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Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park
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Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park © KJPurscell / CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The Southwest Virginia Museum, in Big Stone Gap, Virginia.
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park © vastateparksstaff / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
This museum is one that is full of history about Southwest Virginia. This is a wonderful place to take the family. http//www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/southwest-virginia-museumgeneral_informationAR
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park © Blackoffee / CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
John Fox, Jr. House, 117 Shawnee Ave. Big Stone Gap
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park © Virginia State Parks staff / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Lunch on the Lawn at the Southwest Virginia Museum.
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park © Virginia State Parks / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Artisans Gathering in the Gap
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park © Virginia State Parks staff / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The Museum is rich in history and tradition. - AA
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SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA MUSEUM HISTORICAL STATE PARK
SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA MUSEUM HISTORICAL STATE PARK
10 West 1st Street North
Big Stone Gap, Virginia   24219
(lat:36.8636 lon:-82.7801) map location

Phone: 276-523-1322
A National Historic Landmark, the Southwest Virginia Museum is in an 1890s Victorian stone mansion with an original oak interior. The museum's collection includes more than 60,000 pieces and state of the art exhibits telling the story of the exploration and development of Southwest Virginia from the pioneer era of the 1700s to the mining boom and bust era of the late 1800s. The museum also offers many interpretive and special events. The gift shop features unique items representative of the area's history and crafts made by regional artisans. The park offers facilities for meetings, weddings and other special occasions, and the charming Poplar Hill Cottage is available for overnight guests.
Cabins
Poplar Hill Cottage is the perfect mountain getaway. The quaint, garden-themed cottage, located in historic Poplar Hill, is furnished with reproduction furniture. It has three bedrooms, two full baths, a kitchen and an ample living area with a fold-out sofa. The cottage sleeps up to eight people.


Location
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is located near Big Stone Gap, Wise

Picnicking
The museum's beautifully maintained grounds are ideal for a picnic. The Victorian Garden has tables and chairs for up to 18 people and is perfect for outdoor weddings.
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The museum is an Audubon Bird Sanctuary, and many various songbirds can be seen on the grounds. A permanent outdoor exhibit, the Southwest Virginia Walk of Fame, showcases the regions heritage. The exhibit advances the knowledge, awareness and appreciation of renowned Southwest Virginians, past and present, who have made significant contributions to the commonwealth, the nation and the world. The museum is within walking distance of the Bullitt Park/Greenbelt Trail.

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The museum is in Big Stone Gap, off U. S. 23, at the corner of W. First Street North and Wood Avenue. It is 14 miles south of Norton and 35 miles northwest of Kingsport, Tenn. The facility is nestled in the Appalachian Mountains. Neighboring areas of Kentucky, Tennessee and North Carolina are only a one to two hour drive away. Its address is 10 West First Street North, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219.

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