The Office of Historic Preservation serves as stewards of County-owned historic structures, cultural and natural resources, historic landscapes, and artifacts. We build community identity alongside our local partners by telling the story of the people of Prince William County. The Office of Historic Preservation's goal is to show the connections between our history, our present, our future, and our growth as a community.
moreThe 2024 summer issue of Historic Perspectives articles include: Vandalism in Prince Wiliam County: Ben Lomond & Brentsville, Image Spotlight, History Corner, Preservation Corner, HPD News and Foundation Update.
The Thoroughfare community was established after the Civil War by freed slaves and mixed-race families. The future park is a two-acre parcel of land along the John Marshall Highway that includes two of the community's cemeteries. Currently this park is not publicly accessible; however, the public can view and sign up for updates about the future interpretive park here.
The Prince William County Office of Historic Preservation is dedicated to the preservation of Prince William County's historic resources. Join us in our mission of historic preservation on YouTube where you will be able to learn more about the history of Prince William County, what staff does to preserve our local history, unique how-to videos and more!
Learn more about The Courageous Four, a group of Prince William County teachers who became the first African American educators to teach in the County's all-White schools. This page accompanies The Courageous Four traveling exhibit and includes photos from family members of the teachers as well as videos from the Office of Historic Preservation.
The Office of Historic Preservation needs volunteers during the week and on the weekends. Pick the time and volunteer work that is best for you! Opportunities include docents, tour guides, junior preservationists, children's program leaders, gardeners, living history, special events, research, just for scouts and more.