The farmland, the small-town life, and the memories that built Prince William County are fading fast. But one effort is working to preserve those stories before they’re gone for good.
In our latest Potomac Local News Podcast, we sat down with Lauren Maloy, Historic Communities Coordinator at the Prince William County Office of Historic Preservation. She shared the mission behind the county’s oral history project, which collects and preserves personal stories from longtime residents, government officials, and people who have shaped the community in unique ways.
From firsthand accounts of Prince William’s rural roots to reflections on significant moments like the proposed Disney theme park in Haymarket and the Lorena Bobbitt and D.C. Sniper cases, these stories offer rare and vital insight into how the county has evolved.
The Office of Historic Preservation is actively looking for:
- Residents with deep roots and stories to share
- Volunteers to help transcribe interviews
- Suggestions of communities or individuals to feature
You can listen to the full conversation and learn how to get involved by watching our interview with Lauren Maloy on YouTube.
To learn more about the county’s preservation efforts or read transcripts of past interviews, visit:
Know someone with a story to tell? Reach out and help ensure the past isn’t forgotten.