Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation

16 Squares Walking Tour
2026-08-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-27 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-10 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) and 11 more dates | Alexander Black House, 204 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg, VA, 24060, United States
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 behind many of the buildings and landmarks throughout town that may go unnoticed. You may also schedule this tour by appointment if Thursdays don’t work for your group.
The tour takes a little over an hour. Since this is a walking tour, please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for outdoor excursions.
Please RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 4 people – for larger groups, please inquire and we will plan with you.

Blacksburg en Blanc
2026-08-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Alexander Black House, 204 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg, VA, 24060, United States
Blacksburg en Blanc Returns on August 22!
Join us for our annual picnic fundraiser inspired by the concept Diner en Blanc, a popular outdoor dining experience across the world. The Blacksburg Museum & Cultural Foundation has continued this tradition in our community along with an auction-based fundraiser that helps our mission to preserve, interpret, and promote Blacksburg’s history, art, and culture.
The auction portion of this event will include an assortment of artworks from local artists who exhibited at the museum throughout 2026, as well as package deals from local businesses, restaurants, and hotels. Proceeds provide funds for the following:
EXHIBIT REDESIGN AT ST. LUKE & ODD FELLOWS HALL
We plan to reopen the St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall to the public in 2027 and are working toward acquiring the funds for the interior and exterior elements of the exhibition redesign.
COLLECTION AND EXHIBIT MATERIALS AT BOTH SITES
Archival grade storage containers, museum-grade glass and framing, display pedestals, acrylic casings, etc.

We provide:*a professional tent on our lawn with cafe lighting*tables, tablecloths, and chairs*a few table decorations (we also encourage your creativity in bringing your own!)*music entertainment from the Nickel’n Dimers
*champagne and white wine at your table
*a silent auction *trash cans and indoor restrooms
You provide for yourself or your group:*food*alcoholic and/or non-alcoholic drinks*cutlery and napkins
Lastly, please wear white as diners do across the world! It adds to the summer ambience!

THE HISTORY of Dîner en Blanc:

The concept began in Paris in 1988 when François Pasquier invited a group of friends to an elegant outdoor dinner at the Bois de Boulogne, asking them to dress in white so they could find each other. It is now a worldwide annual event spanning six continents. Diners are required to provide their own food, tables, chairs and tablecloths. Only a select number of participants who have previously signed up are made privy to the location the day of the dinner, and generally converge in an iconic urban location.
10% off for museum members at the Supporter, Curator, Historian, Patron, and Benefactor Levels with code benb2026. Want to become a member? Click HERE!
Ticket sales close Friday, August 8!

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Genealogy Saturday
2026-09-05 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-11-07 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-05 08:00 - 11:00 | VA
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 of each month. Carol and Don will be on hand to assist you as you explore your family tree. They will be able to demonstrate starting your family tree or help you conduct a deeper dive into specialized areas of genealogy. Come with questions about research and discovering your roots or come with no knowledge of your family and let them guide you. Just Come! Free and open to the public. For helpful family tree templates, visit our Genealogy Page.

Blues, Brews & BBQ
2026-09-19 12:00 - 17:00 | St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall, 203 Gilbert Street, Blacksburg, VA, 24060
Mark your calendar for our annual Blues, Brews, & BBQ event on Saturday, September 19 at St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall, a nationally recognized historic landmark that once served as the social center of New Town, a neighborhood for Black residents during segregation.

JoJo Stockton, Seedpicker, and Lady D will join us this year!

Free of charge – $10 donation suggested.

Thank you to our Stage Sponsor, National Bank of Blacksburg!
