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Franklin County Historical Society

Chartered by the Commonwealth of Virginia in 1968 with the stated purpose of collecting and preserving the history of Franklin County, Virginia. Staffed by volunteers Read more...
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Jubal A. Early Homeplace

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The Jubal Early Homeplace and Archaeological Site is located just off Jubal Early Highway (VA 116) near Boones Mill. It was the home of General Jubal Anderson Early, born in Franklin County in 1816, who spent much of his childhood at the home and grounds nearby. The original house is thought to have been built in the first decade of Read more...
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Sinking Spring Cemetery

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Sinking Spring Cemetery: Cemetery is the final resting place for Brig. Gen. John B. Floyd, Lt. Col. W.W. Blackford, Civil War era Richmond newspaper editor Robert Hughes, and over 30 Confederate soldiers are interred in the “Unknown Confederate Dead” section of the cemetery. Brig. General John Hunt Morgan was placed in the above ground tomb for a few days, prior Read more...
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Fries VA – Where the New River Trail Begins

There are many exciting places to visit and outdoor activities in the towns of Fries, Galax, Hillsville, and the Grayson and Carroll County area. With all of the hiking, biking, trail riding, canoeing, and fishing possibilities, and the historic sites, art and craft shops, restaurants, and old -time music venues, you won’t be bored. After the day’s activities, relax at Read more...
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Competition Alley

Enjoy a relaxing picnic, read a book, or catch up with friends in the historic Competition Alley! Competition Alley is a center town vest pocket park that occupies the length of the last remaining street from the original town of Competition. It has a gazebo, bench seating and a shaded park area. Five interpretative panels explain the history of Pittsylvania Read more...
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Dickenson County Veterans Memorial

Dickenson County Military Veteran’s Memorials. Dickenson County has several memorials to honor the soldiers who have died in combat. A Vietnam memorial, Korean War Memorial, as well as memorials for World War I and World War II are located on the Dickenson County Courthouse Grounds. Also on site is a memorial for Dickenson County’s only known Revolutionary War soldier, John Read more...
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Mary Draper Ingles Monument

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In the more than 250 years since Mary Draper Ingles was captured by Shawnee warriors, escaped and made her historic return journey to the New River Valley of Virginia, much has been written and produced about the preeminent colonial heroine. Mary represents hundreds of women who survived capture and returned to their log cabin homes during the early settlement of Read more...
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Roanoke Star

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Built in 1949 and visible from just about every part of the Valley is this splendidly illuminated, 100 foot-tall Star situated on the top of Mill Mountain. Native Americans wandering between the parallel ridges of the Allegheny Mountains named their great valley Shenandoah, “daughter of the stars.” Roanoke is known as the “Star City of the South”. Read more...
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Country Music Marker & Mural

Tribute to the historic 1927 “Bristol Sessions,” the first commercial recordings of country music, noting the city as the official “Birthplace of Country Music.” Read more...
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Brush Mountain Coal Miners Memorial

The Brush Mountain Coal Miners Memorial is a black granite monument that celebrates the lives and spirits of the Brush Mountain Coal miner. There are also two restored coal cars at the site with a plaque honoring the miners that were killed while working in the mines. We also have a building with coal mining artifacts inside that is used Read more...
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Montgomery White Sulphur Springs

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A monument marks the location of the Montgomery White Sulphur Springs Resort. During the Civil War the resort was ran by the Confederate Government as a General Hospital. Wounded, sick, and recovery soldiers filled the spacious resort and were cared for by Catholic Nuns, local slaves, and military personnel. More that 200 soldiers died at the hospital and are mostly Read more...
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Old Brick Hotel

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Come visit the Old Brick Hotel where past boarders include lawyers and judges, hot springs visitors, and maybe Jesse James. The three-story brick building was built in three stages beginning in 1840. Located across the street from the Craig County Courthouse, it was the center of town through the boom times of the early 1900’s. Restoration was begun in 1984 Read more...
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Settlers Museum of Southwest Virginia

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A visit to The Settlers Museum of Southwest Virginia is like stepping one hundred years into the past. Visit this 67 acre open air museum and learn the story of the people who settled the area. View the Migration Story and map at our visitor’s center, visit the restored 19th-century living history farm complete with farmhouse and 8 original outbuildings, Read more...
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Southwest Virginia Museum State Park

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Dedicated in 1948, the Southwest Virginia Museum in Big Stone Gap chronicles the exploration and development of the region. The museum houses a collection of items from the region. The collection was started by C. B. Slemp, who served in Congress from 1907 to 1923 and was President Coolidge’s personal secretary. A lovely Victorian parlor in the four-story mansion is Read more...
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Patrick Henry Monument

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For the heritage traveler seeking former homesites of Colonial Patriots, Henry County was briefly the residence of none other than Patrick Henry – its namesake. While his stay was brief, 1779-1784, his legacy is permanent in the form of a large 10-foot tall grantite monument erected in 1922 by the Daughters of the American Revolution. A small grassy park setting Read more...
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John Weatherford’s Grave Historic Marker

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One half mile west is the grave of Elder John Weatherford (1740?-1833) Baptist preacher for 70 years and early advocate of religious liberty. Jailed five months in Chesterfield in 1773 for unlicensed preaching, his release was secured by Patrick Henry. Read more...
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Mecklenburg County Courthouse

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The Roman Revival Mecklenburg Courthouse was built between 1838 and 1842 by area master building, William A. Howard. Read more...
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Grave of William Letcher – Ararat, VA

William Letcher’s grave is the oldest in Patrick County, VA. He was killed by a British Tory at his doorstep in 1780. He was the great-grandfather of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, who was born on the family farm called Laurel Hill. William Letcher was born in 1750 and married Elizabeth Perkins about 1778. The home was located on Read more...
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Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum

Visit the birthplace and childhood home of First Lady Edith Bolling Wilson. Born and raised in Wytheville, Edith Bolling Wilson is a descendant of Pocahontas. As one of only eight historic sites across the country dedicated to the interpretation of a First Lady, the museum tells the story of the overlooked, yet vitally important role Edith Bolling Wilson played in the Read more...
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The Tavern-1779

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The Tavern: The oldest building in Abingdon, constructed in 1779, the Tavern served as a field hospital during the Civil War. In the hospital section on the third floor, charcoaled numbers, used to designate soldiers’ beds, are still visible. Hours: See web site for details Read more...
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Richlands Coal Miners’ Memorial

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The Coal Miners’ Memorial is a testament to the heritage of the Town of Richlands. Dedicated in 2003,the memorial is a tribute to the men/women who sacrificed all they had to make a living. The memorial sculptured by Maria Kirby-Smith depicts a miner exiting the mine. He’s covered in the toil of the day with his lunch bucket & pick Read more...
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Montgomery Floyd Regional Libraries

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The local library system has three locations throughout the county, Christiansburg, Blacksburg, and Meadowbrook. They all contain local history and genealogical data. Blacksburg is located at 200 Miller Street, and Meadowbrook at 267 Allegheny Springs Rd., Shawsville, VA. Hours: 9am-8pm Weekdays, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm Read more...
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Historic Town of Buchanan

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Discover a place where Main Street meets the mountains, downtown Buchanan. Nestled within the steep slopes of the Blue Ridge and Alleghany Mountains the Town’s Main Street straddles the James River. An important stopping point for travelers since the 1700’s, Buchanan offers scenic beauty and an historic setting. Explore more than 200 years of history as you walk our Main Street, paddle the James River, peddle the Read more...
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Draper Mercantile and Trading Company

The Draper Mercantile has been a favorite local hangout for over 125 years. We’re continuing that tradition and welcome you to the new gathering place for great food, friendly folks and an inspiring atmosphere.  The Draper Mercantile is also home to the Draper Valley Marketplace, an eclectic little market dedicated to bringing you vibrant, healthful food diversity from our own community Read more...
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The Lincoln Theatre

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A member of the League of Historic American Theatres, The Lincoln Theatre in Marion, Virginia, is one of three existing Art Deco Mayan Revival-style theaters in America. The Lincoln is a Virginia Historic Landmark and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally built in 1929 as a vaudeville and movie house, The Lincoln Theatre hosted stars such as Read more...
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East Hill Cemetery

East Hill Cemetery, also known as Maryland Hill, Round Hill, Rooster Hill, and City Cemetery, is a historic cemetery located at Bristol, Tennessee and Bristol, Virginia. Founded in 185, the cemetery is the final resting place of Civil War soldiers and Revolutionary War hero General Evan Shelby.  Read more...
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Radford University McConnell Library

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Radford University’s McConnell Library carries information on a wide range of subjects, including the Civil War. Read more...
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King-Stuart House

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The cabin was occupied from its beginning (circa 1795) through the 1960s. See the many visible indicators of the numerous transitional modernization periods the cabin has experienced. The original builders of the cabin probably never envisioned the cabins life expectancy nor the influence its occupants would have on the cultural developments. Enjoy the stories relating to the various families occupying Read more...
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Carroll County Heritage Flag Pole

The front lawn of the Historic Carroll County Courthouse in the Hillsville Historic District features a unique flag pole. In May 2005, The Jubal Early Camp 1691 of the Sons of Confederate Veterans erected the pole as a Heritage Flag Pole on which historic flags will be flown on different days. An objective of the sponsoring organization was to make Read more...
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Christ Episcopal Church

A Virginia historical landmark. Established October 30, 1890. Read more...
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Emory & Henry College

Founded in 1836, Emory & Henry College is the oldest institution of higher education in Southwest. The college is named for John Emory, a leader in the United Methodist Church, and Patrick Henry, a renowned patriot of the American revolution and Virginia’s first governor. Emory symbolizes the belief in the union of faith and learning, while Henry represents the commitment Read more...
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Virginia Civil War Trails – Wilson-Kautz Raid

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In June 1864, to deny Gen. Robert E. Lee the use of the South Side R.R. and the Richmond and Danville R.R., Gen. Ulysses S. Grant sent Gen. James H. Wilson and Gen. August V. Kautz south of Petersburg on a cavalry raid to destroy track and rolling stock as well as the Staunton River Bridge (Staunton River Battlefield State Read more...
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Haller-Gibboney Rock House Museum

Historic house museum was built in 1823. Home of Wytheville’s first resident physician. Collection includes period furnishings, personal mementos, medical records and supplies from the 1800’s, and a small museum of local artifacts. There is an herb garden with plants typically grown in the 19th. century. Read more...
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June Tolliver House & Folkart Center

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Located adjacent to amphitheatre that stages the musical adaptation of John Fox Jr.’s novel, “Trail of the Lonesome Pine”, at the turn of the century, the house was owned by the Duff family who also owned a hotel across the street. Legend has it that Fox’s novel was based on actual people living in the town. Free tours of June Read more...
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Mansion at Fort Chiswell

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For more than a decade The Mansion at Fort Chiswell has been lovingly restored.  Now this private residence, listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and as a Virginia State Historic Landmark, is ready to be shared with you.  From the gracious bedrooms – to the wood-burning kitchen fireplace – to the elegant stairways and halls, you will find rich history Read more...
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Aspenvale Cemetery

Aspenvale Cemetery was the first cemetery to be declared a Virginia Historic Landmark. Not only is the Revolutionary hero, Gen. William Campbell, famous for the Battle of King’s Mountain, buried here, but also his wife, Elizabeth Henry Campbell Russell, known as “Madam Russell” and sister to Patrick Henry. After Gen. Campbell’s death Elizabeth married another important Revolutionar general, William Russell. Read more...

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