciting new chapter in the preservation of the village. The County’s ongoing project includes the preservation of the Ned Distiller House and Ashe House, archaeological research, architectural studies, and stabilization work. The County is continuing to update its page as new discoveries are made and preservation Read more about Buckland Historic Center – Prince William County[…]

The Battle of Buckland Mills, famously known as the “Buckland Races,” remains one of the defining events in the village’s history. This 2024 blog post provides an engaging account of the battle, following the movements of Union and Confederate cavalry through Buckland and highlighting several surviving historic buildings and landscapes associated with the battle. Read Read more about Bristoe Station Campaign: The Battle of Buckland Mills – A Civil War Traveler[…]

Buckland’s history extends beyond its historic buildings and commercial district to the surrounding battlefield landscape. This National Park Service article tells the story of Buckland Church and its important role during the 1863 Battle of Buckland Mills. A recent preservation grant will help protect the church and cemetery from future development, adding to the nearly Read more about National Park Service Races to Preserve Buckland Church[…]