VisitMartinsville, under the umbrella of the Martinsville – Henry County Economic Development Corporation (EDC), serves as an information broker, partnering with more than 300 tourism-related businesses to market our community to residents and visitors alike.

We work with businesses in the hospitality sector to supplement marketing efforts and elevate the visibility of their businesses, venues, and events among tourists, group tour organizers, and event coordinators. We provide a range of tailored opportunities aimed at boosting and showcasing both new and established tourism ventures year-round.

Business Services

From business consultations to marketing opportunities, work with VisitMartinsville staff to elevate your tourism efforts, market your events, and stay up to date with professional development.

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Grants + Sponsorships

Find information on current grant and sponsorship opportunities to support your tourism business and local marketing efforts.

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2023 Economic Impact of Visitors in Virginia 
  • Tourism in Virginia generated $33.3 billion in visitor spending
  • Tourism in Virginia directly sustains 321,023 jobs
  • Tourism in Virginia provides $23.1 billion in state and local taxes
  • Virginia Tourism supported $15.2 billion in labor income

Source: 2023 Economic Impact of Visitors in Virginia, Tourism Economics

2023 Virginia Economic Impact Data Highlights

2023 Economic Impact of Visitors in Martinsville-Henry County
  • Tourism in MHC generated $72.8 million in domestic visitor spending
  • Travel-supported employees in MHC earned $22.4 million in labor income
  • Tourism in MHC provided $5.2 million in combined state & local taxes
  • Tourism in MHC directly supported 806 jobs
  • Tourism spending saved each Martinsville – Henry County household approximately $187.04 in additional state & local tax collections

Source: 2023 Economic Impact of Visitors in Virginia, Tourism Economics 

2023 Martinsville – Henry County Economic Impact Data Highlights 

2017-2023 Martinsville – Henry County Expenditures