Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia

Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia We are a 501C3 - community benefit organization. Come join us! http://www.chesterfieldhistory.com Donations of time, treasure, and talent are greatly appreciated.

Hours of our sites: Visit our library at Historical Trinity Church Monday-Friday 10am-4pm; Magnolia Grange and the museum and old jail (Tuesday through Friday from 10-4 and Saturday from 10-2. M.G. $5 for adults $4 for seniors $3 children up to 17 under 3 free; museum donations appreciated).

UPCOMING EVENT JUNE 6THIn 1976, counties throughout the U.S. chose a special “Bicentennial Project” to mark the nation’s...
05/29/2026

UPCOMING EVENT JUNE 6TH

In 1976, counties throughout the U.S. chose a special “Bicentennial Project” to mark the nation’s anniversary. Chesterfield residents decided to build a History Museum. This effort was led by members of the Chesterfield Ruritan Clubs who had been collecting historic items for decades. Most items were stored in the attics and basements of County residents, so the time was right to build a museum of Chesterfield history. The speaker will be Liess van der Linden-Brusse, Chair, Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia’s Library Committee.

Saturday, June 6th, 11am-12pm

FREE, Please register through the Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Events Page, link in b1o

Chesterfield County Museum
6813 Mimms Loop,
Chesterfield, VA

Double Feature Weekend! Join us for two engaging programs centered on architecture! 🏛️Saturday, May 16thHistoric Courtho...
05/12/2026

Double Feature Weekend! Join us for two engaging programs centered on architecture! 🏛️

Saturday, May 16th
Historic Courthouse Green Tour
11am at 6813 Mimms Loop
FREE for the Public*

Saturday, May 16th
Ancient Ways in Modern Society: Classical Architecture & Magnolia Grange with Historical Interpreter Sarah Ferguson
12pm at Magnolia Grange
FREE for the Public*

We hope to see you there!

May Events! See You There!Sat. 2nd - Research and CollectionsGenealogy Workshop1pm - 3pm at Historic Trinity ChurchFREE ...
05/01/2026

May Events! See You There!

Sat. 2nd - Research and Collections
Genealogy Workshop
1pm - 3pm at Historic Trinity Church
FREE to the public

Sat. 2nd – Special Event
“Chesterfield’s History Between Two Rivers” at Eppington Plantation
10am – 5pm at 14201 Eppes Falls Rd, Chesterfield
FREE to the public

Sat. 16th – Walking Tour
Historic Courthouse Green Tour
11am – 12pm 6813 Mimms Loop, Chesterfield
FREE but please use sign up through Chesterfield Parks and Rec activity page which can be found in our b1o

Sat. 16th – Community Lecture
“Ancient Ways in Modern Society: Classical Architecture & Magnolia Grange”
12pm – 1pm at Magnolia Grange
FREE but please use sign up through Chesterfield Parks and Rec activity page which can be found in our b1o

Chesterfield County Museum Artifact of the MonthWestern Electric Model 302 Rotary TelephoneWestern Electric introduced t...
04/30/2026

Chesterfield County Museum Artifact of the Month
Western Electric Model 302 Rotary Telephone
Western Electric introduced the Model 302 rotary phone in 1937, designed by Henry Dreyfus, a well-known industrial designer. The phone’s durability and art deco style made it very popular.
It was the first widely used Western Electric/Bell System desk telephone to include the ringer (and other subscriber-set components) inside the telephone housing, eliminating the separate outside ringer box used with earlier models. Source: Wickipedia.org

Chesterfield County Museum Photo of the MonthMidlothian Station, Southern Railroad, 1945Pictured are station master Will...
04/30/2026

Chesterfield County Museum Photo of the Month
Midlothian Station, Southern Railroad, 1945
Pictured are station master William A. Butler, Betty Sue Butler and Ruth Bendall

Happy Earth Day from the Chesterfield Historical Society! 🌎According to National Geographic, the first Earth Day was hel...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from the Chesterfield Historical Society! 🌎

According to National Geographic, the first Earth Day was held in 1970 and is commonly celebrated by the planting of trees. Did you know Magnolia Grange did some historic replanting of their own?

The estate was originally named for the circle of magnolia trees that surrounded the house, which could be seen from the Courthouse across the road. Unfortunately, due to unknown circumstances, these trees disappeared shortly after the Civil War. Upon the preservation of the building and grounds in the 1980s, magnolias were planted on the premises and once again stand as our namesake.

Visit us to see these beautiful trees, which represent the historical and ecological legacy of Chesterfield.

Double Feature Weekend! Join us for two engaging programs!Friday, April 24thOur rescheduled program on Martha Washington...
04/21/2026

Double Feature Weekend! Join us for two engaging programs!

Friday, April 24th
Our rescheduled program on Martha Washington with living history interpreter Debbie Phillips
7pm at Beulah Methodist Church
FREE for Members, $5 for Guests

Sunday, April 26th
Spring Quarterly Meeting with a complimentary house tour
2pm at Historic Hedgelawn
Input “9700 Old Cannon Drive, Chester, VA, 23831” into your GPS of choice. Detailed directions can be found on our website under the event in our calendar.
FREE – Guests Welcome!

We hope to see you there!

Mark Your Calendars! 🖊️ On Monday, April 20th, enrollment for our programs in May – August open on ActiveNet! As our eve...
04/15/2026

Mark Your Calendars! 🖊️

On Monday, April 20th, enrollment for our programs in May – August open on ActiveNet! As our events are in partnership with the Chesterfield Parks and Recreation department, we ask that you sign up through their online portal which you can find in our link below!

You can then select Magnolia Grange or Chesterfield County Museum to see our offerings! We have ten this summer! We hope to see you there!

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/chesterfieldparksrec/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&days_of_week=0000000¢er_ids=38¢er_ids=291&date_before=2026-09-01&date_after=2026-05-01&viewMode=list

🪴 This Saturday is the Day! 🪴 Join us and support small businesses and local history at our Annual Plant and Craft Sale!...
04/08/2026

🪴 This Saturday is the Day! 🪴

Join us and support small businesses and local history at our Annual Plant and Craft Sale!

Vendors and the Historical Society will have booths set up on the green of Historic Castlewood from 10am to 2pm rain or shine April 11th!

10201 Iron Bridge Road
Chesterfield, VA

Free Parking Available

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10111 Iron Bridge Road
Chesterfield, VA
23832

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+18047967121

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