Westmoreland County, Virginia Wills, 1654-1800

Located on the Potomac River, Westmoreland County was created in 1653 from Northumberland County. It was home to such prominent figures as George Washington and Robert E. Lee. This database contains abstracts from wills probated in Westmoreland from its beginnings in 1654 to 1800. Researchers may find information about the deceased, his or her living heirs, his or her occupation, and other such facts.

Original wills may be found at the Westmoreland County Archives, P.O. Box 467, Montrose, VA 22520. For more information, see also the Family History Library Catalog (FHLC) for FHL #34267-34278.