Henry County

Henry County is an administrative county in Virginia that encompasses several communities across the region. The county operates with a board of supervisors overseeing local governance and public services.

The county was established in 1777, created from Pittsylvania County during the early period of Virginia's statehood. It was named after Patrick Henry, a prominent political leader from that era.

The Henry County Board of Supervisors manages six districts: Axton, Bassett, Collinsville, Horsepasture, Reed Creek, and Ridgeway, each with distinct communities.

Visitors can find information about local government services and community events through the county's official channels. The region provides resources about public meetings and local programs for those seeking to learn about its operations.

The county maintains extensive microfilm records organized by locality and divided into 23 categories, available in the Second Floor Reading Room.

Location: Virginia

Inception: 1777

Capital city: Martinsville

Shares border with: Franklin County, Pittsylvania County, Rockingham County, Stokes County, Patrick County, Martinsville

Website: http://co.henry.va.us

GPS coordinates: 36.67000,-79.88000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:03