The old courthouse, located at 130 Main Street in Smithfield, Virginia, was built between 1750-1751. The construction of the courthouse was believed to be modeled after the Capitol Building in Williamsburg, Virginia, and was used as the main courthouse for Isle of Wight for about 50 years. Around 1800 the court system was moved to a more central location, Isle of Wight, Virginia, its present location. Today, the 1750 Isle of Wight County Courthouse has been beautifully restored and is available for free tours and as a rental space.

EVENTS:
Constitution Week : September 13th at noon
Join us on Saturday, September 13th at the Isle of Wight County Courthouse, starting at 12:00 noon, for a Constitution Week Proclamation Event. This event features the Proclamation and Preamble, Drum and Fife performance, Ringing of the Bell, and special appearances by James and Dolly Madison.
Step back in time and honor our nation's history—see you there!

Ghost Walk : October 17-18, 2025
ould you like to meet ghosts from Smithfield? Our Ghost Walk gives all attendees an opportunity to walk through the historic town of Smithfield and meet interesting citizens from Smithfield's past.

18th Century Trades Demonstration Day : October 25th 9am-4pm

Christmas in Smithfield : December 6-7, 2025
Headed into town for the holidays? Swing by and check out Christmas in Smithfield! The 1750 Courthouse and Windsor Castle Manor travel back in time to show you how Christmas was celebrated by our town's founders over 200 years ago.

Operations:
March - December
(Sunday - Thursday: 1-4pm)
(Friday 11am-4pm
(Sunday 10am-4pm)

https://1750courthouse.com/