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Join us for a guided tour of this well-preserved structure that dates back to the 18th century, see artifacts, learn about the milling process and its significance in local and state history.
At the border between Fauquier and Prince William Counties, the Chapman / Beverley Mill cuts an imposing figure against its wooded backdrop. The massive 1742 seven story structure was thought to be the tallest stacked stone building in the United States. The Mill supplied food through five wars, but was gutted by fire in 1998. Today, though the arson has left the structure a ruin, the stabilized stone Mill walls, Mill store and surrounding landscape invoke the history of milling in Northern Virginia.
The address is
Chapman Mill Historic Site 17504 Beverley Mill Dr, Broad Run, VA 20137
Meetup location/parking: Mill site’s parking lot is through the large gate just past the Bull Run Conservancy’s trail head, this will also be the meetup location.
Central Library provides a full complement of library services: reference services, books and materials for children, young adults, and adults in print and digital formats; 3 catalog stations, 1 AWE Learning Station for preschool-1st grade, 2 Children's computers, and 9 Adult computers ; Wi-Fi; faxing, scanning, copying, and more.
NEW SERVICES
Central's Makerspace Studio 8601 offers dynamic programming and educational experiences, including Cricut vinyl cutters, 3D printers, sewing machines, coding toys like Spheros, Ozobots, Makey Makey, and a Whisper Room.
Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center (RELIC) is a special collection devoted to genealogy and local history with a focus on Virginia and Prince William County. RELIC is open for walk-ins, reference service, and by phone 703-792-8380, and email at relic2@pwcgov.org Monday – Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Thursday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
U.S. Passport Services are offered Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.
SPACE
Central Library now has more open space for programming and general enjoyment of the library. It offers a strategically designed layout that allows for a better flow, as well as more study and conference rooms for patrons, including:
• Redesigned Children's Area
• Community Room booking for our civic organizations
• One Quiet Study Room
• Two Small Individual Study/Conference Rooms for up to four people
COMFORT
Central's bathrooms have been renovated and expanded and made ADA Compliant.
New, inviting seating is available, both in the study rooms and open-space areas.
Prince William Public Library Mission Statement:
Bringing people, information, and ideas together to enrich lives and build community in a welcoming, inclusive environment.
