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1. Virginia Museum of
Natural History
This Smithsonian-affiliated
museum features award-winning
exhibits, ground-breaking scientific
research and collections, and
innovative educational programs
for all ages.
21 Starling Ave., Martinsville 3. Philpott Lake & Marina
(276) 634-4141
2. Martinsville Speedway 4. Martinsville mustangs 8. Public Art
NASCAR’s oldest and shortest Catch a few Martinsville Mustangs Explore the many area murals
track is home to five NASCAR games at Hooker Field! The and public works of art located
sanctioned races per year. Stop collegiate baseball team will keep throughout MHC, including the
by on weekdays (excluding race you entertained throughout the Gravely-Lester Art Garden. A
weeks) to walk “The Short Track!” summer. Home games feature variety of topics and mediums
340 Speedway Rd., Ridgeway theme nights, fun onfield activities, are featured including murals,
(276) 956-7200 sculptures, and more.
and multiple firework shows.
Check the VisitMartinsville.com Various addresses.
3. Philpott Lake & Marina (276) 632-8006
calendar for game listings.
Philpott Lake is a 3,000 acre-
450 Commonwealth Blvd. E., Martinsville
reservoir which offers boating, 9. MHC Heritage Center
(276) 403-5250
swimming, camping, picnicking, & Museum
biking, hunting, fishing, and 5. Piedmont Arts This museum, located in the
wildlife observation. There is also a Located in the heart of historic Henry County Courthouse,
marina which offers slips, fuel, and Martinsville’s Arts & Cultural offers exhibits on local and regional
a convenience store. District, Piedmont Arts is an award- history which change regularly so
Lake winning art museum offering there is always something new for
1058 Philpott Dam Rd., Bassett everyone to enjoy.
thought-provoking exhibitions,
(276) 629-2703 1 E. Main St., Martinsville
performing arts, and a full schedule
Marina (276) 403-5361
300 Boat Dock Rd., Bassett of art classes for all ages.
(276) 340-0485 215 Starling Ave., Martinsville 10. Uptown Pinball
(276) 632-3221
This arcade features retro and
1. Virginia Museum 6. Smith River modern games alike—all with
of Natural History Sports Complex convenient access to Uptown
Not just for sporting events, the Martinsville. Day passes are
Smith River Sports Complex boasts available to play the 100+
an EVOS playground, walking machines.
trails, a Smith River access point, a 35 E. Church St., Martinsville
(276) 224-7139
driving range, and more!
1000 Irisburg Rd., Axton 11. POURS
(276) 638-5200
Sip award-winning wines and
7. Bassett Historical locally distilled brandy.
Hamlet Vineyards
Center
405 Riverside Dr., Bassett
For those conducting family history (276) 629-2121
or historical research, the Bassett Smith River Spirits
Historical Center is a gem. Over 1317 Eggleston Falls Rd., Ridgeway
25,000 books/items are available to (276) 632-0058
the public, as are family and local
history files.
3964 Fairystone Hwy., Bassett
(276) 629-9191
www.visitmartinsville.com
12. Craft beer 15. Rooster Walk Music & 18. Smith River
Savor the sweet and tangy flavors Arts Festival Trail System
of locally brewed craft beer. This 4-day festival celebrates music, The 20 miles of trails that make up
Mountain Valley Brewing art, and the great outdoors at the Smith River Trail System offer
4220 Mountain Valley Rd., Axton the idyllic Pop’s Farm venue, just ample opportunities for biking,
(276) 833-2171
outside of Martinsville, VA. With hiking, running, and walking. You
Scuffle Hill Brewing
roughly 50 bands performing on 5 can enjoy both paved and natural-
2620 Virginia Ave., Collinsville
(276) 352-5183 different stages, an eclectic roster surfaced trails.
of great music guides the Rooster See page 15 for more information.
13. Smith River Fest (276) 632-8006
Walk experience.
Run, paddle, cast, and bike your Pop’s Farm, 675 Hobson Rd., Axton
way to fun at Smith River Fest! Held
19. Mountain Laurel Trails
(276) 455-1110
annually at the Smith River Sports Situated on 100 acres, this biking
Complex in Henry County, this
16. Spencer-Penn Centre complex provides 12 miles of
event is truly a celebration of all This historic facility offers monthly award-winning trails offering
things associated with the Smith music nights, a children’s library, varying levels of difficulty for
River and our great outdoors. Ride camps & classes, and rental spaces beginners as well as seasoned
the river, learn to fly-fish, browse for special events. You can also see bikers.
the Stanley Bowles 1927 classroom 411 Mountain Laurel Trl., Ridgeway
vendors, challenge yourself in the
(276) 340-9144
Helgramite Hustle 5K Mud Run, and school memorabilia on
and more! display throughout the building. 20. Simply Suzanne’s CAFé
1000 Irisburg Rd., Axton Don’t miss the annual Pig Cookin’ & the blue ridge
(276) 634-4640 every April featuring vendors, kids’ regional airport
14. P&HCC’s Fab Lab at the activities, music, a charity ride, and Treat yourself to lunch at Simply
Dalton Idea Center of course, delicious BBQ! Suzanne’s Café at the Blue Ridge
475 Spencer Penn Rd., Spencer
The Idea Center boasts a three- Regional Airport, and you may be
(276) 957-5757
floor, 20,520 square-foot facility that lucky enough to see a plane or
houses the Fabrication Laboratory 17. Blue Ridge Regional helicopter land or take off on the
(Fab Lab) and the Technology Library System runway.
Accelerator. A variety of classes 525 Airport Rd., Martinsville
Our local libraries offer so much
(276) 957-1142
and events such as Family Days more than books! Did you know
are scheduled at the IDEA Center that you can borrow a fishing pole
throughout the year. Check the and gear for FREE at the libraries?
VisitMartinsville.com calendar for This is just one of many little
upcoming classes and events. known surprises to be discovered
26 Fayette St., Martinsville at Blue Ridge Regional Libraries.
(276) 656-5461 310 E. Church St., Martinsville
(276) 403-5430
13. Helgramite Hustle Mud
Run at Smith River Fest
21. Beaver Creek 25. FAHI
Reservoir The Fayette Area Historical Initiative
Ready to hit the water, but don’t African American Museum and
have your own kayak or canoe? Cultural Center was created to
Enjoy a memorable and affordable collect, preserve, and interpret
day on the water with a visit to African American experiences and
Beaver Creek Reservoir, where community life in Martinsville-
you can rent a boat and lifejacket, Henry County. Exhibits highlight
on-site, to use for the day. Or bring the history and culture of more 26. Infinity Acres
your own non-gasoline powered than 100 years of African American
boat to the lake. The reservoir is history on Fayette Street.
also a great place to fish, hike, By appointment only. 29. Sportlanes
picnic, and observe nature. 211 W. Fayette St., Martinsville
Sportlanes is a retro bowling center
600 Redskin Dr., Martinsville (276) 732-3496
from 1962 offering friendly fun
(276) 656-5179
26. Infinity Acres for everyone. Spend an afternoon
22. Studio 107 & Gallery 22 If you love animals, call Infinity enjoying a few games of bowling
You can’t spell Martinsville without Acres Petting Ranch and schedule on the 18 traditional wood lanes,
art! Experience Martinsville-Henry a guided tour. Camps and featuring wood approaches. Love
County’s creative culture firsthand. workshops are offered throughout bowling? Join one of the leagues!
Studio 107 the year. You can go alpaca Sportlanes is also a fun option for
105 E. Church St., Martinsville your next birthday party.
trekking, hold a sugar glider, see
(276) 638-2107 10 Koehler Rd., Martinsville
giant tortoises, and much more.
Gallery 22 (276) 632-6060
136 Joppa Rd., Ridgeway
22 Walnut St., Martinsville
(276) 358-2378
(276) 806-7186 30. Live Theatre
27. Stonehaus Farms Martinsville-Henry County is
23. Lake Sugar Tree
This unique establishment offers home to two local theater groups
Motorsports Park
farm tours so that visitors can get offering high quality performances
This stadium-style supercross track,
an up close and personal look at throughout the year.
the first motorcross facility east of
a variety of fascinating animals TheatreWorks Community Players
the Mississippi, hosts a number of Black Box Theatre
including Nigerian dwarf milking
events throughout the year that 44 Franklin St., Martinsville
goats, llamas, donkeys, and more.
appeal to riders and fans of all ages. (276) 632-2800
400 Movie Movers E., Axton They also offer classes in skills
P&HCC Patriot Players
(276) 650-1158 such as cheese making and sell Patrick & Henry Community College
products made on site. Walker Fine Arts Theatre
24. The Sustainable By appointment. 645 Patriot Ave., Martinsville
Homestead Institute 59 Forsythia Dr., Martinsville (276) 656-0244
This non-profit organization (276) 403-2306
is committed to sustainable 31. Geocaching
development, ecological land
28. Disc Golf Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor
design, and nature reliance Wilson Park offers an 18-Hole, treasure hunting game using GPS-
education. Since their inception, 60-Par disc golf course for your enabled devices. Participants travel
the facility has offered a variety enjoyment. Visit Martinsville to a specific set of coordinates and
of classes to give students first- Parks & Recreation online for attempt to find the item that’s
hand knowledge of what it takes course review and downloadable hidden at that location. There are
to create self-enriching abundant scorecard. more than 200 treasures to find in
502 E. Church St., Martinsville
agricultural systems through the area!
(276) 632-8006
environmental connection and www.geocaching.com
ancestral skill immersion.
190 Eastridge Rd., Ridgeway
(276) 226-9104
www.visitmartinsville.com
39. Bassett Hwy 57
Cruise-In
32. Customize jewelry at
The Jeweler’s Edge
With more than 30 years of
combined experience in jewelry
repair and sales, the staff of The
Jeweler’s Edge specializes in
remounts, pearl/bead restringing,
ring sizing, chain repairs, and stone
setting. They are also Diamond
Council of America-certified in
diamonds and gemstones. Browse
their immaculate inventory, or even 34. Historic Bassett 38. Bike Barn
have them design a piece with you, Train Depot The Martinsville-Henry County
or for you. Bring your pieces and This iconic venue space, in the YMCA Bike Barn offers a FREE bike
your ideas, and create something heart of Downtown Bassett, loan program that gives everyone
unforgettable. brings history to life in an elegant the opportunity to ride the Dick
2440 B Greensboro Rd., Martinsville
way. The Bassett Train Depot was & Willie Trail in Martinsville-Henry
(276) 790-3621
completely renovated in 2019 and County. Whether you’re a guest or
33. Run a Race is now available for rent for special resident of the area, if you want
(Miles in Martinsville) events. This depot fuses historic to experience the trails and don’t
Miles in Martinsville is a challenge beauty and modern amenities to have a bicycle, stop by the Doyle
series created to support outreach create a memorable location your Street Trail Head to borrow a bike
programs of the Martinsville-Henry guests will not forget. and helmet. Open seasonally.
3536 Fairystone Park Hwy., Bassett 220 Doyle St., Martinsville
County Family YMCA. Do you have
(276) 629-6777 (276) 632-6427
what it takes to complete a local
5K, 9 miler, or even the Martinsville 35. TGIF concerts 39. Bassett Hwy 57
Half Marathon? Find details on This annual concert series held in Cruise-In
scheduled series races on the Uptown Martinsville occurs each The Bassett Highway 57 Cruise-In is
VisitMartinsville.com calendar. year during the months of June, the premier cruise-in for the area,
www.milesinmartinsville.com
July, and August. These concerts taking place on 6 different weekends
(276) 632-1772
are a summer night of fun with live from May to October. The cruise-
music, food, a beer garden, and in features hundreds of cars of all
children’s activities. makes and models from all over the
37. Small Town Eateries 65 W. Main St., Martinsville Commonwealth as well as several
(276) 632-6427
neighboring states. The events are
36. Farmers’ Markets free to the public with many food
truck options as well as music. It’s
The Collinsville Farm Market
great fun for the whole family!
(year-round), Martinsville Uptown
3525 Fairystone Park Hwy., Bassett
Farmers’ Market (seasonal), and www.bassettcruisein.com
Ridgeway Farm Market (year-
round) offer a wide variety of 40. Rosie’s game room
produce, locally made goods, Located inside the Quality-Dutch
and more. Inn in Collinsville and newly
See page 32 for more information. renovated in 2021, this venue offers
electronic casino-style games,
37. Small Town Eateries
off-track betting, and a grill with
Martinsville-Henry County hosts an
full bar. Their multiple televisions
abundant amount of “mom and
show a combination of live sporting
pop” spots to satisfy that comfort
events and horse races from tracks
food craving.
around the country.
See page 36 for more information.
2360 Virginia Ave., Collinsville
(804) 557-5709
www.visitmartinsville.com
49. Henry
County Fair
41. International Cuisine 44. The Little Post OfFIce 48. Fairy Stones
47. Camping
Martinsville-Henry County offers Built in 1893 as a postal distribution Fairy stones (staurolites) are a
cuisines from around the world that center for the Star Route. Standing natural crystal that forms in the
will satisfy any palate ranging from at just 275 square feet, The Little shape of a cross. Discover the legend
Asian, Italian, and Mexican. Post Office was built in 1893 as a and uncover your own fairy stones
See pages 36-37 for more information. postal distribution center for the hidden underground. Multiple
Star Route Delivery Postal Service locations are available for you to
42. Rives on the road
and is the last free-standing either hunt or purchase your own.
Rives on the Road offers high-quality Various addresses.
structure of its kind. Today the
musical, educational, and artistic (276) 632-8006
facility and grounds may be
programming. This volunteer-run
rented for weddings, parties, and 49. Henry County Fair
organization, which operates under
other special occasions through
the umbrella of Rooster Walk Inc., Enjoy family-friendly rides,
Piedmont Arts.
has taken the show on the road! attractions, contests, petting zoo,
207 Starling Ave., Martinsville
Patrons can continue to enjoy (276) 632-3221
and live music at this annual, multi-
the performances of high-caliber day event. And the best part? Fair
entertainers the Rives Theatre was 45. Antique Shopping food! Don’t skip out on the popcorn,
known for, just at different locations For those who love the thrill of funnel cakes, fried Oreos, and more.
finding the perfect piece that’s www.henrycountyvafair.com
in Martinsville-Henry County.
Show and performance information missing from their collection, (276) 634-4640
can be found at www.roosterwalk.com. a perfect memento from their
50. Imagination
childhood, or exactly what they Lavender Farm
43. Golf
need to complete their next
Enjoy a round of golf or take Housing approximately 1200 plants,
project, they will LOVE antiquing
a swing at the driving range of both English and French varieties,
and pickin’ in MHC.
during your visit. Surrounded Imagination Lavender Farm produces
See page 7 for more information.
by the beauty of the Blue Ridge a variety of lavender products,
Mountains, you’re sure to come 46. Massage Therapy including essential oils, that can
back for another game. Take time for yourself and enjoy be purchased in their on-site store.
Forest Park Country Club a pampering visit to one of our Visit the shop to pick up something
1821 Mulberry Rd., Martinsville area salons and spas. You’ll thank special for yourself or a loved one.
(276) 632-1711 3590 Green Hill Dr., Martinsville
yourself later!
(276) 734-2828
Smith River Sports Complex See page 33 for more information.
Driving Range
1000 Irisburg Rd., Axton 47. Camping
(276) 638-5200 Park your RV or pitch a tent and enjoy
the serenity of nature in Martinsville-
Henry County at one of our many local
campgrounds.
See page 40 for more information.
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