This section lists the societies of Virginia, giving details about each one and what resources and publications they offer.
Statewide and Regional Societies
County and Other Societies
Statewide and Regional Societies
South Central Virginia Genealogical Society
The association was established in 1999.
Many databases and indexes are accessible, which include Cemetery Records, Census Records, Military Records, Marriage Records, Tax Lists, Deeds, Obituaries and Deaths.
Databases and indexes also include Church Histories for Amelia, Appomattox, Brunswick, Buckingham, Campbell, Charlotte, Cumberland, Halifax, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Nottoway, Pittsylvania, Prince Edward Counties.
Please note that not all resources are available for all Counties.
Many resources can be accessed in their Library, which include:
- African-American Research Books
- Alumni Directories
- Births
- Black History Resources
- Census Returns
- Cemetery Transcripts
- Church Histories
- Church Registers
- Colonial History
- Court Order Books
- Deaths
- Deeds
- Emigration Documents
- European Genealogy Books
Archives available at the Library also comprise:
- Genealogies
- Gravestone Inscriptions
- Heritage Books
- Land Tax
- Marriage Bonds
- Military Books
- Newspaper Clippings
- Obituaries
- Passenger Arrivals
- Patents and Grants
- School Yearbooks
- Tax Lists
- Town Histories
- Wills
Some publications are available for sale, which incorporate:
- Back Issues of the Family Ties Newsletter
- Charlotte Co. Heritage Book
- Family Tree Chart
- History of the 566th Virginia Infantry Regiment
- Maps
- Patrick Co. Heritage Book
- Prince Edward Co. History
A list of surnames currently being researched by members is also on the site.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vascvgs/
Virginia Genealogical Society
The association was organised in 1960. Their aims are to promote and encourage family history research, to publish genealogical information and to share accumulated knowledge.
A list of Genealogical Websites you may find of use are on the site. These include:
- Booksellers and Publishers
- Databases
- Libraries and Archives
- Maps and Geography
- Other Societies and States
- Search Engines
Numerous publications are available for sale, which incorporate:
- Cavaliers and Pioneers: Land Patent Abstracts 1732-1776
- Charlotte Co. Marriages Bonds and Ministers 1816-1850
- Death Notices from Richmond Newspapers 1841-1853
- Estates 1800-1865 (Index)
- Land Office Inventory
- Marriage Notices from Richmond Newspapers 1821-1853(2 Volumes)
- Middlesex Co. Marriage Bonds and Minister Returns
- Page Co. Tombstone Inscriptions
Website:
http://www.vgs.org
County and Other Societies
Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society
Their aims are to collect and preserve manuscripts relating to the past of Charlottesville and Albemarle Co., exhibit these materials in their museum and to encourage local history research.
Many resources can be accessed in their Library, which include more than 4000 Books and Periodicals, Vertical Files, Manuscripts, Maps, Pamphlets and Subject Files.
Some Databases and Indexes are accessible, which include the Magazine of Albemarle Co. Index. This states the Citation Numbers relating to:
- Cemetery Transcripts
- Census Returns
- Courts and Courthouse Records
- Genealogies
- Military Records
- Schools
- Vital Records
For a full list of items included in this Index, please visit their site. A List of Names in Memorial Books is also available.
Website:
https://albemarlehistory.org
Alleghany Highlands Genealogical Society
The aim of the association is to collect and preserve materials relating to Alleghany Co. and the surrounding areas in Virginia and West Virginia.
Publications sold by the society include:
- 1900 Census Index Alleghany Co.
- Births 1853-1859, 1860-1863, 1867-1868, 1870-1874, 1876-1878, 1887-1890, 1892-1896 and 1912-1917 for Alleghany Co.
- Births 1912-1916 for Boiling Springs
- Births 1912-1916 for Clifton Forge
- Cemetery Transcripts
- Centennial History of the area
- Inventories and Sales
- Marriage Records 1822-1960 for Alleghany Co.
- Marriage Records 1906-1929 for Clifton Forge
- Obituaries 1995-2010
- Wills
A list of Surnames currently being researched by Members is also on the site. A Blog and a Query Page are also accessible.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vaallegh/AHGS/index.htm
Amherst County Museum and Historical Society
Many archives can be accessed in their Library, which incorporate:
- 1790 and 1820 Federal Census
- AIS Census Index
- Amherst Co. Newspapers
- Cemetery Information
- Church Histories
- Court Documents
- The David French Collection
- Deeds and Wills Abstracts
- Family Files
- Genealogies
- Maps
- Military Rosters
- Oral Histories
- Population Census Information
- Virginia Colonial Documents 1600s-1700s
- Virginia Road Orders
The 1870 and 1880 Agricultural Census Indexes for the area are available on the site.
Numerous publications are sold by the society, which incorporate:
- 1864 Confederate Engineers’ Map
- Amherst Co. Families
- Amherst Men in Gray
- Gravestone Inscriptions
Website:
http://www.amherstcountymuseum.org
Appomattox County Historical Society
Many publications are available for sale, which include:
- Appomattox Church Cemeteries
- Appomattox History
- Appomattox Notes
- Appomattox Private Cemeteries
- The Battle of Cold Harbour
- Life During the Civil War
- Marriages 1854-1890
Website:
https://www.appomattoxhistorical.org
Augusta County Genealogical Society
The aim of the society is to preserve genealogical records and to promote and encourage interest in genealogy and family history.
Numerous publications are sold by the society, which comprise:
- African American Births 1853-1896
- African American Marriages 1865-1925
- African American Voter Registrations 1870-1920
- Beverly Patten Map, 1736 – James Hildebrand
- Deaths 1912-1917
- Free Blacks and Mulattoes in Augusta County – Laten Bechtel
- Marriage Bonds 1785-1825
- Marriage Records 1851-1890
- Safe Keeping …….A Glimpse into Slave Trading in Augusta Co.
- Set Free: Augusta County Emancipations and Manumissions – Laten Bechtel
- Slave Births 1853-1864 Augusta Co. – Laten Bechtel
- That’s Just the Way it Was – Laten Bechtel & Susie Brent King
Website:
https://www.acgsva.org
Augusta County Historical Society
Their aim is to collect and preserve documents relating to the history of Augusta County.
Many archives can be accessed in their Library, which include:
- Books
- Diaries
- Financial Ledgers
- Letters
- Manuscripts
- Paper Ephemera
- Photograph Collection
To view the full list of resources available in the Archives, please visit their site.
Publications sold by the society include:
- Calendar Drawings – 1993, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998
- Free Negroes in Augusta and Staunton – Katharine G. Bushman
- Great Valley Patriots – Howard M. Wilson
- J.R. Hildebrand Map – First Landholders
- Marriages
- Naturalisation Records
- Staunton/Parkersburg Turnpike: Oral Histories
Website:
http://www.augustacountyhs.org
Bland County Historical Society
Many archives can be accessed in Bogle Library and Archives, which include Births, Cemetery Transcripts, Census Returns and Church Registers.
Archives also include Court Order Books, Deaths, Deeds, Genealogies, Marriages, School Registers, Tax Lists and Wills.
These archives relate not only to Bland Co., but to other Counties in Virginia. For a full list of resources available, please visit their site.
Numerous publications are available for sale, which incorporate:
- 1870, 1880 and 1920 Census Returns
- Court Order Books 1872-1877 and 1884-1891
- Genealogies
- Marriage Records 1861-1929 and 1930-1957
- Obituaries 1870-2004
- Obituaries and Deaths 1861-1890
- Wills 1861-1901
Website:
http://blandcountyhistsoc.org
Buckingham County Historical Society
Many publications are available for sale, which comprise:
- Buckingham Co. Cemeteries Survey
- Buckingham Co. History
- The Courthouse Burned
- Indexes to the US Census for Buckingham Co. 1810-1850 and 1860-1870
Website:
http://www.historicbuckingham.org
Campbell County Historical Society
The aims of the society are to preserve Campbell County Courthouse as a museum, to preserve manuscripts relating to the history of Campbell County, and to research racial and cultural histories.
Some publications are available for sale, which include:
- 1850 Campbell Co. Census Books
- Campbell Co. Cemetery Books
- Chronicle 1990-1999 – Campbell County Historical Society newsletters
- Faith of Our Fathers – a 2010 Calendar showing photographs of the Oldest Churches in the Area
- Reflections of Campbell Co. – a 2009 calendar with images of Campbell Co. past
Website:
https://cchsva.org
Charlotte County Historical and Genealogical Society
Many databases are available, which comprise:
- Bible Records
- Biographies
- Births
- Cemetery Inscriptions
- Chancery Documents
- Church Registers
- Deaths
- Family Names
Databases also incorporate:
- Guardianship Accounts 1765-1782
- Land Measurement Guide
- Marriage Records
- Military Records
- Obituaries
- Old Diseases
- Old Occupations
- Tax Records
- Wills and Probate
Databases also include Newspaper Information, which incorporate:
- Anniversaries
- Business News
- Divorces
- Engagements
- Marriages
- Military
- Reunions
- School News
- Will Notices
In addition, School Registers are also available:
- Aspen
- Drakes Branch
- Keysville Elementary
- Keysville High
- Keysville: Bluestone-Harmony Academy
- Randolph Henry High School
Website:
http://www.cchgs.net
Chesterfield Historical Society
Many archives can be accessed in their Library, which comprise:
- Books
- Cemetery Records
- Church Minute Books
- Civil War Maps
- County Maps 1607-1991
- Family Bible Records and Letters
- Genealogies
- Microfilms
- Mining Maps
- Periodicals
- Pictures
- School Record Books
- Vertical Files: Newspaper Clippings, Magazine Clippings, Brochures, Programs from events
The Chesterfield Co. Death Register 1853-1896 is accessible, along with a list of Cemeteries.
Chesterfield Co. Marriages 1771-1854 is available to purchase from the association.
Website:
http://www.chesterfieldhistory.com
Clarke County Historical Association
The association was established in 1939, its aim being to preserve the history of Clarke County.
Many archives can be accessed in their Library, which include:
- Births
- Census Returns
- Church Registers
- Deaths
- Directories
- Drawings
- Maps
- Marriages
- Newspapers
- Photographs
- Tombstone Inscriptions
It is possible to peruse the Library’s on-line catalogue. Links to other sites you may find of use are also accessible.
Website:
http://www.clarkehistory.org
Culpeper Genealogical Society
Many databases are accessible, which incorporate:
- Back Issues of Culpeper Connections, their quarterly Journal
- Cemetery Listings
- Church Information
- Historic Markers
- Photo Gallery
- Register of Christenings and Marriages for 1794 in St Mark’s Parish
- Tombstone Inscriptions
A Research Guide is also accessible, which gives information about Culpeper Co. Courthouse, Culpeper Co. Library and the Museum of Culpeper History.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vacgs/
Fairfax Genealogical Society
Many Special Interest Groups are available, which include Beginner’s, Certification, Carolina and Georgia Connections, Daytime Methodology, Family History Writing, German, Irish, Mid-Atlantic, Midwestern, New England Study Group, NGS Home Study Course, Surnames Projects and Genetic Genealogy, Speakers and Technology Special Interest Groups.
Numerous publications and items are sold by the society, including:
- Badge Holder
- Burgundy Short-Sleeve Polo Shirt
- Cemetery Inscriptions
- Lapel Pin
- Long-Sleeve Oxford Shirts
- Tote Bag
- White Short-Sleeve Polo Shirt
Website:
http://www.fxgs.org
Fluvanna County Historical Society
Many archives can be accessed in their Library, which include:
- Books
- Genealogical Information
- Historic Documents
- Journals
- Letters
- Magazines
- Newspapers
- Photographs
Website:
http://www.fluvannahistory.org
GHOTES – Genealogy and History of the Eastern Shore of Virginia
The association has many databases, which comprise:
- Ahnentafel Indexes
- Family Bible Pages
- Family Journals
- Letters and Diaries
- Marriage Registry Index 1896-1925
- Scanned Historical Documents
- Will Transcriptions
A list of Books of Interest is also accessible, which incorporates:
- 1856 Land Tax Northampton Co.
- Adventurers of Purse and Person 1607-1625
- The Duntons of the Eastern Shore
- Loose Papers
- Marriages of Accomack Co. 1854-1895
- Sundry Court Cases 1628-1731
- Wills and Administrations of Accomack Co. 1800-1860
- Wills and Administrations of Northampton Co. 1800-1854
Details of County Records available on Microfilm at VA Archives in Richmond is accessible, along with a list of Churches and Cemeteries.
Details of Publications available from Miles and Miles of Genealogy are available, which include:
- 1850 and 1860 Accomack Co. Census Corrections
- Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore
- Eastern Shore of Virginia Land Patents Map
- Family Reports
- Marriages and Deaths from Eastern Shore Newspapers
- Sandford’s Charity Ledger Book
- Tombstone Inscriptions of Upper Accomack Co.
Website:
http://ghotes.net/subinde2.htm
Gloucester Genealogical Society
Numerous databases are available, including:
- Attorney and Physician Licences
- Cemeteries
- Census Returns
- Deaths
- Dog Licences
- GEDCOMs
- Gloucester Veterans Memorial and Personal Property Tax Assessments
- Land Patents 1628-1849
Databases also include:
- Land Tax Assessments
- Marriages
- Mill and Ferry Licences
- Retail Merchants Licences
- Rent Rolls 1704
- Tax on Silver Items
- Tavern and Public Entertainment Licences
- Town Lot Tax Assessments
Many publications are sold by the society, which incorporate:
- 1900 Federal Census for Gloucester Co.
- Deaths of Gloucester Co. 1865-1890
- Marriages Gloucester Co. 1853-1895
- Tax Account 1770-1771 for Gloucester Co.
- Tax Records 1782-1820 for Abingdon, Petsworth and Ware Parishes
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vaggsv/
Goochland County Historical Society
Many archives can be accessed in their Library, which incorporate:
- 1787 and 1790 Census Returns of Virginia
- 1810, 1830, 1860, 1870 Census Returns of Goochland Co.
- Douglas Register 1750-1797
- Goochland Wills Abstracts 1727-1777
- List of Colonial Soldiers in Virginia
- Marriages in Goochland Co. 1733-1815
- Marriage Bonds and Ministers’ Returns 1816-1854
- Virginia Wills and Administrations 1632-1800
Website:
http://www.goochlandhistory.org
Grayson County Heritage Foundation
Their aims are to educate members of the public about the history of Grayson Co., to preserve the history of the area and to promote research into genealogy and architecture, arts and crafts of the region. They also help to preserve historic sites, structures, monuments and other materials of historic value.
A list of Grayson Co. Cemeteries is also available.
Many publications are sold by the society, which incorporate:
- 1897 Map
- Cemeteries
- Marriages 1853-1898, 1899-1909, 1910-1923 and 1924-1931
- Our Grayson Heritage
- Settlers of Old Grayson: A Finding Aid
Information regarding Surnames currently being researched by Members is on the site.
Website:
http://www.graysonheritage.org
Greene County Historical Society
Many archives relate to Greene County, including:
- Genealogy Reference Books
- Family Histories
- Obituary Files
A large database of Greene County descendants is accessible in their Genealogical Research Centre in Stanardsville.
Numerous publications are sold by the society, which incorporate:
- 1860 and 1900 Federal Census Returns
- Back Issues of their Magazine
- Battle of Stanardsville
- Cemetery Inscriptions
- Greene Co. History
- Greene Co. Images Book
- Greene Co. Marriages 1838-1900
- Harper’s Weekly
- Maps
- Marriages 1838-1900
- Where Time Stood Still, A Memoir of the 1920s and 30s – Watkins Leigh Ribble
Website:
https://www.greenehistoryva.org
Greensville County Genealogy Society
Their aims are to preserve genealogical information, to help people with their family history research, and to produce a database of oral histories.
Many databases are accessible, which incorporate:
- 1783 Heads of Household
- Cemetery Maps and Surveys
- Census Indexes
- Guardianship Records
- List of Free Negroes 1815
- List of Free Negroes 1830-1832
- Obituaries published in the Independent-Messenger Newspaper
- Wills 1775-1928
Links to other sites you may find useful are also available.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vagcgs/
Hanover County Historical Society
Many publications are sold by the society, which include:
- The Association’s Bulletin 1969-2002
- Early Marriages
- Graveyards in Hanover Co.
- Hanover Monument to Confederate Soldiers
- Old Homes of Hanover Co.
- Sketch of the Early History of Hanover and its Contributions to the American Revolution
Website:
http://www.hanoverhistorical.org
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society – The Heritage Museum
An extensive collection of archives can be accessed in their Library, which comprise:
- Birth Certificates
- Cemetery Transcripts
- Church Registers
- Family Papers
- Genealogies
- Obituaries
- Photographs
- Property Tax Records
- Surname Files
- Undertakers Books
Finding Aids giving more information about their Documents and Other Collections are also available. It is also possible to peruse the Library’s On-line Catalogue.
Many publications are sold by the society, which incorporate:
- Church Registers
- Civil War Books
- The Early Indians of Virginia
- The Good Land: Native American and Early Colonial Food
- Guide to Virginia Military Units in the War of 1812
- Maps and Charts
- Rosters – Rockingham Units War of 1812
- Shenandoah Valley Family Data 1799-1813
- Town History Books
Website:
https://visitshenandoah.org/poi/the-heritage-museum/
Henry County – Bassett Historical Centre
Also listed under Martinsville County.
Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society
The aims of the association are to preserve archives relating to Lee Co. and to unite people who are interested in its past.
Many archives are accessible in their Library, which incorporate:
- Cemeteries
- Church Histories
- Census Returns
- Cook Books
- Early Records
- Early Settlers of Lee Co.
- Genealogies
- Periodicals
- School Yearbooks
- Telephone Directories
For a full list of archives available, please visit their site.
Some books are available for sale, which include Bicentennial History of Lee Co., Cemetery Records and A Pictorial History of Lee Co.
Website:
https://leecountyhgs.org
Lovettsville Historical Society
Their aims are to acquire documents and records, to maintain a research library, and to preserve artefacts relating to Lovettsville History.
Numerous books are available in their Library, which include:
- 8th Virginia Infantry
- Genealogies
- Loudoun Co. Church Registers 1745-1800
- Loudoun Co. Families
- Loudoun Co. Map
- Lovettsville Union Cemetery
- New Jerusalem Lutheran Church Cemetery
- A People of God 1765-1965 New Jerusalem Lutheran Church
- Virginia Genealogy
Some publications are available for sale, which incorporate:
- Cemetery Transcripts
- Loudoun Co. and the Civil War
- Loudoun Co. Church Registers 1745-1800
Website:
http://www.lovettsvillehistoricalsociety.org
Madison County Historical Society
The aim of the society is to preserve the history of Madison County.
Some publications are sold by the society, which include:
- Driving Tour of Madison County
- Images of America: Along Va. Appalachian Trail
- Images of America: Madison Co.
- Madison Co. A Revised History
- Madison Co. Land Grants 1722-1865
- Shenandoah National Park and its Neighbours
- Shenandoah Secrets
- SNP Land Records
Website:
http://www.madisonvahistoricalsociety.org
Martinsville – Bassett Historical Centre
Many archives can be accessed in the Historical Centre, which include:
- Census Returns
- Early African-American Co-Habitation List
- Family Files
- Funeral Home Records
- Genealogy Books
- Genealogy Files Pilson Collection
- Local History Files
- Personal Computer Genealogy Collections
Their Local Company Collections incorporate:
- DuPont, Tultex, Bassett-Walker
- Blue Ridge Hardware & Supply Co.
- Bassett Industries, Stanley Newspaper
- Henry Co. Plywood, Bassett Pioneer
Website:
http://www.bassetthistoricalcenter.com
Mathews County Historical Society
The society was established in 1964 and incorporated in 1970. Its aims are to preserve and promote the heritage of Mathews County. It now has over 150 members throughout the United States.
Some publications are available for sale, which incorporate:
- Census Returns 1810-1860
- Historic Homes and Properties
- Kingston Parish Register: Mathews, Gloucester and Middlesex Counties: Slaves and Slaveholders, 1746-1827
- Land and Personal Tax Lists 1791-1800
- Mathews Co. Land and Personal Tax Lists 1791-1800
- Mathews Co.: Lost Landscapes, Untold Stories – Martha W McCartney
- Mathews Men Who Served in the War Between the States – Mrs Bernard Franklin White
- New Point Comfort Lighthouse, Its History and Preservation – Mary Louise Clifford and J. Candace Clifford
- Old Kingston Parish 1652-1976
- Pictorial History of Mathews Co. 1791-1941
- Tombstones of Mathews Co. 1711-1986
- The Vestry Book of Kingston Parish 1679-1796
Website:
http://www.mathewscountyhistoricalsociety.org/
Mount Vernon Genealogical Society
Many archives can be accessed in their Library, which comprise:
- Bible Records
- Births, Marriages and Deaths
- Burials
- Cemetery Transcripts
- Census Returns
- Church Histories and Registers
- City Directories
- Civil War Books
- Court Records
- Daughters of the American Revolution Books and Indexes
- Deeds
Archives also incorporate:
- Emigration and Immigration Records
- Genealogies
- Heraldry Books
- Land Records
- Maps
- Military Records
- Naturalisations
- Newspapers
- Passenger Lists
- Town Histories
- Wills and Probate
These archives relate not only to Mount Vernon, but to most Counties in Virginia, the State of Virginia as a whole and other States of America as well as further afield.
Website:
http://www.mvgenealogy.org/index.php
Nelson County Historical Society
The aim of the association is to preserve the archives of the area. Many archives are available in their Library, which incorporate Cemetery Transcripts, School Records, Church Records and Histories.
Archives also incorporate Community Histories, Family Histories, Items relating to Nelson Co. History and Information about Historic Homes.
A newsletter is published by the society and back issues from February 2011 to August 2013 are available to view on the site.
A Book about the Cemeteries in the area is also available for sale.
Website:
http://www.nelsonhistorical.org
New Kent Historical Society
Their aim is to collect and preserve information relating to the history of New Kent County. Many artefacts are exhibited in their Museum, which include:
- Farm Equipment
- Green vs the Board of Education case
- Household Items from the 1930s and 1940s
- Toys
Birth, Marriages and Death Notices dating from the 1600’s are also accessible.
They are in the process of publishing a book titled New Kent Men in Service, 1900-2010 by Sonny Graves.
Website:
http://www.newkenthistoricalsoc.com
Norfolk and Western Historical Society
Their aim is to make publicly available drawings, photographs, graphics of the Norfolk & Western and Virginian Railways.
Many archives are held by the society, which incorporate:
Annual ReportsBond CouponsBooksCorrespondenceDeedsDispatcher’s LogsEmployee TimetablesEngineering DrawingsJournalsMagazinesMapsMechanical DrawingsNewspaper ArticlesPublic Passenger TimetablesReportsRule BooksStandard DrawingsTimetables
It is possible to search the Archives Database on their site.
Website:
http://www.nwhs.org
Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society
The association was established in 1951, its aim being to collect and preserve information relating to the history, antiquities, and literature of the Counties of Northumberland, Lancaster, Westmoreland, Stafford, Richmond, and King George.
Many ressources can be accessed in their Library, including:
- Census Records
- Church and Cemetery Guides
- Deed and Will Abstracts
- Family Histories
- Histories of Virginia and Northern Neck Towns and Counties
- Immigration Lists
- Marriages relating to Westmoreland, Stafford and Richmond Counties
- Northern Neck News on Microfilm 1879-1939
- Order Book Abstracts
- Virginia Citizen of Irvington 1891-1917
- Vital Records
Website:
https://nnvhs.wordpress.com/
Northumberland County Historical Society
Many archives are held by the society, which include:
- The Association’s Bulletin, which is published yearly
- Bible Records
- Family Charts
- Family Files
- Local Genealogy Books
Numerous publications are available for sale, which incorporate:
- The Chesapeake Bay of Yore
- Genealogies
- Historic Sites in Virginia’s Northern Neck and Essex Co.
- Wills and Administrations 1713-1749, 1770-1790 and 1790-1816
A list of Surnames often researched in the area is on the site.
Website:
http://www.northumberlandvahistory.org
Orange County Historical Society
Some databases are accessible, which include A Brief History of Orange Co., The Diaries of Fannie Hume and Orange Co. Notes.
Many publications are available for sale, which incorporate:
- Courthouse 1861-1865: Orange in the Civil War
- First Settlers 1700-1776
- Land Patents
- Orange Virginia: Story of a Courthouse Town
- Probated Wills 1861-1865
- Road Orders 1734-1749 and 1750-1800
Website:
http://orangecovahist.org
Patrick County – Bassett Historical Centre
Also listed under Martinsville County.
Rappahannock Historical Society
The association was established in 1964 and its aims are to collect, store and preserve archives relating to Rappahannock County and the surrounding area. For a fee, they are willing to conduct genealogical research on your behalf.
The museum has artefacts relating to the county which have been donated by descendants and generous benefactors.
Many archives can be accessed in their library which incorporate:
- Abstracts of Births, Deaths and Marriages
- Abstracts of Estate and Chancery Records
- Bible Records
- Burial Database
- Cemetery
- Census Returns 1790-1920
- Early Tax Records
- Family Files
- Local Histories
- Manuscripts
- Photographs
- Published Genealogies
Many publications are available for sale, which include:
- Rappahannock Co. History
- Rappahannock Co. Picture Book
- Shenandoah Heritage
- Shenandoah Secrets
- Undying Past of Shenandoah National Park
The Cemetery Project CD, which includes information obtained from Public Records, Family Information, Local History and Gravestone Inscriptions, can also be purchased from the society.
Website:
http://www.rappahannockhistsoc.org
Rockbridge Area Genealogical Society
The association was established in 1993. Some resources are available in Rockbridge Regional Library, which incorporate:
- Births 1853-1877
- Cemeteries
- History of Rockbridge County – Oren F. Morton
- Marriages 1778-1850
- Rockbridge County Heritage Book
- Rockbridge Researchers Handbook
Some newspapers are held by the association, including:
- Beuna Vista Advocate 1889-1895
- Buena Vista Weekly News 1918-1930
- Beuna Vista News 1933-1981
- Beuna Vista News & County Press 1982-1986
- Lexington Gazette 1835-1962
- Lexington News – Gazette 1962-present
- Rockbridge Co. News 1884-1962
- Rockbridge Daily Press 1993
- Rockbridge Weekly 1990-present
A list of Cemeteries is on the site, along with Burial Indexes.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~varags/
Scott County Historical Society
A list of Cemeteries is on the site, along with Photographs of Tombstones. An Index of Obituaries is also on the site.
Many databases and indexes are accessible in Kenny’s Place – The Digital Library, which incorporate:
- Chataigne’s Gazetteer and Business Directory 1888-1889
- Five Confederates from Pleasant Hill
- Old Mills of Southwest Virginia
- Scott Co. Connections which is Don Lane’s Genealogy Database of more than 350000 Names with a connection to the area
- Scott Co. Fair Premium List and Catalogue 1934, 1938, 1940, 1941 and 1950
- Scott Co. Historic Homes
- Scott Co. Sesquicentennial 1815-1965
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vaschs2/
Smyth County Genealogical Society
Some databases are accessible, which incorporate:
- Family Bible Images
- Information regarding Mt. Olivet Free Will Baptist Church
- Obituaries
- Photograph Collection
- School Census Transcriptions
- Town of Marion Records
Website:
http://smythcountygs.org
Southampton County Historical Society
A list of Cemeteries in Southampton, Nansemond, Isle of Wight and Surry Counties is accessible, along with Burial Indexes. Some North Carolina Cemeteries are also accessible.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vaschs/
Surry County Historical Society
Numerous Databases, Information and Indexes are accessible, which incorporate:
- Cemetery Listings
- Church Photographs
- Claremont History
- Courthouse Photographs
- Family Files: African-American (Black) Families
- Family Files: Caucasian (White) Families
- Family Photographs
- Histories
- Indenture and Deed Inscriptions
- Information regarding Surry Families
- Tombstone Inscriptions
Some publications are available for sale, including:
- Adam Boykin – James Atkins (History of African-American who fought in the Civil War)
- Jones Family (300 Years in Eastern Virginia)
- Old Surry – Aurelius Wilson Bohannan
- Sharing Our Country Best – Carsley United Methodist Church Cookbook
- Surry Co. – Deborah Harrison Dawson
- Surrey Co. at War 1861-1865 – Willis W. Bohannan
Links to other sites you may find useful are also accessible.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vaschsm/
Sussex County Historical Society
The aim of the society is to preserve, publish and promote the history of Sussex County.
Many Books are available for sale, which include:
- Albemarle Parish Vestry Book 1742-1786: Surry and Sussex Counties
- Births, Deaths and Sponsors 1717-1778 from the Albemarle Parish Register of Surry and Sussex Counties
- Blandford Cemetery-Life and Death at Petersburg
- Petersburg War on the Doorsteps
- Sussex Co. – A Tale of Three Centuries
- Virginia Immigrants and Adventurers 1607-1635
- Ye Olde Sussex Sampler: Delicious Foods Prepared in Sussex Co.
Links to other sites you may find useful are also accessible.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vascvhs/
Tazewell County Historical Society
The association was formed in 1987 and its aims are to unite people who have an interest in local history and to preserve the historical archives of the County.
Many publications are available for sale, which include:
- 100 Years of Graham High School
- Arcadia’s Images of America Books Series
- ‘Cause I’m Colored: The Black Heritage Book of Tazewell Co.
- Census Returns
- “Idegenek”: The Story of the Hungarian Immigrants of Pocahontas
- Marriages
- Melungeons Books
- Mercer Co. Resources
- Montgomery Co. Books
- Record of Burials in Maple Hill
- Tax Lists
- Tazewell Co. Cemeteries.
- Wythe Co. Books
Website:
http://www.tazewellhistory.org
Tidewater Genealogical Society
Numerous publications are available for sale, which include:
- 1789-1800 Newport News: A Centennial History
- Cemetery Inscriptions
- Index of Clerks’ Fee Books 1774
- Isle of Wight Chancery Court Papers 1773-1839
- Isle of Wight County Judgment Papers 1799-1801
Links to other sites you may find of use are also accessible.
Website:
https://sites.rootsweb.com/~vatgs/
Virginia-North Carolina Piedmont Genealogical Society
Many archives are accessible in their Search Room, which include:
- Genealogies
- Heritage Books
- Military Records
- Vertical Files
Numerous archives are also available in Danville Public Library, which incorporate:
- Census Returns
- DAR Lineage Records
- Genealogies
- Peerages
- Pension Records
- Ships Passenger Lists
Details of Cemeteries is on the site, along with details of County Courthouses. Information regarding links to other sites you may find of use is also accessible.
Website:
http://www.vancpgs.org./contents/index.php
Warren Heritage Society
The association was established in 1971. Many archives can be accessed in Laura Virginia Hale Archives, which include:
- Cemetery Transcripts
- General Files
- Ledgers
- LVH Collection(Research undertaken by Laura Virginia Hale)
- MMF Collection(Miscellaneous Manuscript Files)
- Newspapers
- Obituaries
- Photographs
- Rare Books
- WHS Collection
Website:
http://www.warrenheritagesociety.org
Washington County Historical Society
Many resources can be accessed in their Library, which incorporate:
- Bible Records
- Census Returns
- Church Registers and Histories
- DAR Patriot Index
- Deed Abstracts
- Directories
- Early Settlers
- Genealogies
- Genealogy Charts
- Marriages
- Military Records
- Obituaries
- Tax Lists
- Town Histories
- Will Abstracts
An index of Family Files is also accessible.
A list of Cemeteries is on the site along with some Tombstone Images and Inscriptions.
Numerous publications are available for sale, which incorporate:
- 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880 Washington Co. Census (Annotated)
- Annals of Southwest Virginia 1769-1800
- Back Issues of their Bulletin
- A Century of Furniture: The Rose Cabinet Shops
- Civil War Research Guide
- Death Records
- History of Southwest Virginia and Washington County – Lewis Preston Summers
- Marriages 1781-1880, 1891-1902
- Michael Sword: Ancestry and Historical Narrative
- Washington Co. Deaths
- Washington Co. Marriages 1781-1853, 1853-1880 and 1891-1902
A full list of publications available for sale is available on their site.
Website:
http://www.hswcv.org
Wythe County Genealogical and Historical Association
Many publications are available for sale, which comprise:
- Annotated Death Records
- Census Returns
- Civil War Pension Records
- Deed Abstracts
- Genealogies
- Letters
- My German Ancestors
- Repass Family Recipes
- Wills
- Wythe Co. Births, Marriages and Deaths
Website:
https://wcgha.org/