The Eastern Shore Public Library Foundation was established in 2009 specifically to raise funds for the Eastern Shore of Virginia Library System. In 2015, the Foundation committed to raising the funds to establish a new regional library and heritage center, which documents the unique history and culture of Virginia's Eastern Shore. To date, the Foundation has raised $4,950,000 of the $5,300,000 needed to complete the new Regional Public Library at 23414 Bennett Street in Parksley. Construction continues on schedule, and completion is anticipated in January 2021. 

After completion of the new facility, the Foundation will continue to raise funds for the needs of the Eastern Shore Libary system consisting of the Regional Public Library, the Cape Charles Municipal Library, the Chincoteage Library, and the Nassawadox Free Library. 

Onancock Main Street (OMS) is a volunteer-driven, nonprofit organization that works to develop and sustain our historic downtown as a vital economic, cultural, recreational and residential center for our community.  OMS works in partnership with community and business stakeholders and the Town of Onancock to ensure our downtown not only grows, but thrives.

Through marketing initiatives, public space improvements, business engagement programs, historic preservation, and more, OMS contributes to the establishment of a strong and vibrant downtown district.

As a designated Virginia Main Street (VMS) program, OMS follows the Main Street Four Point Approach developed by the National Main Street Center.  Leadership of OMS is provided by a volunteer Board of Directors, committees, as well as a paid part-time program manager. Activities are focused in the areas of organization, economic restructuring, design, and promotion.

Our Vision:  Historic downtown Onancock is the commercial and cultural heart of a thriving waterfront community.