The Pest House Medical Museum
A "hospital" where people went to be quarantined, die, and be buried in the yard.

šŸ“œ Lynchburg's first "hospital," a quarantine house for contagious diseases.
šŸ” Moved to Old City Cemetery in 1987, restored to recreate 19th-century medicine.

Why Go

šŸ©ŗ Explore 19th-century medical practices and conditions.
šŸ“š Learn about Civil War medical history and Dr. Terrell's reforms.
āš°ļø See medical instruments including a "poison chest."
šŸ“ Located in the historic Old City Cemetery.

Why Avoid

šŸ’¤ Small, might feel quiet.

Tips

šŸ’” Be sure to see the "poison chest."

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