WELCOME TO FRANKLIN COUNTY, one of Virginia’s fastest growing counties comprised of communities that continue to value their farms, forests, waters, and cultural heritage. You can discover and choose from a diverse selection of attractions, from outdoor adventures like boating, camping and hiking, to cultural and historic experiences such as visiting the Blue Ridge Institute at Ferrum College or catching one of the many local musical performances. We hope you get a chance to enjoy the many scenic corners of our community where every side road opens up new vistas, views, and quiet moments for those tired of crowds, long lines, and clutter.

 

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Beyond the Slave Cabin Door - A Slave Resistance Program: If you were a slave, would you attempt to run away and risk being caught and punished? What would become of your family that you left behind?
Perhaps you would stay on the plantation where you were enslaved but express your discontent discretely but effectively as you found creative ways to resist your owner? Freedom was something all slaves dreamed about and desired. Whether it was by running away or feigning illness, slaves would attempt to escape the harsh realities of the institution of slavery.
Learn a different perspective of the slave story.
Join us Saturday, February 4th at 2 pm as Park Ranger Betsy Haynes presents "Beyond the Slave Cabin Door" READ MORE >>>

Glory at the Eagle Cinema: Please join us in commemorating Black History Month as we bring to the big screen GLORY the 1989 American Drama based on the story of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. The first formal unit of the US Army made up entirely of African American men. READ MORE >>>

Mud, Wax & Water: You just don't want to see art you want to experience art! Come to the Rocky Mount Center for the Arts during the month of February and see featured artist Midge and Dave Ovenshire. Their technique of Encaustics & Water Media will amaze you.
Special reception on Friday - February 3rd, 5 - 7 pm. Please call ahead. 540-483-1317 READ MORE >>>

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