Ask RELIC

Do you have questions about genealogy or local history?
Now you can ask them via the web!

The Ruth E. LLoyd Information Center (RELIC), located in the Bull Run Regional Library, specializes in the history and families of Prince William County, Virginia.

Just fill out the form, and you will receive a response to your e-mail within 2 business days, except for weekends and holidays.

Ask RELIC will:

  • Provide short, factual answers to brief questions.
  • Provide links to pertinent sites.
  • Make every effort to answer questions within 2 business days.
  • Suggest other sources if we are unable to answer your question with library resources.
  • Some questions may require that you visit RELIC or another library to work with librarians at the Information Desks.

Need immediate assistance?
During open hours, you may contact RELIC at 703-792-4540 (voice) or 703-792-4524 (TTY).

Our hours of operation are:

Monday through Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 Noon to 5:00 p.m. (mid-September to the first Sunday in June)