Local History

View all of The Middlesex County Museum’s recent updates, announcements, and local history articles.

Biography of Raymond W. Burrell Sr., a Homegrown Hero

Among the noted Middlesex County residents featured in our Homegrown Heroes documentary (you can watch it here) was Raymond W. Burrell. Below find his full biography which his family so graciously provided to the Middlesex Museum, as well as photos of Mr. Burrell through the years. 

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Need Research Assistance?

Did you know the Middlesex Museum staff and volunteer researchers are delighted to help you discover family history or uncover the answers to your burning Middlesex County history questions?

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Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Exhibit Coming to Middlesex

The Middlesex County Museum and Historical Society, Inc. is pleased to announce that it will host the 2019 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History traveling exhibition from October 2, 2019 through November 6, 2019.  Strong Men and Women in Virginia History recognizes Virginia African Americans, past and present, who have made noteworthy and admirable contributions to the commonwealth. This exhibition from the Library of Virginia is made possible with support from Dominion Energy.

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