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Looking to add to your Martinsville Speedway trip? 

Elliot Engel at Piedmont Arts

Dr. Elliot Engel and his crowd-favorite lectures return to Martinsville

Doubt, A Parable: Unveiling the Mysteries of Doubt and Suspicion at St. Nicholas

Doubt, A Parable: Unveiling the Mysteries of Doubt and Suspicion at St. Nicholas

The TheatreWorks Community Players are thrilled to present a thought-provoking and gripping theatrical experience with their upcoming production of "Doubt, A Parable." This Tony Award-winning play, written by John Patrick Shanley in 2005, takes audiences on a compelling journey through a world filled with uncertainty, moral dilemmas, and the power of doubt.

Piedmont Arts Arts Festival

Inaugural Arts Festival to take place at Piedmont Arts

Dance Espanol in Henry County Schools

Dance Espanol empowers students through dance and language arts

Savory September - Buon Appetito!

Piedmont Arts celebrates the culture and food of Italy at Savory September

Pollinator Path Update

Pollinator Path Update

Piedmont Arts Pollinator Path in bloom with possibilities

TheatreWorks Presents a One-Act Play Festival

TheatreWorks Presents a One-Act Play Festival

Ready to see your name in LIGHTS? Well, maybe save on your bus ticket to Broadway for now, and get your feet wet by writing, producing, and (maybe) starring in your very own original one-act play!

TheatreWorks in Uptown Martinsville has announced an upcoming One-Act Play Festival set for Spring 2024. They’re inviting playwright enthusiasts to submit an original concept in the form of a one-act play to be performed during the festival.

Make Some Noise Open Mic Series

Make Some Noise open mic series to launch at Piedmont Arts

Blueways and the Blue Ridge: Why a Visit to Philpott Lake is a Must

Blueways and the Blue Ridge: Why a Visit to Philpott Lake is a Must

Cradled by the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge, Philpott Lake might just be the most spectacular body of water in Virginia. Located just northwest of the town of Martinsville, the 3,000-acre lake spreads into Franklin, Henry, and Patrick counties, framed by 7,000 acres of mixed hardwood forest. Besides the beautiful scenery, the lake is studded with nearly a dozen parks and recreation areas, offering an enticing buffet of Blue Ridge adventures.

The Great Outdoors in MHC

The Great Outdoors in MHC

Explore the many ways to explore the great outdoors in Martinsville-Henry County

Double Down For the Arts Fundraiser

Double Down For the Arts Fundraiser

Help the arts win big at “Double Down for the Arts” fundraiser

Rooster Walk 13 Ticket Price Increase + Low Inventory

Get Your Tickets! Many ticket options are now in LOW INVENTORY and ticket prices increase on Monday, May 1st!

Picnicking Around MHC

Picnicking Around MHC

Spring brings new opportunities to picnic with your family throughout Martinsville-Henry County!

Piedmont Arts' Summer Camps

Creativity and fun abound at Piedmont Arts’ 2023 summer camps

Reptile Festival to slither into Virginia Museum of Natural History Friday, April 21 and Saturday, April 22

Event to feature some of the most iconic reptiles on the planet, live shows, and a wide variety of festival activities.

Riddick Dance in Residency at Piedmont Arts

Riddick Dance’s thought-provoking residency in Martinsville and Henry County

Itching to Get in the Garden?

Itching to Get in the Garden?

Have you botany plants lately? Find flower, plants, and more at these local farms and markets in Martinsville-Henry County, VA! 

Earth Day Family Day at Piedmont Arts

Earth Day Family Day at Piedmont Arts

Earth Day celebration and Pollinator Path ribbon cutting to be held at Piedmont Arts

Riddick Dance at Piedmont Arts

Riddick Dance at Piedmont Arts

Riddick Dance to present a contemporary dance performance at Piedmont Arts

Time is Running Out for Opening Party Tickets

Time is Running Out for Opening Party Tickets

Don’t delay on Season Passes for 2023 Rives on the Road Series!

Rooster Walk 13 Final Band Announcement

Rooster Walk 13 Final Band Announcement

Nineteen band additions complete lineup for Rooster Walk 13 

MHC for Gamers & Collectors

MHC for Gamers & Collectors

Gamers and collectors, come on down to MHC 

12 Days of Christmas

12 Days of Christmas

VisitMartinsville launched a holiday shopping initiative in efforts to promote the opportunity to support our local craftspeople and venues this holiday season. We are highlighting products made in Martinsville-Henry County and local experiences that can be enjoyed with visiting family and friends this season.

Fab Lab Classes for November 2022

Fab Lab Classes for November 2022

Family Days & Community Classes at the Fab Lab

VisitMartinsville Launches New Mobile App and Widget

VisitMartinsville Launches New Mobile App and Widget

App available for download on iOS and Android devices

Virginia Museum of Natural History receives over $37,000 in grant funding from Institute of Museum and Library Services for Scope it Out

Virginia Museum of Natural History receives over $37,000 in grant funding from Institute of Museum and Library Services for Scope it Out

Virginia Museum of Natural History receives over $37,000 in grant funding from Institute of Museum and Library Services for Scope it Out! initiative, new microscopy lab

Franks + Dranks & Upcoming Events at Piedmont Arts

Franks + Dranks & Upcoming Events at Piedmont Arts

Franks + Dranks and Upcoming Events at Piedmont Arts

Uptown First Friday Sponsored by Historical Society

Uptown First Friday Sponsored by Historical Society

Historical Society to Sponsor Uptown First Friday

The Secrets of the Smith

The Secrets of the Smith

By Brian Williams & VisitMartinsville 

Virginia Museum of Natural History's first-ever Wildlife Festival set for Saturday, June 18

Virginia Museum of Natural History's first-ever Wildlife Festival set for Saturday, June 18

Celebration of Earth's wildlife to feature a wide variety of live animals and specimens from the museum's scientific collections 

Historical Society to Sponsor Uptown First Friday

Historical Society to Sponsor Uptown First Friday

The Martinsville-Henry County Historical Society will sponsor Uptown First Friday.

Mural May

Mural May

Learn the stories behind the murals and the artists who created them! 

Piedmont Arts Heads to DPAC for Hamilton

Piedmont Arts Heads to DPAC for Hamilton

Piedmont Arts’ Bus to Broadway Heads to DPAC for 'Hamilton'

April Happenings at Spencer-Penn Centre

April Happenings at Spencer-Penn Centre

Upcoming April events at the Spencer Penn Centre!

Fiddlin' Earl White Brings Old-time Tunes to Piedmont Arts

Fiddlin' Earl White Brings Old-time Tunes to Piedmont Arts

Earl White Stringband to perform in galleries, April 7

Black History Month Events and Exhibits in Martinsville-Henry County

Black History Month Events and Exhibits in Martinsville-Henry County

Black History Month Events and Exhibits in Martinsville-Henry County.

Save the Dates in 2022

Save the Dates in 2022

As the New Year approaches, take a moment to plan to VisitMartinsville for some of our most exciting events that you sure don’t want to miss.

TheatreWorks presents "An O.Henry Christmas"!

TheatreWorks presents

TheatreWorks presents "An O.Henry Christmas"!

Best of the Blue Ridge 2022

Best of the Blue Ridge 2022

WHO IS THE BEST IN THE BLUE RIDGE? 

Tourism Updates 9/21/21

The Martinsville – Henry County Visitor Center (VisitMartinsville) first priority is the safety and health of its visitors, residents, industry partners, and team. While the risk of contracting COVID- 19 is low, we are carefully following the guidelines of the US Department of State and the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) and our local health department authorities.

Martinsville Speedway to Feature the Best of the Best Late Model Stock Drivers in the ValleyStar Credit Union 300 on Sept. 24-25

Martinsville Speedway to Feature the Best of the Best Late Model Stock Drivers in the ValleyStar Credit Union 300 on Sept. 24-25

Josh Berry of JR Motorsports to Compete for Second Straight Victory in the Nation’s Biggest, Richest & Most Prestigious NASCAR Late Model Stock Car Race. Virginian Peyton Sellers Continues Quest for his First Victory in Prestigious Event & Fourth Virginia Triple Crown Title.

Rosie's Game Room Now Open

Rosie's Game Room Now Open

Located in the Quality Inn - Dutch Inn 

Let us Tail You About Something New!

Let us Tail You About Something New!

Introducing the new Smith River Paw Park 

Franks and Dranks Returns July 9

Franks and Dranks Returns July 9

Piedmont Arts hosts cook out-themed party in Art Garden

Fishing Fever in MHC Fishing Campaign

Fishing Fever in MHC Fishing Campaign

Visit Martinsville announces their Fishing Fever in MHC Fishing Campaign just in time for Free Fishing Days in Virginia.

Team #VisitMartinsville Enjoyed a Super Fun Run

Team #VisitMartinsville Enjoyed a Super Fun Run

Miles in Martinsville hosted the annual Super Fun Run around Lake Lanier on Saturday, May 8th and the girls of Team #VisitMartinsville had a blast!

National Travel and Tourism Week Is May 2nd - 8th, 2021

National Travel and Tourism Week Is May 2nd - 8th, 2021

National Travel and Tourism Week 2021 spotlights the collective strength of the U.S. travel industry.

Martinsville Speedway & God’s Pit Crew Partner to Host Food Box Distribution Event on April 7 2021

Martinsville Speedway & God’s Pit Crew Partner to Host Food Box Distribution Event on April 7 2021

Jeb Burton of Kaulig Racing & Mercy Crossing to Join Event to Distribute Farmers to Families Food Boxes to Henry County Residents.

Virginia Museum of Natural History Named Finalist for 2021 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service

Virginia Museum of Natural History Named Finalist for 2021 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service

National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that demonstrate significant impact in their communities

Spring 2021 Statement from Martinsville Speedway President Clay Campbell

Spring 2021 Statement from Martinsville Speedway President Clay Campbell

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam Announced Increased Limits for Sports & Entertainment Venues in the Commonwealth

Watercolor Exhibits Opening at Piedmont Arts

Watercolor Exhibits Opening at Piedmont Arts

American Watercolor Society, Jane Iten Memorial and Water Ladies on display

Exhibit Closing Reception Feb. 26 at Piedmont Arts

Exhibit Closing Reception Feb. 26 at Piedmont Arts

Ansel Adams: Compositions in Nature, I Am…, Virginia: Changing Topographies

Sweets, Treats & Eats for Your Valentine

Sweets, Treats & Eats for Your Valentine

We've created a list of sweets, treats, and eats that are sure to impress your valentine this February

Fishing Fever In Martinsville-Henry County

Fishing Fever In Martinsville-Henry County

Virginia Is for Lovers, and Martinsville-Henry County is for Fishing Lovers.

Piedmont Arts Hosts Virtual Family Day

Piedmont Arts Hosts Virtual Family Day

Free event features story time, crafts, performance by Virginia Repertory Theatre

Guys Weekend In MHC

Weekends are for the boys, and Martinsville-Henry County is the perfect place to spend that valuable comradery time.

Lattes & Llamas

I love my coffee and I love animals. How about you? Well, if you answered yes and you are looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday, just grab a coffee and head to the ranch!

 

 

Local Groups Donate Time and Cheer to Piedmont Arts

Local Groups Donate Time and Cheer to Piedmont Arts

Boys & Girls Clubs, the Martinsville Garden Club and the Garden Study Club donated their time this week to bring some holiday cheer to Piedmont Arts.

 

Patriot Players Present Charlie Brown LIVE

Patrick Henry Community College’s performing troupe, the Patriot Players are bringing live theater back with You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown. Theater lovers and Charlie Brown fans can catch the live show in-person at PHCC’s Drive-In Theater or virtually via a live stream at 7PM on November 19 – 21 and at 2PM on Sunday, November 22.

New Art Classes at Piedmont Arts Nov. 2020

Explore new art forms, mediums and techniques with a fresh slate of art classes at Piedmont Arts. The museum is offering in-person classes for a limited number of attendees, as well as a new virtual watercolor class that will take place online via Zoom. Social distancing and masks are required at all in-person classes.

Limited Edition RW Merch On Sale Until Nov. 17th!

Limited edition Rooster Walk merch on sale until Nov. 17th!

Upcoming Events at Piedmont Arts Nov. 2020

Christmas Tree Lighting

Thursday, December 3 • 5 pm • Gravely-Lester Art Garden

Chase Elliott Wins Xfinity 500

Chase Elliott Wins Xfinity 500

It was all or nothing Sunday for Chase Elliott at Martinsville Speedway in the penultimate NASCAR Cup Series Playoff race, Xfinity 500. In a “must-win” situation to advance to next weekend’s Championship 4 to battle for the Cup title, the driver of the No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro rooted his way to the lead with 44 laps remaining and pulled away for a 6.577-second victory.

Martinsville Speedway Expands Spring Race Weekend

Martinsville Speedway Expands Spring Race Weekend

Martinsville Speedway expands the 2021 spring race weekend by hosting a NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race at night on Thursday, April 8, 2021. This will be the first Modified Tour race at Martinsville since 2010.

 

Martinsville Speedway Launch Annual Scholarship

Martinsville Speedway Launch Annual Scholarship

Martinsville Speedway will recognize the historic accomplishments of seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson by starting an annual scholarship, Jimmie Johnson Champion’s Award. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student at one of the Martinsville-Henry County Public High Schools.

NASCAR and Wynn Resorts Announce National Multi-Year Sports Betting Partnership

NASCAR and Wynn Resorts Announce National Multi-Year Sports Betting Partnership

NASCAR and WynnBET, the digital gaming division of Wynn Resorts Ltd. that is responsible for Wynn’s mobile sportsbook and casino app, announced today a multi-year national sports betting partnership. As an Authorized Gaming Operator of NASCAR, WynnBET will collaborate with NASCAR to create and promote engaging sports betting experiences for racing fans across the United States.

Clay Campbell, Martinsville Speedway President

Clay Campbell, Martinsville Speedway President

Martinsville Speedway President Clay Campbell joins dignitaries as part of pre-race ceremonies for the Xfinity 500 NASCAR Cup Series Playoff race on Sunday, Nov. 1. Campbell, President of Martinsville since 1988, was recently named a Comcast Community Champion of the Year Finalist.

 

NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Labonte Named Grand Marshal

NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Labonte Named Grand Marshal

Martinsville Speedway will welcome distinguished dignitaries as part of pre-race ceremonies for the Draft Top 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoff race on Saturday, Oct. 31 and NASCAR Hall of Fame 200 NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series Playoff race on Friday, Oct. 30.

Upcoming Events at Piedmont Arts October 2020

The Art of the Quilt

On display through January 9, 2021 • Admission Free

Quilts and quilted wearables by 42 artists from across the Southeast are on display in this biennial invitational exhibition, co-curated by master quilter Linda Fiedler and quilter Betty Blessin. Themed Anything Goes, this year's exhibition commemorates the 12th anniversary of The Art of the Quilt.

Virginia Museum of Natural History nominated for prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service

Virginia Museum of Natural History nominated for prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service

The Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) has recently been nominated by Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.) for the National Medal for Museum and Library Service. The award, presented by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), is the nation’s highest honor for institutions that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities.

Clay Campbell Recognized

Clay Campbell Recognized

Comcast announced Martinsville President Clay Campbell as a finalist for the 2020 Comcast Community Champion of the Year, an annual award created to recognize philanthropic efforts of individuals within the NASCAR industry.

Get Outdoors in MHC This Fall

Fall in MHC is perfect for getting outdoors.

September Is Self-Improvement Month

Self Improvement through relaxation and retail.

Nostalgic Nuptials

Find the perfect historic location for your wedding day in Martinsville-Henry County!

3 Vows with a View

3 Vows with a View

Martinsville-Henry County has some beautiful locations with stunning views for your upcoming wedding.

Small Town Life, Big City Fun

The arts are alive in Southern Virginia

Discover the Great Outdoors

"Not all who wonder are lost."- J.R.R. Tolkien 

Discover Bassett, Virginia

Tidbits and Trivia About this Southern Virginia Town