Our Mission: To collect, preserve, interpret and promote the county’s past for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Chartered on September 23, 1981 to meet the growing demand for genealogical and historical research, the Society traces its origins to a Museum Society organized in 1961. It was responsible for the first County Museum which opened in 1980.

We are a charitable volunteer organization governed by approved by-laws and an all volunteer Board of Directors that provides leadership to CHSV committees to develop educational and fundraising programs and conduct research.  As the county grows, so does its history and you will find our website covers the county history very well.

Members, Donors and Volunteers find many opportunities to learn local history and share their skills and knowledge. The Society is always conducting research on the County’s old houses, cemeteries, coal mines, families, archaeological resources, the Revolutionary, Civil War, WWI and local veterans.  We have on-going projects to collect and transcribe the written records of Chesterfield County for all to use. Including local school children, throughout the year, we serve nearly 10,000 patrons to our sites, library, and our programs.

Get an early start to the Holiday Season. Join us for family fun and festivities.
Free admission.
Saturday, December 7, 1:00pm-4:00pm
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