Mission Statement

The mission of the IWCHS is the educational advancement of its members and others through learning the history of the people, homes, sites and events of the County and State:

• Collecting and preserving historical documents, data and memorabilia associated with Isle of Wight County for the use of present and future generations;

• Promoting research and publishing findings regarding the archaeology, architecture, history, arts, crafts, culture and genealogy of the area;

• Preserving or assisting in the preservation of sites, buildings, monuments, etc. of historic, aesthetic or architectural value in the area and extending appreciation of these characteristics to this area;

• Discouraging damage to objects of historical value in the County and discouraging modifications or restorations of such objects until a thorough study, assisted by competent advisors, has been made;

• Providing a place for the reception, display, study and preservation of records and other property relating to the purposes of the Society;

• Cooperating with other persons and organizations in promoting the above purposes.