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Louisa County
Historical Society

Bringing Louisa County History to Life!

Featured Exhibition

Freedom of Choice Marker Installation, February 2022

Freedom of Choice Remembrance Project

Opened in October 2023, the Sargeant Museum's newest exhibit highlights the oral histories of Louisa students who experiences the first year of public school integration under the Freedom of Choice Plan.


Plan a trip to the museum and see the installation yourself. If you are unable to visit us in person, watch clips from the oral history interviews on our Youtube channel. 

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Become a Member

As a Louisa County Historical Society Member, your benefits can include (see below for full details)

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Business Sponsorship

A Louisa County Historical Society Business Sponsorship is a great way to promote your business AND support your local community! YOU can support our publications, research and daily operations at

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Ways to Give

We all love preserving history. Consider giving in a recurring, monthly installment, drawn directly from your bank account or card. Monthly Allocation Plan,

Upcoming Events

Chronicling Louisa: Exploring History through The Central Virginian

March 28, 2025

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join the Sargeant Museum for the opening of a new exhibit featuring the archives of The Central Virginian, a staple of local journalism that has chronicled life in Louisa for over a century. This series features the perspective of past editors, staff, and employees at the paper highlighting how the newspaper shaped public discourse, and reflected the adapting social and technological advancements of the county over time. Through the exploration of periods in its life, participants will learn the newspaper's history but also the broader role of local media in preserving community identity and promoting civic engagement. Journey with us through time, as we reflect on the stories behind the stories that have defined our community.

The Modern CV- Explore modern history of the CV from the 1970s through today with veteran staff, Steve Weddle and Deana Meredith

Spring Has Sprung- Hearth Cooking Workshop

March 29, 2025

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Have you ever cooked a meal over a fire at an open hearth? Come experience the enjoyment of hearth-cooking and taste the delicious fruits of your labor! Receive basic instruction in preparation and cooking in our 18th-century Michie House hearth. Participants gather at the end to enjoy a group meal!
These monthly cooking lessons with the Louisa Hearth Cooking Guild provide hands-on experience with traditional cooking methods, tools, and recipes. These cooking lessons with the Louisa Hearth Guild are for ages 18 and older.
Revenues from tickets benefit the operations of the Louisa County Historical Society.
Registration fee is $45 per person (18 years or older).

Seasonal Saturday

April 12, 2025

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Contact Info

Email: info@louisahistory.org

Mail: PO Box 1172, Louisa VA 23093

Visit Us

214 Fredericksburg Avenue, Louisa, Virginia 23093, United States

(540) 967-5975

Hours

Mon to Fri

10:00 am – 04:00 pm

Sat & Sun

Closed

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