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Visit the Isle of Wight County Museum, Fort Boykin, Fort Huger and Boykin’s Tavern, and check our calendar of events to see what special happenings, walking tours and programs are planned this year.
Isle of Wight is an unincorporated community in and the county seat of Isle of Wight County, Virginia, United States. Originally, Isle of Wight County was named Warrosquyoake Shire . This was changed to the current name of Isle of Wight in 1637.
Oct 23, 2023 · Explore the enchanting Isle of Wight County, a hidden gem off in Southern Virginia, blending rich historical sites, stunning natural vistas, and thrilling adventures.
Founded in 1976, the Isle of Wight County Museum tells the story of the county through its interactive exhibits including a turn-of-the-century country store as well as displays interpreting colonial history, the Smithfield ham industry, the Blackwater River, the Civil War and the Cold War.
In 1607, in what is today known as Isle of Wight County, Virginia, the main village of the Warraskoyack Native People could be found on the Pagan River near where Smithfield, Virginia stands today. Those who take even the most shallow dive into the history of this area will learn that this county was one of eight original shires in Virginia ...
It was first known as Warrosquyoake and was one of the eight shires established in 1634. The present name was given in 1637. Part of Nansemond County was added in 1769. Its area is 319 square miles, and the county seat is Isle of Wight. According to the 2000 census, its population is 29,728.
Welcome to the Isle of Wight County Sheriff's Office Official Website. Isle of Wight County, Virginia • a Hampton Roads Community The Isle of Wight County Sheriff's Office is a 24/7 full-service law enforcement agency.
