Mecklenburg County

Mecklenburg County is an administrative division in southeastern Virginia characterized by numerous lakes and waterways throughout its landscape. The region includes rural communities interspersed with natural water features that shape its geography and local environment.

The Virginia General Assembly established the county in 1765 by dividing Lunenburg County into three separate administrative regions. This division was part of Virginia's early administrative development during the colonial period.

The county takes its name from Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, linking this Virginia region to German and British heritage. This naming choice reflects the colonial connections between the New World and European royal families.

The area is governed by a nine-member Board of Supervisors, with each representative elected from individual districts. Visitors should note that the region consists of several scattered communities connected by local roads.

The county is managed by five constitutional officers, including the Sheriff and Treasurer, who operate through a traditional Virginia governance model. This system shows how early colonial administrative structures persist in modern county operations.

Location: Virginia

Inception: 1765

Capital city: Boydton

Shares border with: Lunenburg County, Brunswick County, Warren County, Vance County, Granville County, Halifax County, Charlotte County

Website: http://mecklenburgva.com

GPS coordinates: 36.68000,-78.37000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:02