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Self-sufficiency in Appalachia, part one: Quilts
Posted May 02, 2024
Join us for the Stitch in Time Quilt Show to view some of the community's beautiful pieces of Appalachian self-sufficiency on display.
The Southwest Virginia Museum Gardens
Posted August 22, 2021
Explore the unique beauty of the smallest Virginia State Park.
Museum collection preserves area's African American history
Posted July 23, 2020
The Jessie Zander Collection of documents and photographs provides a valuable look at the African-American history of Wise County.
Photo Preservation 101
Posted May 22, 2020
Here's a primer from the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park on how to better care for your old photographs.
We Mustache You a Question...
Posted May 13, 2020
These ornate Victorian mustache cups are some of the more unusual items in the museum's collection.
A Virtual Tour of the True Art Exhibit
Posted March 25, 2020
Although we miss seeing all of our visitors in person, we thought you might like to take a little tour of our current temporary exhibit.
Governor's Award winner keeps SWVA history alive
Posted April 20, 2019
Regional historian Dr. Lawrence Fleenor has volunteered since 2005 at the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park, sharing his enthusiasm and love for area history with countless visitors.
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