Facts and Legends of Goochland County

Facts and Legends is a collection of essays and photographs about the people, places, legends and lore of Goochland County. These stories capture the imagination, are cause for celebration, represent events of important historical note, conjure up nostalgia, and feature remarkable individuals who exist as legends in their own right. Goochland County is in the Piedmont Plateau region in the heart of central Virginia. Goochland is approximately 13 miles west of Richmond, the capital of Virginia and 25 miles southeast of Charlottesville. 2010 Census Data, Goochland County is home to 21,717 residents and encompasses 289 square miles in area.