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Virginia Museum of Natural History

As the state’s museum of natural history serving the entire Commonwealth and beyond, VMNH has award-winning exhibits, ground-breaking scientific research and collections, and innovative educational programs for all ages. With its outreach education programs, online resources, and traveling exhibits and displays, the Virginia Museum of Natural History is truly an institution without walls. Read more...

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Smithfield Plantation

Built in 1774, Smithfield Plantation was the home of Revolutionary War patriot Colonel William Preston. The home, designed in the tidewater plantation style, provided a haven of aristocratic elegance and became the social and political center of this backcountry area. The glazed windows, Chinese Chippendale railings and an impressive mantel are a testament to Preston’s effort and expense. Colonel Preston Read more...

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Danville Science Center

The Danville Science Center has been the Dan River Region’s educational and cultural anchor since 1995. Inspiring more than 60,000 guests each year, the Science Center offers the chance to explore STEM concepts and skills with interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, live demos, touring exhibitions, breathtaking Digital Dome Theater presentations, and special events. No matter your age, income level, or science background, Read more...

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Wood Brothers Racing Museum

One of the most successful racing teams in NASCAR history has a museum located in Patrick County. The Wood Brothers Racing Museum is located just 30 minutes from Martinsville Speedway. Wood Brothers Racing is the oldest continuously operating teams in NASCAR. Currently, The no. 21 Ford Fusion is driven by 2011 Daytona 500 Champion Trevor Bayne. The museum is open Read more...

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Lonesome Pine School & Heritage Center

This museum was conceived as a place to preserve the history of our area with a focus on the schools of Wise County. In 2002, the June Tolliver House provided Garnett Gilliam, a local teacher and historian, two rooms to display his collection of photographs, yearbooks, and other artifacts. As others made donations to the collection it was soon evident Read more...

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Matthews Farm Museum

We are a working circa 1900 farm in the mountains of Grayson County, close to Galax, VA, home of the Fiddler’s Convention. The Museum has buildings from the 1850’s, to the farm house that was built in 1905. Soon adding our 1830’s cabin to the list of Historical buildings. Events at the Museum have demonstrators, and showcase many artisans from Read more...

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Museum of Geological Sciences

The Museum of Geosciences houses a collection of over 13,000 minerals used for research, education, and display. Many Virginia specimens are included in the collection, as well as specimens from famous mining localities worldwide. Exhibits include gems, minerals, and a full-scale model of an Allosaurus dinosaur skeleton found in Utah. A display of minerals arranged systematically by chemical formula is Read more...

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Primland Resort, Auberge Resorts Collection – Observatory

Come join Primland for an unforgettable night with our Tour of the Universe. Our extraordinary nightly program starts with an outside demonstration of the season’s visible constellations and planets. We then finish with an explanation of Stellar Evolution using our Celestron 14″ telescope. Stellar Evolution encompasses everything from star formation to star death, galaxy formation, and the grand scale of Read more...

Honaker Heritage Museum

Honaker Heritage Museum located in Honaker with artifacts including regional cultural, heritage, history, coal mining and more. The curator is a wealth of information and will help make your visit complete. Read more...

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Old Russell County Courthouse

This former courthouse was built in 1799 by Henry Dickenson. A stone building, the structure replaced a log courthouse that was burned during the Revolutionary War. A brick wing was added to the stone structure by the Robert Dickenson family between 1830 and 1850. Used as a residence until the 1970’s, the courthouse began to undergo a restoration process in Read more...

Museum of Charlotte County

Located in the old jail in the Charlotte Court House Historic District, The Charlotte County Museum houses a permanent exhibit recognizing three former Charlotte County residents and the tremendous contributions they made locally, nationally, and internationally. The exhibit, �Three Centuries, Three Statesmen,� celebrates the lives of Patrick Henry, John Randolph, and David K. E. Bruce. Additional exhibits are presented periodically. Read more...

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A.P. Carter Museum

Born Alvin Pleasant Carter, A.P. Carter was born to love music. A skilled violinist, fiddler to homefolk, he, his wife Sara, brother Ezra and sister-in-law Maybelle formed the Carter Family band. Carter Family grew famous with hits like “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” and “Keep On the Sunny Side.” A.P. spent much of his time traveling to find musical inspiration, Read more...

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FAHI African American Museum & Cultural Center

Fayette Area Historical Initiative African American Museum and Cultural Center was created to collect, preserve and interpret African American experiences and community life in Martinsville/Henry County. This is achieved with the use of displays and exhibits to highlight history and culture. Exhibits showcase more than 100 years of African American history on Fayette Street. The exhibits, “Walking down the street Read more...

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Kids Square – The Don & Barbara Smith Children’s Museum

It has been a year to remember for the Don & Barbara Smith Children’s Museum – Kids Square. Since opening its doors on August 15, 2017 the children of the Roanoke Valley and surrounding areas have found a safe, educational and wonderful place to explore, play & learn! This fun museum is geared towards children ages 10 and under. The Read more...

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Dante Coal Mining and Railroad Museum

The Dante Coal mining and Railroad Museum invites visitors to enjoy exhibits of coal and railroad memorabilia, donated by the residents and former residents of Dante and the surrounding community. This building is now the home of the DANTE HISTORY PROJECT display, which traveled around Virginia, West Virginia, and Kentucky for two years in the late 1990’s. School groups are Read more...

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Virginia Motorsports Museum and Hall of Fame

Preserving and chronicling Patrick County’s rich racing history. Race fans and visitors to the area should include this museum as a must see stop on their trip to beautiful Stuart. See how moonshine was made and hear the fascinating story of how this business lead directly to the birth of NASCAR racing. Home to the famous Wood Brothers Racing Team, Read more...

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Piedmont Arts

Located in the heart of Martinsville’s Arts and Cultural District, Piedmont Arts is an award-winning art museum that curates thought-provoking exhibitions by international, national and regional artists. The museum also offers performing arts, from concerts to plays to children’s performances, and art classes for all ages. Experience the arts around town with a visit to the museum’s Gravely-Lester Art Garden or take a public art walking Read more...

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Alberta Caboose

Alberta Caboose (Vintage 1917 Wooden Caboose) Located in Alberta Town Square in front of the R.R. right-away,which is the proposed Brunswick county Tabacco Heritage Trail.The Caboose Museum reflects Alberta’s heritage.The town was formed in 1928 with two major rail lines crossing .The Seaboard and Virginian.,Later to become N&W and CSX.Alberta’s “hayday “was brought on by the very vibrant rail traffic. Read more...

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Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Interpretive Center

The center is a satellite location of Natural Tunnel State Park. The Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Interpretive Center is open Friday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. At the center, visitors learn about the important role Wilderness Road played in America’s westward expansion. Directly in front of Kane Gap, one of the last undeveloped portions of the Wilderness Read more...

Radford University Art Museum

Radford University Art Museum offers a wide range of visual arts in two galleries and a sculpture court on campus, and a satellite gallery in downtown Radford. The Museum creates about fifteen exhibitions each year, presenting national and international artists, student works, and in the summer, selections from our Permanent Collection — there is always something new to see! Read more...

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Eleanor D. Wilson Museum at Hollins University

The Eleanor D. Wilson Museum at Hollins University, a premiere arts destination in the Roanoke Valley, features the work of nationally renowned artists, emerging figures, and regional names. The Museum mounts exhibitions that explore currents in modern and contemporary art, as well as presenting work from the permanent collection.Museum hours are Tuesday � Friday, 10:00 am � 4:00 pm; and Read more...

Drakes Branch Museum

The Drakes Branch Museum is a community museum. Exhibits highlight the railroad, tobacco markets, industries, churches, schools, and farms that contributed to the development of the area. The museum is open on the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 10:00 am to noon. Read more...

Old Cranks Motorcar Museum & RV Park

Old Cranks Motorcar Museum houses an average of 50 Antique, Classic and Special Interest automobiles, ranging from a 1906 Schacht Horseless Carriage, a 1917 Detroit Electric Auto, a 1919 Stanley Steam Car, a 1923 Templar Touring Car, a 1934 Ford V-8, a 1954 Oldsmobile, a 28K mile unrestored 1969 Mustang Mach 1 with a 428 Cobra Jet engine to a Read more...

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Wonder Universe, A Children’s Museum

Wonder Universe, A Children’s Museum is devoted to nurturing the curiosity and creativity of children through the exploration of science, technology, the arts, and regional heritage. The museum serves families across the entire New River Valley and surrounding regions through 18 play-based, engaging exhibits for children ages 0-10. Come visit us for: Hands-on play and learning Interactive activities introducing sciences, technology, Read more...

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Appalachian African-American Cultural Center

The building that once housed the only primary school for blacks in Pennington Gap, Lee County, Virginia, is now the Appalachian African-American Cultural Center. Besides preserving Appalachian black history, it hosts an annual Race Unity Day, houses a library of black literature, and sponsors workshops on racism where blacks and whites can discuss racial issues in a public forum. Preserving Read more...

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Old West Gambling Exhibit

The Wild West Gambling Exhibit located on the first floor of the Jefferson Plaza. Stop by anytime the Jefferson Plaza is open to see a replica 1900s game room and some interesting stories both tragic and humorous. Admission to the exhibit is free. Read more...

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Museum of the Middle Appalachians

Step through the window of time at the Museum of the Middle Appalachians: “From the Ice Age to the Space Age.” Learn how geology has influenced the area’s history for millions of years. See the full-size replicas of ice age mammals that roamed the region over 15,000 years ago. Visit the site of annual archeological and paleontological digs and see artifacts and Read more...

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