The History of Loudoun County

Originally part of Fairfax County, Loudoun was founded in 1757 and named after John Campbell, Fourth Earl of Loudoun. The history continues with residents of Loudoun being participants in the Revolutionay war, the President staying in Loudoun during the War of 1812, and finally with notable battles being fought in Loudoun during the Civil war. To learn more visit the Loudoun Museum, located in Leesburg, or click here to visit the Loudoun County History webpage.

For a more hands on approach to history there are tours that will show you all the historic places throughout the county. Or for the motivated individual there are also self guided tour books that can be purchased.

To learn more about the history of Loudoun, click here.