A Wild West Town in Virginia’s Blue Ridge… During the 1880’s, the new city of Roanoke attracted a large and diverse workforce and a multitude of merchants and investors. But like the western cow towns and mining camps of the same period, the city also attracted prostitutes, professional gamblers, charlatans, and common thieves. By the […]
Come out and celebrate our 2nd Annual Town of Ridgeway Bee City Festival which will be on Saturday, May 2nd from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Learn about bees and the importance of pollinators. We will have plants for sale from various vendors to include the Magna Vista High School Horticulture Department, Rusty Joints Ranch […]
A Wild West Town in Virginia’s Blue Ridge… During the 1880’s, the new city of Roanoke attracted a large and diverse workforce and a multitude of merchants and investors. But like the western cow towns and mining camps of the same period, the city also attracted prostitutes, professional gamblers, charlatans, and common thieves. By the […]
There is no grander statement for the home, nor more coveted prize at a NASCAR race, than a Ridgeway Grandfather Clock. Will Gravely will talk about his family’s unique space […]
Park Ranger Danny Martin tells the story of how a land grant from the King of England led to the transformation of a wooded wilderness to a thriving mining boom-town. Discover the secrets, hear about the violence, and learn about a little-known contribution to the Civil War that changed naval warfare forever. Find out what […]
Experience the emotional depth of America’s involvement in World War One through a series of 45 letters from a local soldier to his wife. These frontline love letters reveal the humor, dedication, tragedy, and love of the Lost Generation while giving a fresh perspective on the conflict that, 100 years later, remains deeply personal. Come […]
