LEESBURG, VA — Curious about Quaker history in Virginia The Thomas Balch Library is offering a deep dive into the faith’s local legacy with a virtual presentation by Certified Genealogist Annette Burke Lyttle. The talk, “Quakers in Virginia: Their History, Migrations, and Records,” will be held online on Thursday, March 27, at 10 a.m.
The Quakers, or the Religious Society of Friends, were meticulous record-keepers. Their meeting minutes documented not just births, marriages, and deaths, but also detailed accounts of community life—including the transgressions of members and their evolving stance on slavery. As Quakers increasingly opposed enslavement, they left behind extensive records identifying slaveholders within their communities.
Lyttle’s presentation will explore how these records can be valuable for genealogical research and historical understanding.
How to Register
This virtual event is free, but pre-registration is required. To sign up:
Call: 703-737-7195
Email: balchlib@leesburgva.gov
Register online
About the Speaker
Annette Burke Lyttle is a professional genealogist and owner of Heritage Detective, LLC. She speaks nationally on genealogical research, with a special focus on Quaker ancestry and migration patterns in the U.S. She is also a past president of the Association of Professional Genealogists and the editor of The Florida Genealogist.
For history buffs, genealogy enthusiasts, or anyone interested in Loudoun’s past, this talk promises to be an insightful look at a unique and influential community.
