COMING SOON! Our Edith Bolling Wilson One-Day Wytheville Itinerary!
Experience
African-American Heritage Museum
Located in the Wytheville Training School Cultural Center, this museum promotes the understanding and appreciation of Wythe County's African-American education heritage.
Town of Wytheville Museums
The Town of Wytheville operates several museums celebrating local history, including the Great Lakes to Florida Museum, the Haller-Gibboney Rock House, and the Thomas J. Boyd Museum.
Big Walker Lookout
At an elevation of 3,405 feet, Big Walker Lookout affords one of the most spectacular views of the Appalachian Mountains. Climb a 100 foot tower for an outstanding panorama. The BW Country Store hosts seasonal music and craft events.
Beagle Ridge Herb Farm and Environmental Center
A 160 acre property nestled in a wooded valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains outside of Wytheville. The farm is home to display gardens with 10 varieties of lavender, a 2-acre pond, hiking trails, a walk-through butterfly house.
Located in the Wytheville Training School Cultural Center, this museum promotes the understanding and appreciation of Wythe County's African-American education heritage.
Town of Wytheville Museums
The Town of Wytheville operates several museums celebrating local history, including the Great Lakes to Florida Museum, the Haller-Gibboney Rock House, and the Thomas J. Boyd Museum.
Big Walker Lookout
At an elevation of 3,405 feet, Big Walker Lookout affords one of the most spectacular views of the Appalachian Mountains. Climb a 100 foot tower for an outstanding panorama. The BW Country Store hosts seasonal music and craft events.
Beagle Ridge Herb Farm and Environmental Center
A 160 acre property nestled in a wooded valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains outside of Wytheville. The farm is home to display gardens with 10 varieties of lavender, a 2-acre pond, hiking trails, a walk-through butterfly house.
Stay
Bolling Wilson Hotel
Enjoy your stay in Wytheville by visiting the newly renovated Bolling Wilson Hotel, named to honor Mrs. Wilson and themed around her life of “Canaries, Orchids, & Bourbon.” Mrs. Wilson stayed at this historic hotel on her last visit to Wytheville in 1960. The boutique hotel, authentic with a modern twist, is conveniently located across the street from The Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum and Bolling Home in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia. Shop the Hotel’s gift store, “Provisions” for local gifts and art pieces.
bollingwilsonhotel.com/
More Accommodations
With over 2,000 hotel rooms in Wytheville, there are accommodations to fit everyone's needs, including suites, bed and breakfasts, and camping. Follow the link above for more information.
Enjoy your stay in Wytheville by visiting the newly renovated Bolling Wilson Hotel, named to honor Mrs. Wilson and themed around her life of “Canaries, Orchids, & Bourbon.” Mrs. Wilson stayed at this historic hotel on her last visit to Wytheville in 1960. The boutique hotel, authentic with a modern twist, is conveniently located across the street from The Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum and Bolling Home in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia. Shop the Hotel’s gift store, “Provisions” for local gifts and art pieces.
bollingwilsonhotel.com/
More Accommodations
With over 2,000 hotel rooms in Wytheville, there are accommodations to fit everyone's needs, including suites, bed and breakfasts, and camping. Follow the link above for more information.
Dine
Graze on Main
This upscale, yet moderately priced, restaurant offers a twist on southern favorites, like pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes, and shrimp and grits. Recently added is a new burger menu and specialty soups. Décor features terrazzo floors, luxurious fabrics, comfortable seating, and unique art and lighting. Take a seat at the Graze on Main bar, in the Atrium dining room, or on the outside veranda. Private dining options are available in The Vault. The Perch rooftop, open seasonally features a bar, firepits, outdoor seating and expansive views of Downtown Wytheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Log House 1776
Located on Main Street in downtown Wytheville, the Log House Restaurant is a local dining experience in an 18th-century atmosphere.
Moon Dog Brick Oven
Located across 1st Street from the Bolling Building, this trendy restaurant offers include pizzas, pastas, subs, salads, and wings.
Seven Sister's Brewery
Located three blocks from the Museum, patrons enjoy a variety of high quality craft beers served with gourmet snacks and onsite food trucks. The brewery is inviting, relaxing, family-oriented, and pet friendly! Entertainment includes a variety of local and regional music.
7 Dogs Brewpub
Located across from the County Courthouse, patrons can enjoy a variety of seasonal beers partnered with appetizers, tacos, salads, and burgers. Live performances are regular in the attached music hall.
Skeeter's World Famous Hot Dogs
Established in 1925, Skeeter’s is one of Virginia’s oldest continuously operating restaurants. Located in the historic district of Wytheville, VA, a visit to Skeeter’s is like stepping back in time.
This upscale, yet moderately priced, restaurant offers a twist on southern favorites, like pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes, and shrimp and grits. Recently added is a new burger menu and specialty soups. Décor features terrazzo floors, luxurious fabrics, comfortable seating, and unique art and lighting. Take a seat at the Graze on Main bar, in the Atrium dining room, or on the outside veranda. Private dining options are available in The Vault. The Perch rooftop, open seasonally features a bar, firepits, outdoor seating and expansive views of Downtown Wytheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Log House 1776
Located on Main Street in downtown Wytheville, the Log House Restaurant is a local dining experience in an 18th-century atmosphere.
Moon Dog Brick Oven
Located across 1st Street from the Bolling Building, this trendy restaurant offers include pizzas, pastas, subs, salads, and wings.
Seven Sister's Brewery
Located three blocks from the Museum, patrons enjoy a variety of high quality craft beers served with gourmet snacks and onsite food trucks. The brewery is inviting, relaxing, family-oriented, and pet friendly! Entertainment includes a variety of local and regional music.
7 Dogs Brewpub
Located across from the County Courthouse, patrons can enjoy a variety of seasonal beers partnered with appetizers, tacos, salads, and burgers. Live performances are regular in the attached music hall.
Skeeter's World Famous Hot Dogs
Established in 1925, Skeeter’s is one of Virginia’s oldest continuously operating restaurants. Located in the historic district of Wytheville, VA, a visit to Skeeter’s is like stepping back in time.
Shop
Farmer's Daughter Boutique
Located in the Historic District in downtown Wytheville, this unique boutique is located in a lovingly restored 200-year-old building. The boutique features an amazing array of ever-changing items, thoughtfully collected and fabulously displayed under one roof. The boutique features Brighton Jewelry, Spartina, scarves and accessories, custom framing, apparel, home décor, gifts, and more.
Petals
Petals, located on Tazewell Street adjacent to the Bolling Wilson Hotel, has a unique array of gift items as well as a moderately wine and craft beer selection, including local wines and Virginia beers. Petals is also a full service florist. You will find just about anything — flowers, picnic baskets, even local beef.
Glitz & Glam: The First Lady's Boutiques and Antiques
This new boutique offers fashion for women, girls, and toddlers; home décor; and custom handmade clothing and accessories all with a unique style. Located beneath the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace and between the Museum and Skeeter's World Famous Hot Dogs.
Located in the Historic District in downtown Wytheville, this unique boutique is located in a lovingly restored 200-year-old building. The boutique features an amazing array of ever-changing items, thoughtfully collected and fabulously displayed under one roof. The boutique features Brighton Jewelry, Spartina, scarves and accessories, custom framing, apparel, home décor, gifts, and more.
Petals
Petals, located on Tazewell Street adjacent to the Bolling Wilson Hotel, has a unique array of gift items as well as a moderately wine and craft beer selection, including local wines and Virginia beers. Petals is also a full service florist. You will find just about anything — flowers, picnic baskets, even local beef.
Glitz & Glam: The First Lady's Boutiques and Antiques
This new boutique offers fashion for women, girls, and toddlers; home décor; and custom handmade clothing and accessories all with a unique style. Located beneath the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace and between the Museum and Skeeter's World Famous Hot Dogs.
Play
Crystal Springs Recreation Area
Discover Mother Nature at her best at this 1800-acre forested recreation area. Hiking trails abound, offering hikers a variety of terrain that ranges from easy to moderate difficulty. Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation's “Kids in Parks” Track Trails area located within this recreation area.
Wohlfahrt House
The Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre is a state-of-the-art German-themed dinner theatre nestled in the beautiful Appalachian mountains of southwest Virginia. The luxurious dinner theatre promises audiences the most unique theatre and dining experience around.
Discover Mother Nature at her best at this 1800-acre forested recreation area. Hiking trails abound, offering hikers a variety of terrain that ranges from easy to moderate difficulty. Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation's “Kids in Parks” Track Trails area located within this recreation area.
Wohlfahrt House
The Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre is a state-of-the-art German-themed dinner theatre nestled in the beautiful Appalachian mountains of southwest Virginia. The luxurious dinner theatre promises audiences the most unique theatre and dining experience around.
Visit
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Museum Hours
Tuesdays through Saturdays 10:00 am - 4:00 pm If you would like to schedule a pre-arranged tour, please email or call at least one week prior to your date to visit. Email: info@edithbollingwilson.org Call: (276) 223-3484 |
Location
145 E. Main St., Wytheville, VA 24382 The museum is located in the heart of historic downtown Wytheville. |
Admission
There is no admission fee for individuals to visit the museum or tour the birthplace home; however, donations are greatly appreciated! Groups of 10 or more, please call ahead for information and arrangements. |
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