Historic Records & Deed Research

Division Responsibilities

The Historic Records and Deed Research Division maintains county court records dating from the formation of Loudoun County in 1757.

• Loudoun contains one of the most complete collections of court records in Virginia, and is one of only a few of Virginia’s ninety-eight counties whose records have not been destroyed by fire, war, or environmental factors. 
• We encourage you to research our online indexes, helpful links, and research tips prior to your visit.
• Please note no food or drink is allowed in the Historic Records.
• Copies of deeds and land records can be obtained by contacting the Historic Records & Deed Research Division by email or phone at 703-737-8775. Please note that the Historic Records office cannot conduct research, clients must have specific information regarding the documents being requested.

Current Events

• Reading of the Declaration of Independence-August 12, 1776 (PDF)
• New Courthouse Walking Tour and 2nd Series of Historic Trading Cards (PDF)

Women's History Month

• Elizabeth Johnson Quisenbury (PDF)
• Irish Immigrants--Elizabeth Barrett and Mary McSorley (PDF)

Black History Month

• February 16, 2022-Virtual Program: Let the Records Speak: African-American History at the Loudoun County Courthouse (Video)
• Let the Records Speak: African-American History at the Loudoun County Courthouse (PDF)
• African-American History at the Loudoun County Courthouse Brochure Resource
• African-American History in the County Courthouse (PDF)
• Clerk of the Circuit Court Celebrates Black History Month (PDF)

Newsletter

• 2021 Historic Records Accomplishments (PDF)
• Found in the Archives: Indentured & Bound Out Children (PDF)
• Little Gems Newsletter Volume VI Issue 1: 263 Years of Courthouse Construction (PDF)
• Historic Records Newsletter: "Little Gems"

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Court Devices Policy

Electronic and digital devices, cellphones, cameras, laptops, tablets, and scanners are prohibited inside the Court House Complex.

*Please note: Court personnel are prohibited by law from giving legal advice. If you need assistance or advice, please see our Legal Aid and Links page.