We know Southwest Virginia is a fun place to visit. We have a lot to offer from shopping, dining, and enjoying the great outdoors. Today, we wanted to share with you some great trip ideas you may not have thought of! Here's our list of 10 fun things to do in Southwest Virginia! 1. Sugar Hollow Park, Bristol Virginia Sugar Hollow is a nice little park and recreation area located just off I-81 in Bristol, Virginia. This...
Much like our traditional artisans in Southwest Virginia, our brewers are passionate about their craft. Rather you are a local brewery fanatic or looking to see what it is all about, here are 10 Reasons why you should visit a SWVA Brewery. 1. Warm and welcoming environments. Each brewery is locally and family-owned, which gives you that down-home kind of feel. Unlike many stigmas against bars, these breweries and taprooms are fun, safe, and enjoyable for...
Southwest Virginia is a unique place, full of artisans, crafters, farmers, and just about any other walk of life. With these talented and unique individuals comes some of the best shopping experiences one can imagine. Farm fresh foods, handcrafted works, locally influenced art, and culturally diverse music are among a few things you will find. Rather you are looking for that perfect keepsake for yourself or the special gift for a friend or loved one, you...
The Lincoln Theatre in Marion, Virginia is a non-profit organization specializing in theatrical arts, live music, and is home to The Song of the Mountains televised show, which showcases music and cultural heritage of Southwest, Virginia. The Lincoln Theatre was built by Charles Lincoln Sr. in the 1920s. At the time, Lincoln was the wealthiest man in Marion, Virginia and already owned a successful furniture store and hotel. Lincoln wanted to bring movies to Marion,...
John Craigie [caption id="attachment_353208" align="alignleft" width="240"] Photo credit: Bradley Cox[/caption] Music has always been close at the heart of Southwest Virginia. Country music can trace its roots right to Bristol Virginia and its legendary echoes still ring through the region on the Crooked Road. It comes as no surprise that the music scene here, nearly one hundred years later, is still vibrant and thriving. From numerous venues you can catch a live performance sprinkled throughout the region...
Molasses There are as many reasons to love Southwest Virginia as there are flowers in its mountains or fish in its rivers but a defining aspect of the region that will always linger in its heart is the beautiful culture that has blossomed here. Just passing through one of the many towns or cities in this part of the state, it would be hard not to notice the good nature and kind souls that inhabit them....
Today's virtual visit takes us to Hungry Mother State Park in "America's Coolest Hometown" Marion, Virginia. Hungry Mother State Park is a fantastic Virginia State Park located just fifteen minutes off I-81 in Marion, Virginia. Hungry Mother offers a wide variety of outdoor fun from camping, biking, hiking, picnics, boating, a beach, and much more. That park is also located right along with The Back of the Dragon roadway leading over to Tazewell, Virginia. Hungry Mother History...
Today we're taking a look into Floyd County, Virginia, and how it has helped shape and establish the music and heritage of Southwest Virginia. Floyd County is home to the Floyd Country Store, The Handmade Music School, and County Sales. Listen in as Dylan Locke tells us about these three places of interest along The Crooked Road and learn some more about Southwest Virginia musical history and heritage! Music from today's podcast is by The Twin...
We know you're itching to explore Southwest Virginia and have some fun! We have taken some time and crafted an exceptional set of itineraries just for you! No matter what type of explorer you consider yourself, we have just the right things in mind for you! Today we are kicking off our itinerary list with SWVA scenic drives! Please note some locations may be currently closed or limited due to COVID19. Be sure to check with...
Mountain biking has the power to be a major economic driver for a small city like Norton, Virginia. With the downtown limits of the city so close to trailheads, businesses there are prime stops as riders find their new destination. I chatted with Shayne Fields about how he is leading the work in Norton to develop trails around High Knob and Flag Rock. Shayne has a passion to see mountain biking become a tourism asset...