Genealogy Committee
Genealogy Roundtable is held on the 1st Saturday of the month at 1 pm except when there is a holiday weekend. It is then generally held on the following Saturday. This roundtable is FREE to attend in person or zoom (1:15) All skill levels are welcome to attend. Bring questions, share ideas, tips and success stories. The Roundtable takes place at Historic Trinity Church 10111 Iron Bridge Rd, Chesterfield, VA 23832.
CHSV Library and Collections include:
Maps
A comprehensive collection (1607-2019) of county and regional maps, including the Colonial era, Revolutionary War, Civil War, Coal Mining, Railroads and Rivers, and more.
Manuscripts
Original documents including diaries, church minute books, country store ledgers, family Bible records, letters, genealogy charts, and more.
Periodicals
Copies of select newspapers as well as genealogical publications.
Picture Collection
Over 5,500 County photographs, from tin-types to digital.
Rare Books
Includes out-of-print books and original manuscripts. Available to the serious historian by appointment. Many items have been photocopied for general use.
Cemetery Records
An alphabetical file of over 12,000 known burials in Chesterfield County recorded from family graveyards, church cemeteries and other resources.
Vertical Files
An extensive alphabetical file on people, places and events in Chesterfield County, including newspaper and magazine clippings, brochures, programs and flyers as well as promotional materials and historic records.
Family History Files
Research files on Chesterfield County families.
Census Records
From records in the late 1700s to 20th Century census indices.
Abstracts of Title Deed Searches
From the mid-1800s thru to the 1930s.
Research Requests
Thank you for the opportunity to assist in your research on people, places, and events in Chesterfield County history. As the birthplace of the second permanent English settlement in the New World with the first hospital, coal mines, ironworks, tobacco farming, and many other significant events, we have a history we are proud to share! We are only able to conduct research on Chesterfield County history and residents.
Please note that there is a minimum charge of $25.00 per research request. Copies and postage are extra. Upon evaluation of your request, you will be contacted to discuss the request and anticipated charge.