The Historical Society of Washington County, Virginia (HSWCV) was founded in 1936 to preserve the history of Southwest Virginia through a collection of books, digital images, historical documents, and much more. Now headquartered on Main Street, HSWCV originally started as a small collection in founders’ homes. It is now one of the finest small historical and genealogical research facilities in the state; their renowned for having a very clear system which makes information easily searchable from their reference library with over 7,000 volumes. Be sure to stop by the store to purchase unique historical books, a digitally reproduced matrimonial certificate from an 1800’s Washington County family bible, and t-shirts among other things.

Address: 341 W. Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210, Phone: 276-623-8337

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