The Vinton Historical Society  invites you to tour the Upson House, home of the Vinton Museum, where thousands of historically significant artifacts reside.


The Museum has acquired more than 4,000 items for display and preservation. Exhibits include the Military Hall, Music/Church Room, School Room, Dining Room, Art Gallery, Kitchen, Children's Room, Bedroom, Business Room, and Tool Room.

The Museum also houses a vast collection of photographs from in and around the Vinton area — right in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge. 


Additionally, we keep archives of weddings, deaths, military service, churches, clubs, organizations, buildings, homes, and cemeteries. 


More than 1,000 people visit the Museum annually. 

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2024 - The year ahead 

2024 promises to be another exciting year at the Vinton History Museum. The updated annual calendar is now available here.


Please note dates for the monthly 'First Saturday' and events including Garage Sale (May 18); Annual Ice Cream Social (June 1); the annual Yard Sale (August 17), and the 'Holiday Shoppe' (October 12).

 

Volunteers will be needed for each for preparation prior to the event and on the day of the event.  If you can assist, please let Judy know.

'Thank You' to our intern, Sophia!

We will have a presentation for Sophia Maurer on Monday, January 29th, 11:00 a.m., at the Vinton History Museum.

Sophia Maurer has been doing a 'J-Term' internship at the Vinton History Museum during the month of January 2024 for Hollins University.


She has been a delight at the museum and has accomplished many beneficial tasks. You are invited to stop by and thank Sophia and wish her well in her future studies.


Memorial Bricks Available

Bricks can be purchased to honor or memorialize someone or an organization under the pergola on the lawn of the museum. Click or touch the button below to download our Memorial Brick Form.

Memory Brick Form

New Members Welcome!

Become a member today and encourage others to join! After 20-plus years, the Board of Directors increased the annual membership from $15 to $20 for individuals; lifetime individual memberships are $200; and $150 per year for businesses and organizations. Your memberships support member services programs, events, and activities offered by the Museum and contribute to the operations of the Museum. Click or touch the button below to download our Membership Form. 

Membership Form

As always, check out our gift niche!

We have unique and thoughtful gifts available through our online store,
or stop by our gift niche at the Museum and take a look!

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