Lancaster County, Virginia: History
Lancaster County was established in 1651 from Northumberland and York counties, and large land patents (subject to terms including clearing and settlement) were issued that year. It was home to Robert King Carter in the 18th century, and remaining buildings from that time include Christ Church and St. Mary's, Whitechapel. Other historic attractions open to the public include the Lancaster Courthouse Historic District including the Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library, Belle Isle State Park, and the Village of Morattico Historic District.