What is RELIC?

The Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center (RELIC) is a special collection for the Prince William Public Library System devoted to genealogy and local history with a focus on Virginia and Prince William County. The collection was founded in 1971 (as the Virginiana Room, also known as the Ruth E. Lloyd History Room) at the Central Community Library in Manassas. The collection was transferred to the Bull Run Regional Library when that building opened in June, 1994.

The staff are trained to help customers locate information needed to trace their family history and to research persons, places and events associated with local history. The American Revolution and the Civil War as they relate to Virginia are of special interest. RELIC houses a wide variety of materials related to its mission, including published and manuscript materials, indexes and research guides, photographs, maps, microforms, and computer (CD-ROM) databases. Staff maintain ties with local historical and genealogical societies and with other libraries and agencies with common interests, such as the National Archives and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Library (LDS) and other related organizations.

Teasing the Silent Woman from the Shadows of History

• Presented by Barbara Vines Little, CG
• Sunday, November 1, 2:00 p.m.

Explore ways in which historical records can help us discover the life stories of women ancestors.

Please call 703-792-4540 or email relic2@pwcgov.org to register for this free event.

Genealogy 101

• Presented by RELIC's Beverly Veness
• Tuesday, November 17, 7:00 p.m.

Explore basic techniques and resources for tracking ancestors.

Please call 703-792-4540 or email relic2@pwcgov.org to register for this free program.

The Genealogy Doctor Is In

Schedule a private, 30-minute visit with RELIC's Don Wilson to start your research or to discuss and analyze an historical or genealogical problem that has stumped you.

• Thursdays, October 1 & 15 - 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon.
• Thursdays, November 5 & 19 - 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Call RELIC at 703-792-4540 for a free appointment

RELIC's Genealogical Roundtable

A chance to discuss your family history challenges in a group environment.

• Tuesday, October 27, 7:00 p.m.

Please call 703-792-4540 or email RELIC2@pwcgov.org to register for this free event