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Monday 12pm - 4pm Tuesday 12pm - 4pm Wednesday 12pm - 4pm Thursday 12pm - 4pm Friday 12pm - 4pm Saturday 12pm - 4pm

Smyth County Museum & Historical Society

Name: Smyth County Museum & Historical Society
Address: 123 East Main Street, Marion, VA, 24354, US
Telephone: (276) 783-7286
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The Smyth County Historical Society & Museum preserves and protects the history of Smyth County, VA We showcase local artifacts related to this history.

This Smyth County Museum, operated by the Smyth County Historical and Museum Society, is located in downtown Marion. Founded in 1961, our mission is to Preserve and Protect the rich history of Smyth County, Virginia and surrounding area.

06/19/2026

We will be open 12pm-2pm today.

06/15/2026

We will be closed today. Sorry for any inconvenience!
6/15/2026

06/11/2026

Join us at the Lincoln Theatre in Marion, Virginia for a free community presentation & fundraiser, "The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." Arthur "Scrapper" Broady offers a look into two of Dr. King's most influential speeches. Donations to the Mt. Pleasant Preservation Society not required but appreciated!

06/05/2026

We’re excited to recognize Cornett Jewelers Inc. as a valued 2026 sponsor of the Smyth County Museum & Historical Society at the Bronze Level! Your generosity helps make our programs, exhibits, and events possible. Thank you for investing in preserving our shared history!

Help keep local history alive! Become a sponsor of the Smyth County Museum & Historical Society today! Annual Sponsorship opportunities are available to any business or organization that has shared interest in preserving and protecting our local history. Learn more at smythcountymuseum.org/sponsorship

Cornett Jewelers, INC
124 East Main Street
Marion, Virginia

06/04/2026

Our producers are looking for fascinating objects and the people who cherish them to appear on our new show, Appalachian Antiques & Artifacts!...
To be considered, please email [email protected]...
Be sure to include:
• A photo of your item
• A brief description of the object
• Any story or memories connected to it
• Your name and contact information...
If selected, you will be invited to bring your item for filming at our studio at Hard Rock Bristol....
Regional experts will examine your artifact and explore its history, craftsmanship, and cultural significance in Central Appalachia.

06/03/2026

Smyth County History Quest is a collaborative community program presented by the Smyth County VA250 Committee. The project brings together several local history and heritage organizations that make up the committee, working together to encourage residents and visitors to explore the places, stories, and landmarks that help tell Smyth County’s history.

Through this countywide history adventure, participants will be invited to visit participating sites, learn more about the people and events that shaped our communities, and take part in a fun, family-friendly way to connect with local history.

Smyth County History Quest is funded in part by a VA250 Marketing Grant from Virginia Tourism, helping support efforts to share Smyth County’s history as part of the larger commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary.

Stay tuned for more information about participating locations, how to join the quest, and the prizes you can earn along the way!

06/02/2026

Due to a conflict with scheduled appointments and meetings, we will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience! Please reach out to [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

06/01/2026

COMING SOON THIS SUMMER!
The Smyth County History Quest is a summer-long community adventure designed primarily for children and families to explore the rich history of Smyth County in a fun and
interactive way.

Participants travel to museums, historic sites, cemeteries, and landmarks throughout the county, collecting stamps or special “quest words” at each stop as they complete their Explorer’s Guide. Along the way, participants are encouraged to share photos of their
journey on social media for chances to win weekly prizes, while completed guides can be entered for a Grand Prize drawing at the end of the summer.

The program is intended to encourage families to get out into the community, visit local museums and historic sites, and discover the stories, places, and heritage that make Smyth County unique.

Historic Locations Include:
• Smyth County Museum & Historical Society
• The Museum of the Middle Appalachians
• Settlers Museum of Southwest Virginia
• The Octagon House Foundation
• Mt. Pleasant Preservation Museum
• H.L. Bonham House Tourism Center (Chamber of Commerce of Smyth County, Inc.)
• Additional historic locations throughout Smyth County

How It Works:
1. Pick up a free Explorer’s Guide at participating locations.
2. Visit participating historic locations across Smyth County while collecting stamps or special quest words at each stop.
3. Share photos of your adventure on social media for chances to win weekly prizes.
4. Return your completed guide to be entered into the Grand Prize drawing.

Get ready to explore, discover, and make history this summer! More information about the Smyth County History Quest is coming soon.

05/26/2026

Join us at the Lincoln Theatre in Marion, Virginia this Sunday May 31, 2026 at 2:00pm for The Crossing, a highly regarded A&E historical television film starring Jeff Daniels as George Washington. It depicts the desperate, pivotal 1776 Christmas night crossing of the Delaware River before the Battle of Trenton. This is part of a free film series celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American.

Address

123 East Main Street
Marion, VA
24354

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 4pm
Tuesday	12pm - 4pm
Wednesday	12pm - 4pm
Thursday	12pm - 4pm
Friday	12pm - 4pm
Saturday	12pm - 4pm

Telephone

(276) 783-7286

Website

http://smythcountymuseum.org/

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