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National Register of Historic Places

Drover’s Rest

Also known as VDHR #029-0012

On the National Register since 20233 years
Listed 2023McLean

Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.

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About Drover’s Rest

Drover’s Rest, at 8526 Georgetown Pk., was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jun 20, 2023. The Register lists it for its architecture, commerce and conservation, at the local level. The listing covers 2 acres.

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8526 Georgetown Pk., McLean

No other Register listing is within a short walk. The nearest are under Around it.

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4 more Register listings within 2 miles

★ National Historic Landmark · D district · B building · S site. Each opens its own page.

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Questions about Drover’s Rest

Is Drover’s Rest on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Jun 20, 2023 (Register number 100009070).

Is Drover’s Rest a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Virginia has 125 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Potomac Canal Historic District, 2.1 miles away.

Can you visit Drover’s Rest?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026). Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.