Luckily, in my region, digital collections and exhibits are extremely serious by the public and private sector. We are going to discuss five different libraries within the region: Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Prince William County, and Leesburg.
Alexandria - The collection overview resources include birth and death certificates, church and cemetery information (very growing collection), and information on local archaeological projects within the area. One of the biggest collections that the Alexandria library has to offer is the Genealogy sector for Virginia families which includes microfilm and dozens of genealogical journals. They also have online exhibits too!
Arlington - According to their website, they have a decent collection of maps and local newspaper on microfilm. Unfortunately, I never had the chance to visit this library however, this website is not user friendly like Alexandria's and Fairfax County's. On their website it states "... Some of the collection is kept at a repository off-site, please phone or email ahead to assure that material you wish to use will be available when you arrive" so, you better know what you are looking for!
Fairfax County - The Fairfax County Regional Library (Virginia Room) has beautifully preserved and collected local historic resources for the public. On their website, "Researchers can find historical information on Fairfax County individuals, locations, and events." Luckily, I have been to this site and the staff is more than eager to help and assist! They also have local history library events for anyone to join.
Leesburg - The Thomas Balch Library's special collections promote archives and manuscripts along with cemetery records, and census records to have a wide variety of rare and unique materials. Again, this website seems not user-friendly so, be warned. They are a lot of PDF files for each sub section in the Special Collections Page to show their historical research.
Prince William County - This website claims that it provides free access to thousands of online and digital resources however, again, this is probably the most confused website to look for historic data and research. You must have a library card to even access any historical research!
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