Farmington (St. Stephens Church, Virginia)

Farmington is an unincorporated community located in King and Queen County, Virginia, near the town of St. Stephens Church. It is primarily known for its historical significance as the location of, or its proximity to, several notable sites and residences. Specifically, its association with St. Stephen’s Church, one of the oldest Episcopal churches in the region, lends the name Farmington some local historical weight. While not a formal town with distinct boundaries or a local government, Farmington represents a geographic area defined by its historical connection to the church and the surrounding agricultural lands. The area consists of residences, farmland, and wooded areas characteristic of the rural landscape of the Virginia Tidewater region. Farmington's significance lies more in its historical context and local character than in its contemporary economic or political importance.