Kirtley's Road

Historical marker location:

Leon, Virginia

( Marker is on Kirtley Road (County Route 631) 0.1 miles west of James City Road (Route 621), on the right when traveling west.)

Marker installed: 2000

The Virginia Colony was known for its tobacco production, which was the main export during the 17th century. Virginia's tobacco exports helped make it one of the wealthiest colonies in North America.