Central Rappahannock Heritage Center

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Founded in 1997, The Central Rappahannock Heritage Center is an all-volunteer, non-profit regional archives dedicated to the preservation of historical documents and photographs relating to the history and people of the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford. The Center’s collections include family and business histories, court records, church r

ecords, railroad records, documents on slavery and Jim Crow era legislation, local newspapers, maps, photographs, county records, postcards, and other photographs and documents.

We are pleased to announce that the CRHC is officially a member of Archival Resources of the Virginias!
02/06/2026

We are pleased to announce that the CRHC is officially a member of Archival Resources of the Virginias!

The Center follows Fredericksburg City Schools for weather-related closings. Therefore we will be closed on Wednesday, J...
01/27/2026

The Center follows Fredericksburg City Schools for weather-related closings. Therefore we will be closed on Wednesday, January 28th. Stay safe and research on our website CRHCarchives.org. 📚🧾📜📂🗄️🗂️

The Heritage Center holds the Fredericksburg region's largest collections of historical photographs & documents, funded 100% by private donations & sponsors.

12/02/2025

It's and our Regional Archive needs your support! With an all-volunteer staff and more collections being added, it does take some money to maintain this vital resource. Go to our website to see what we're doing and donate!

09/21/2025

October is Virginia Archives Month! Visit an archival institution near you to celebrate the enduring value of archives and the people and organizations that help preserve these important records and make them accessible. This year’s theme is "Oh, Snap! Photography in the Archives." Explore Archives Month resources, take a tour of the Library of Virginia or join us for a workshop on cyanotypes or webinars on the history of photography, caring for photographs, and archiving underrepresented Virginia history.

Learn more at https://www.lva.virginia.gov/events/vam/2025

We'll be there!
03/26/2025

We'll be there!

📢Calling all history buffs! 📢 Michael Thomas Harvey, the administrator of the popular Facebook group FREDERICKSBURG PERSPECTIVES , will be showing us some of his favorite photographs and answer questions about his extensive collection!

Following the presentation, mingle with other fans of Fredericksburgiana where you can show 'n tell your own treasures related to Fredericksburg history! We can help you scan your photographs and documents to make digital copies.

Light snacks will be offered.

▪ When: Wednesday April 9th 5:30-7:30
▪ Where: CRRL Fredericksburg Branch, 1201 Caroline Street
▪ Cost: FREE! No registration required.

This necklace was found near our door on Barton Street, we're looking to reunite it with its owner. If you can describe ...
03/05/2025

This necklace was found near our door on Barton Street, we're looking to reunite it with its owner. If you can describe the pendant (not pictured) we'll get it back to you! Please message us if this is yours.

The Heritage Center will be closed today due to snow ❄️❄️❄️ Don't forget to shovel your sidewalks 😉
02/19/2025

The Heritage Center will be closed today due to snow ❄️❄️❄️
Don't forget to shovel your sidewalks 😉

Here's the latest edition of the CRHC Newsletter!
02/15/2025

Here's the latest edition of the CRHC Newsletter!

Email from Central Rappahannock Heritage Center A Place that Loses its History Loses its Soul. Central Rappahannock Heritage Center Newsletter Volume 14, Issue 13 January 2025 Open House Monday, Feb.

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900 Barton Street Suite 111
Fredericksburg, VA
22401

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1pm - 4pm

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