Philpott, VirginiaPhilpott is an unincorporated community in Henry County, in the U.S. state of Virginia.HistoryThe community is named for A. B. Philpott, who operated a general store there for many years. A post office called Philpott was established in 1900, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1958.Notable personA. B. Philpott's grandson, politician A. L. Philpott, was born in Philpott.