The New Market Historical Society meets at 7:00 pm the fourth Thursday of March, May, July and September as well as the third Thursday in November. The July meeting is a "potluck" picnic held at a local site of historical importance. The meetings are usually held in the New Market Town Council Chambers at 9418 John Sevier Rd. in New Market, Virginia although sometimes we meet at nearby historic locations. Speakers discuss topics of local historical interest and refreshments are provided. Our meetings are open to the general public and are "free".

Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 7:00 Historic Henkel House

Historic Henkel House Tour conducted by owner Joe Tusing

The brick part of this historic house on New Market’s original Lot 15 was built in 1802 by Dr. Solomon Henkel, a physician and druggist, and served as his home and place to practice his trade. The wooden front part and two rooms upstairs were added by his son, Dr. Solon P. C. Henkel in 1855 who took over the building with his wife, Maria. Although Solomon sold medicines as early as 1795, he probably established the apothecary located behind the house in 1793. The Henkel house served as a dentist office and also former home of the New Market Area Library. Current owner, Joe Tusing, will give us a tour of the interior of the building, what he is doing with it, talk about his family, and no doubt share some good stories!

Guests are invited.