Kenbridge is a part of the Piedmont area of south central Virginia known for its tobacco farming. The agriculture industry continues to have a significant role in the area economy and visitors are sure to note the sprawling farmlands filled with crops. Kenbridge is also home to many surviving antebellum homes. Among the biggest companies in Kenbridge are Chuck's Automotive & Truck Repair and Tru Cut Machine and Welding. The largest schools in the area are the Lunenburg County Public Schools. One of the best places to visit when you are in Kenbridge is the Riverbuck Hunting Lodge. Famous persons from the area include Richard Ellis, signor of the Declaration of Independence, and folk artist Eldridge Bagley.