Mike Hudson, Historic Smithfield’s Executive Director, will discuss Victorian-era postmortem photography and mourning practices. Mike also contributed to a book entitled “Beyond the Dark Veil” which will be available for […]
We will be participating in Downtown Blacksburg Inc.'s annual downtown trick or treating. Visit us any time 3-6pm!
Take a tour of historic downtown Blacksburg with a ghostly twist! On this 60-90 minute tour, renowned ghost tour guide T.J. Prosalenti will take you to four locations – The […]
Join Carol Smith and Don Braffitt in the Ronnie and Faye Marcum Blacksburg History and Genealogy Room at The Alexander Black House for our monthly Genealogy Saturday the first Saturday […]
Virginia Tech History professor Dan Thorp has recently published his latest book entitled Seeking Justice and will join us at St. Luke & Odd Fellows on Wednesday, November 5 for […]
We are partnering with Downtown Blacksburg, Inc. to bring 15 community business trees to life at the museum! Vote on your favorite and brush up on holiday rituals during the […]
Join Carol Smith and Don Braffitt in the Ronnie and Faye Marcum Blacksburg History and Genealogy Room at The Alexander Black House for our monthly Genealogy Saturday the first Saturday […]
Close out the year in celebration with Ash Devine's annual uke-led string jam and sing-along! All stringed acoustic instruments, voices and observers welcome.
Join Carol Smith and Don Braffitt in the Ronnie and Faye Marcum Blacksburg History and Genealogy Room at The Alexander Black House for our monthly Genealogy Saturday the first Saturday […]
Market Jams at the Museum are back for the cold (and fluctuating!) weather months in 2026! Join us for this month’s session featuring the host band Indian Run Stringband with […]
Meet us at The Alexander Black House every other Thursday and then explore the historic streets within the original 16 Squares of Blacksburg and learn the rich history and stories […]