Bassett Historical Center

Researching family history can take a group effort.

Locality: Henry

3964 Fairystone Highway
Bassett, VA 24055

Driving Directions

For those conducting family history or historical research, the Bassett Historical Center is a gem. It has all records for Henry, Patrick, Pittsylvania, Franklin, and Floyd Counties in VA and Rockingham, Stokes and Surry Counties NC. Over 11,562 books/items are available to the public, as are family and local history files. Information and records are available for NC, SC, WV, MD, GA, PA, KY and TN.

A computer programmed for Family Tree Maker, Family Origins, etc.(and HeritageQuest and Ancestry.com). Patrons have come from every state as well as Italy, Switzerland, Sweden, Thailand, England, Canada, South Africa, Taiwan and Luxembourg.

The center is also a museum with temporary and permanent artifact exhibits: musical instruments, clothing, tools, Appalachian craft, and photographs.

Hours of Operation:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 am - 6 pm, Tuesday Noon - 6 pm, Friday - Saturday 10 am - 2 pm

Average Cost Per Person: Free Admission

Telephone:
Bassett Historical Center: (276) 629-9191
Fax: (276) 629-9840

Email:
historical@brrl.lib.va.us

Website:
www.BassettHistoricalCenter.com

Accessibility:
Wheel Chair Access