The mission of the Blacksburg Museum is to establish and inform a sense of place and time for Blacksburg citizens and visitors.
The museum is currently planning for the restoration of the Alexander Black House and the Odd Fellows Hall. The headquarters of the museum will be in the historic Alexander Black House, an 1897 Queen Anne Victorian home moved to its location on Draper Road in 2002. The Black House will be a cultural center celebrating Blacksburg’s heritage while providing space for public and private events. The Odd Fellows Hall will be restored and dedicated to collecting, preserving, and presenting the contributions of African-Americans to the community.
While awaiting the restoration of these historic structures, the Blacksburg Museum pursues its mission through innovative exhibits and educational programs that engage and enhance the community. The Historic Lecture Series, co-sponsored by Smithfield Plantation, the Sixteen Squares Walking Tour, and participation in community events such as Steppin’ Out are just some of the museum’s annual programs. Circa, the Blacksburg Museum Newsletter, provides up to date information on the restoration projects and current activities and exhibits.
For more information on the Blacksburg Museum, contact the Museum Administrator at 540-558-0746 or by email at museum@blacksburg.gov. Meetings of the Blacksburg Museum Advisory Committee occur the first Monday of each month at 8 a.m. in the First Floor Conference Room of the Blacksburg Municipal Building. The public is welcome to attend.