SETTLERS MUSEUM OF SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA

ATKINS, VA

THOMPSON VALLEY I grew up in Thompson Valley in Tazewell County, Virginia. Some of my early ancestors, Archibald and William Thompson were the first settlers of the area obtaining Land grans in 1789 and 1793. They are buried in cemeteries in the valley that bears their name.
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The Settlers Museum of Southwest Virginia is located in Atkins, Virginia, and offers visitors a comprehensive experience of the region's pioneer history. The museum is housed in a restored 1894 Victorian-style farmhouse and features exhibits that showcase the lives and accomplishments of the early settlers who made their homes in the area during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Visitors can explore the museum's collections of artifacts, tools, furniture, and other historical items that offer a glimpse into the daily lives of the settlers. Exhibits include a blacksmith shop, a weaving room, and a kitchen that demonstrates the cooking and food preservation techniques of the time. The museum's outdoor space includes a working farm, a log cabin, and a schoolhouse.

The Settlers Museum also offers educational programs, guided tours, and workshops throughout the year. The museum's gift shop provides visitors with the opportunity to purchase books, crafts, and other souvenirs related to the region's history. The museum is open from April to December and is a popular destination for families, school groups, and history enthusiasts.

SETTLERS MUSEUM OF SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ATKINS VA. US MID #8405100031

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

THOMPSON VALLEY I grew up in Thompson Valley in Tazewell County, Virginia. Some of my early ancestors, Archibald and William Thompson were the first settlers of the area obtaining Land grans in 1789 and 1793. They are buried in cemeteries in the valley that bears their name.
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SETTLERS MUSEUM OF SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA
1322 ROCKY HOLLOW RD
ATKINS
VA
24311

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MID # 8405100031
Name SETTLERS MUSEUM OF SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 36.869445, -81.371578
CODES FIPS State Code: 51
FIPS County Code: 173
US Census Tract: 030400
US Census Block: 2044