News and events
Dates and times for upcoming Halifax County Historical Society meetings and events are listed in this area as well as articles of interest concerning awards and special gifts to the Society. There are also articles about men, women and events taking place during the Revolutionary War, information that coordinates with Virginia’s “VA250” Declaration of Independance anniversary celebration.
Halifax County History
The Society’s 2026 Pride in History calendar is now available ($10.00). Like previous calendars, this one features photos of historic homes in Halifax County. It will make a great “keepsake” for your collection or a much-appreciated birthday, anniversary or Christmas gift. Click “Halifax County History” and go to “Research Materials Available at the Chaffin House” (located at 110 Mt. Road, in the town of Halifax and open Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 12 noon).
Crossing of the Dan
The 244th Commemoration of the Crossing of the Dan was held this past February 13-15, 2025. This annual event celebrates Nathanael Greene's race to the Dan River to save the Colonial Army, a brilliant military maneuver which has been nationally recognized as one of the most important turning points of the Revolutionary War. Watch this site for an announcement of dates and activities for the 245th Commemoration to be held in 2026.
Projects
The Society currently has two restoration projects: The Cotton Mills Tower and the Chaffin House, home of the Society, located at 110 Mountain Road, Halifax, Virginia. Also under “Projects” read about the efforts to locate the names of soldiers from Halifax County who served in World War I. This information is now compiled in the book World War I and Halifax County, Virginia—Lest We Forget! by Barbara Day Bass. This hardbound book is available from at the Chaffin House.
Products for Sale
The Society offers books and merchandise for sale including a recently published book, World War I and Halifax County, Virginia—Lest We Forget! by Barbara Day Bass. It contains 324 pages and sells for $30. A reprint of Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!, a 110-page history of racing in Halifax County, Virginia from 1957-1967, is now available at $10.00.
About the Society
The Society’s mission is to bring together those persons interested in preserving historical facts, artifacts, and structures of Halifax County, Virginia. Memberships—individual, student and business—are open to all whether living in the county or another state or country. See membership form and details by clicking below.