African-American Heritage Museum
Phone
276-625-0042

Our New Children's Library Showcases Achievements of African Americans. Photos, Stories and Memorabilia tell a History of African American Education in Wythe County. Free Admission, Donations Appreciated A non-profit community organization was established in 2000 to preserve the historic Wytheville Training School. The school was constructed in 1882 for African American children and was in operation until 1952.

Address
410 E. Franklin Street
Wytheville, VA 24382
Hours M-F
Monda -Thursday 2-7 p.m.
Hours Sat-Sun
Closed
Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum
Phone
276-223-3484

Come visit the birthplace and childhood home of First Lady Edith Bolling Wilson. Born and raised in Wytheville, Edith Bolling Wilson is a descendant of Pocahontas and the only Appalachian-born First Lady. As one of only eight historic sites across the country dedicated to the interpretation of a First Lady, the museum tells the story of the overlooked, yet vitally important role Edith Bolling Wilson played in the White House at a pivotal moment during World War I.

Address
145 E. Main Street
Wytheville, VA 24382
Hours M-F
Closed Mondays Tues-Thurs April-Oct 10AM-4PM
Hours Sat-Sun
Sat April-Oct 10AM-2PM
Thomas J. Boyd Museum
Phone
276-223-3330

The Boyd Museum provides an opportunity to learn about the history of the people and places of Wythe County. The museum's collection includes Wytheville's first fire truck, c-1855, early farming equipment and tools, military uniforms, Civil War displays, photographs of early schools and churches and artifacts from the mining industry.

Address
295 Tazewell St
Wytheville, VA 24382
Hours M-F
Wednesday-Friday 10-4 (OR BY APPOINTMENT)