There is so much to explore in Martinsville-Henry County, Virginia!
History...
- Discover the rich history of Martinsville-Henry County or research your family genealogy
at the Bassett Historical Center. - Step back in time on the "Walking Tour of Historic UpTown Martinsville". On your journey you'll visit the Historic Henry County Courthouse Heritage Center & Museum.
- To discover more about African American history visit the museum at the Fayette Area Historical Initiative (FAHI).
- History is the building blocks of our community. The town of Fieldale is an example of how our history was built. As you enjoy a self-guided "Walking Tour of Historic Fieldale" you'll visit a quaint mill community built in 1919 by Marshall Field and Company. Whose claim to fame was the Marshall Field's Department Store, which is now called Macy's.
- Visit the Virginia Museum of Natural History, which houses one of the state's most extensive collections of natural and cultural history.
Free guides for the walking tours mentioned above are available at the Visitor Center.
Music...
Traditional mountain music is an integral component of community celebrations and holiday
festivities throughout this region. Fiddle bands play at molasses makings and at small-town festivals; singers gather to perform hymns and have dinner on the grounds; and residents of these southern communities gather at venues to enjoy traditional music played by their friends and next-door neighbors. The neighboring communities of Patrick and Henry Counties chose to use the name of Patrick Henry when they were establishing their county names. Yes that's right Patrick Henry, a famous fiddler and orator of the American Revolution, whose call for liberty or death resounded across the land had a positive influence on both communities even today. Both continue to carry on the traditional bluegrass and old time music at unique jam sessions.
- Billy's Flea Market near the little town of Bassett hosts a jam session and dance called the Jamboree every Thursday evening and Sunday afternoon year-round.
- Visitors to the village of Fieldale can stop by on Friday afternoons for a Mountain Music Jam at Fieldale Antiques.
- Take in an evening of traditional music at the Historic Spencer Penn Centre and don't miss the monthly show at The Rives Theatre in Martinsville Uptown.
Art... 
Aside from traditional music you can also observe local artists at work or sign up for a class to craft
your own creation at the Southern Virginia Artisan Center Gallery or Studio 107. Visit either location in Martinsville UpTown for unique gifts and one-of-a-kind crafts created by local and regional artists.
- Piedmont Arts offers exhibitions of local to international scope, as well as classes and a Performing Arts Series.
- Visit Theater Works Community Players at the Black Box Theatre to enjoy live stage performances showcasing local and regional talent.
- In 2011, join us as we Celebrate 50 Years of Art in Southern Virginia
Come visit us soon to explore for yourself. Remember... you can't spell MARTinsville without ART!
