Know Before You Go:
In April 2021, we will be open for walk-in tours on Thursdays and Fridays, 10am-2pm. We can also accommodate tours outside of those hours by appointment. Call (276) 223-3484 or email info@edithbollingwilson.org to schedule. |
Health & Safety Protocols in Place:
Masks are required at all times while in the museum and birthplace home. Social distancing will be observed. Hand sanitizer and disposable masks are available. Seating and high-touch surfaces will be cleaned between each tour group. Please postpone your visit if you have recently experienced any COVID-like or flu-like symptoms, or have been exposed to someone who has. |
Discover Edith Bolling Wilson’s birthplace, family home, and presidential historic site in downtown Wytheville, Virginia.As one of only eight historic sites across the country dedicated to the interpretation of a First Lady, this museum tells the story of the overlooked, yet vitally important role Edith Bolling Wilson played in the White House at a pivotal moment during World War I.
Visit the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum and tour the historic Bolling Family Home to discover how Edith Bolling Wilson's early life in the town of Wytheville, Virginia, prepared her for life as First Lady and learn how her stewardship of governmental duties earned her such labels as “The Secret President” and “The First Woman President.” |
Join our TeamWe're looking for some great individuals to join Team Edith as volunteers. If you can offer a few hours per month, contact us now.
CollectionsCheck out the special objects held in the museum's collections.
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First Lady's Patch Girl Scout ProgramA patch program celebrating the first honorary Girl Scout President
LEARN MORE Girl Scouts & WWIWhat were Girl Scouts doing 100 years ago to get badges?
GIRL SCOUTS DURING 'THE GREAT WAR' |
Museum Wish ListDo you have historic photos of the Bolling Building or period antiques like those that would have furnished the Bolling home?
WISH LIST Edith's 1904 Driver's License |
NEWS |
A Note from the Museum's Founder...In 1989, Bill and I purchased the Bolling Family Home in Wytheville. At that time, we had an idea, a dream if you will, to somehow share the Edith Bolling Wilson story that began in this small rural Virginia town... Read More
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Museum Hours
Temporary Hours due to COVID-19: In April 2021, we will be open for walk-in tours Thursdays and Fridays, 10am-2pm. If you need a tour outside of those hours, please email or call ahead. Email: info@edithbollingwilson.org Call: (276) 223-3484 |
Location
145 E. Main St., Wytheville, VA 24382 The museum is located downtown across from the Bolling Wilson Hotel. |
Admission
Entry to the museum is by donation. Guided tours of the Birthplace and Bolling Family Home are $5 for adults and $3 for children. |
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