The Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation is a cultural institution in the Town of Blacksburg, Virginia, that sponsors exhibits, concerts, lecture series, and other cultural activities.[1] The museum is headquartered in the Alexander Black House. The BM&CF also consists of the St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall, a museum of African-American heritage in Blacksburg.[2]
History and progress
editIn 1798, the Town of Blacksburg was laid out in a 16-square grid, which covered a 38-acre (150,000 m2) land plot bordered on four sides by Jackson, Draper, Clay and Wharton Streets. Many of the blocks now have different businesses located there, but a committee has been established to promote community awareness about the historical significance of many different locations downtown, especially the Alexander Black House.[3]
Mission
editThe mission of the Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation is to preserve, interpret and promote Blacksburg's art, history and cultural heritage.[2]
References
edit- ^ Williams, Travis (13 September 2014). "Music from the '70s and '80s takes center stage at Blacksburg museum". Roanoke Times. Retrieved 14 April 2015.
- ^ a b Town of Blacksburg
- ^ The Collegiate Times. "Blacksburg's balancing act"
External links
edit- Alexander Black House & Cultural Center - official site
- Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation - items, collections, exhibits