BM&CF's locations are currently closed to the public in response to COVID-19.  BM&CF will continue to operate virtually to provide online programming & educational resources. Staff will be available through email or phone. Thank you for your patience as we navigate this evolving situation together.
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Virginia is for Farmers

Agriculture in Southwest Virginia, Then and Now

July 8 - August 18, 2022

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We look forward to seeing you!

 

Alexander Black House

& Cultural Center

 

204 Draper Rd

Open Tuesday - Saturday

10am-4pm

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VISIT

St. Luke &

Odd Fellows Hall

 

203 Gilbert Street

Open by Appointment

 

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Upcoming Events

  • Sunset Rhythms with Kat Mills
    Fri 26 Aug
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    Aug 26, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    204 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
    Come join us on the lawn of the Alexander Black House for our summer music series “Sunset Rhythms.” Each month will feature a different musician or group. Feel free to bring snacks or a picnic and come enjoy listening to each talented artist.
  • Exhibition Reception for "Trace Elements"
    Fri 02 Sep
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    Sep 02, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Alexander Black House & Cultural Center , 204 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
    The Museum will host a reception celebrating, "Trace Elements", an Installation by artists Amanda Lechner and Michael Borowski. The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
  • Genealogy Saturdays
    Sat 03 Sep
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    Sep 03, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Alexander Black House & Cultural Center , 204 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
    Ancestry experts will be on hand to assist you as you explore your family tree. Come with questions about research and discovering your roots.
  • Watercolor Workshop ~ Pollinator Garden
    Wed 21 Sep
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    Sep 21, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Blacksburg Museum, 204 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
    This fun beginner-level workshop will walk you through the basic techniques you need to paint some of the pollinators you might find in your own backyard garden, like coneflowers, goldenrod, and black-eyed susans.
  • Blues, Brews, & BBQ
    Sat 08 Oct
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    Oct 08, 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Alexander Black House & Cultural Center , 204 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
    Join us in honoring & celebrating the history of New Town and St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall: Museum of African American Heritage with a day of music. This event is free and open to the public. There is a $5 recommended donation.