BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260410T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260410T180000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260318T203103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T203103Z UID:10000380-1775836800-1775844000@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: Tolerance Poster Project DESCRIPTION:The Tolerance Project is a traveling poster show initiative\, a bold enterprise founded and curated by artist-activist Mirko Ilic. The show features posters by prominent artists from around the world whose only direction is to illustrate the word “tolerance” in their native language. \nThis April\, galleries and businesses throughout Blacksburg will unite to display Tolerance posters from many of these designers. The XYZ Art Gallery will also feature work by Graphic Design students in Meaghan Dee’s Advanced Typography class. Each gallery features unique works\, so please join us in visiting all locations. \nThe gallery crawl on April 10 includes BMCF’s gallery at the Alexander Black House\, Bird Block Studios\, Miller off Main\, The Lyric Theatre\, and XYZ Art Gallery. \nShow runs April 7 – April 30 at BMCF. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/exhibit-opening-tolerance-poster-project/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Tolerance-Instagram-1_use.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260411T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260411T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T174731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T215556Z UID:10000314-1775916000-1775923200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Market Jam at the Museum DESCRIPTION:Market Jams at the Museum are back for the cold (and fluctuating!) weather months in 2026! This jam will feature Kyler Stanley on fiddle with the Chestnut Blight Chasers. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/market-jam-at-the-museum-9/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Music-Jams-Website-1920-x-900-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260416T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260416T173000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260316T230409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T194615Z UID:10000379-1776360600-1776360600@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Speaking Engagement: The Past\, Present\, and Future of Rail in Montgomery County DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 16 for a presentation by Bruce Harper and Ray Smoot on railroad history in Blacksburg and the surrounding county. Bruce Harper will discuss how the rail served troops during the Civil War\, helped with coal transport\, connected remote communities to Virginia Tech\, and how it was converted from rail to trail. In addition to our rich train history\, we will get an update from Ray Smoot on the thirteen-year initiative to bring passenger rail service back to our community. \n\nBruce Harper retired from Virginia Tech after serving for 37 years in several departments. He was the Virginia Tech webmaster until he retired. He is a local historian and author\, with articles published in Virginia Tech Magazine and The Arrow\, the publication of the Norfolk & Western Historical Society. \nRay Smoot retired as CEO of the Virginia Tech Foundation\, Inc. He is vice chair of the Commonwealth Transportation Board. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/the-past-present-and-future-of-rail-in-montgomery-county/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/svg+xml:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Facebook-2.svg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260324T010319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T010403Z UID:10000382-1776513600-1776517200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Artist Talk with Savannah Penven DESCRIPTION:Join Savannah Penven for an artist talk exploring her creative practice and the development of her solo exhibition at Main Street Inn. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/artist-talk-with-savannah-penven/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Artist-Talk_-Penven.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260423T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000323-1776945600-1776949200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-04-23/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260425T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260327T104637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T104637Z UID:10000384-1777125600-1777132800@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Spring Sing & Strum: Uke-led Jam with Ash Devine DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring with us for another fun uke-led jam! All stringed instruments\, singers\, and observers are welcome. Request song charts at bookashdevine@gmail.com. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/spring-sing-strum-uke-led-jam-with-ash-devine/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Instagram.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260430T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260430T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260327T023948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T143534Z UID:10000383-1777575600-1777584600@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Movie Screening: Pulling Threads DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a student\, parent\, teacher or community member\, you won’t want to miss this special film screening opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery and reflection\, woven through powerful threads of personal stories\, self-determination and authentic portrayals of disability. \n\n\n\nHosted in collaboration with the I’m Determined Center at James Madison University. \n\n\n\nView the trailer HERE \nWritten by Alex Kent & Patrick Fitzgerald\nDirected by Patrick Fitzgerald\nProduced by Alex Kent\, Patrick Fitzgerald\, Jesse Rodriguez\, Kendal Swartzentruber \nStarring:\nChloe Sutterfield\nAlex Jesus Burgos\nAriana Caldwell\nHavon Baraka \nPLEASE NOTE *This film portrays the realities of teenage and young adult life and the challenges and tensions that can arise within relationships. Families are encouraged to consider the maturity of its themes for younger\nviewers.* \nMovie starts at 7:30pm\, but you are encouraged to come at 7:00pm for snacks and refreshments. \nRSVP below for this free screening! The event is capped at 50. If full\, please email info@blacksburghistory.org to be added to a waitlist.   URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/movie-showing-pulling-threads/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Facebook-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260502T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T173730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T173913Z UID:10000239-1777726800-1777737600@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Genealogy Saturday DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/genealogy-saturday-10-2/2026-05-02/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Genealogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Copy-of-Website-Membership-Infographic-1640-×-700-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260507T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260507T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000324-1778155200-1778158800@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260509T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260509T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T174829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T215648Z UID:10000315-1778335200-1778342400@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Market Jam at the Museum DESCRIPTION:Market Jams at the Museum are back for the cold (and fluctuating!) weather months in 2026! This jam will feature Mike Gangloff on fiddle with Eight Point Star. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/market-jam-at-the-museum-10/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Music-Jams-Website-1920-x-900-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260513T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260513T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260414T155913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T155913Z UID:10000385-1778697000-1778704200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Cayambis String Quartet Concert DESCRIPTION: URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/cayambis-string-quartet-concert/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cayambis-Quartet-event.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260521T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260521T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000325-1779364800-1779368400@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-05-21/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260604T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260604T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000326-1780574400-1780578000@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-06-04/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260606T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T172035Z UID:10000230-1780747200-1780765200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:New Town Festival Gospel Sing DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 9th annual Gospel Sing\, part of our New Town Festival Series\, Saturday\, June 6 from 12:00 to 5:00pm. \nSchedule and details will be updated soon! \nThis is a FREE event\, though donations are encouraged. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/new-town-festival-gospel-sing-3/ LOCATION:St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall\, 203 Gilbert Street\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060 CATEGORIES:Events,St. Luke and Odd Fellows Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Gospel-Sing-Website-FB-1920-x-900-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260606T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T173730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T173913Z UID:10000240-1780750800-1780761600@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Genealogy Saturday DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/genealogy-saturday-10-2/2026-06-06/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Genealogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Copy-of-Website-Membership-Infographic-1640-×-700-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260618T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000327-1781784000-1781787600@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-06-18/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260702T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260702T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000328-1782993600-1782997200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-07-02/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260704T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260704T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T173730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T173913Z UID:10000241-1783170000-1783180800@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Genealogy Saturday DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/genealogy-saturday-10-2/2026-07-04/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Genealogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Copy-of-Website-Membership-Infographic-1640-×-700-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000329-1784203200-1784206800@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-07-16/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260730T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260730T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000330-1785412800-1785416400@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-07-30/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260801T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260801T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T173730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T173913Z UID:10000242-1785589200-1785600000@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Genealogy Saturday DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/genealogy-saturday-10-2/2026-08-01/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Genealogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Copy-of-Website-Membership-Infographic-1640-×-700-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260813T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260813T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000331-1786622400-1786626000@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-08-13/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260822T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260219T165811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T192622Z UID:10000374-1787425200-1787436000@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Blacksburg en Blanc DESCRIPTION:Blacksburg en Blanc Returns on August 22! \nPurchase your ticket now for this elegant picnic and fun community event! The concept is simple and will be the same as in years past. \n\n\nWe provide:*a professional tent on our lawn with cafe lighting*tables*tablecloths*chairs*a few table decorations (we also encourage your creativity in bringing your own!)*music entertainment from the Nickel’n Dimers*a silent auction – proceeds benefit the various programming that our foundation brings to our community*trash cans and indoor restrooms \nYou provide for yourself or your group:*food*alcoholic and/or non-alcoholic drinks*cutlery*napkins*think about a picnic in the woods – you pack it in\, you pack it out \n\n\nTHE HISTORY of Dîner en Blanc:\n\nThe Dîner en Blanc (“Dinner in White” in French) 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. \n10% off for museum members at the Supporter\, Curator\, Historian\, Patron\, and Benefactor Levels with code benb2026. Want to become a member? Click HERE! \n\n\n Showing 1 – 1 of 1 results Showing all 1 results Showing the single result No results found Sort by Price low to high Sort by Popularity Sort by Rating Sort by Price low to high Sort by Price high to low Sort by Newness Sort by Name A - Z Sort by Name Z - A Filters Sort results Reset Apply ImageNameDescriptionPriceQuantityAdd to cart Blacksburg en Blanc 2026We will have you and any guest on our master list\, so there is no need for a physical ticket. Please bring your electronic ticket just in case! $30.00 Max: Min: 1 Step: 1 Add to cart URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/blacksburg-en-blanc-2026/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Blacksburg-en-Blanc-1920-×-1080-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260827T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000332-1787832000-1787835600@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-08-27/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260905T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T173730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T173913Z UID:10000243-1788613200-1788624000@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Genealogy Saturday DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/genealogy-saturday-10-2/2026-09-05/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Genealogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Copy-of-Website-Membership-Infographic-1640-×-700-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260910T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260910T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000333-1789041600-1789045200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-09-10/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260209T235833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T153340Z UID:10000372-1789819200-1789837200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Blues\, Brews & BBQ DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nJoJo Stockton\, Seedpicker\, and Lady D will join us this year!\n\nFree of charge – $10 donation suggested. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/blues-brews-bbq-4/ LOCATION:St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall\, 203 Gilbert Street\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060 CATEGORIES:Events,St. Luke and Odd Fellows Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Save-the-Date-FB-Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000334-1790251200-1790254800@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-09-24/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T173730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T173913Z UID:10000244-1791032400-1791043200@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:Genealogy Saturday DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/genealogy-saturday-10-2/2026-10-03/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Genealogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Copy-of-Website-Membership-Infographic-1640-×-700-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T120923 CREATED:20260104T172245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T175437Z UID:10000335-1791460800-1791464400@blacksburgmuseum.org SUMMARY:16 Squares Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy request\, as an add-on\, can also tour St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall. \nPlease RSVP by email to info@blacksburghistory.org. Tours limited to 15 people. URL:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/event/16-squares-walking-tour-16/2026-10-08/ LOCATION:Alexander Black House\, 204 Draper Rd SW\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States CATEGORIES:16 Squares ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blacksburgmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/16-squares-copy-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR