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Southwest Virginia Museum
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    10 West First Street
    Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
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    276-523-1322 (Park office)
    800-933-7275 (Reservations)
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    Big Stone Gap
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Due to COVID-19, the museum is closed. Poplar Hill Cottage is open and available for rental.  

Dedicated in 1948, the Southwest Virginia Museum in Big Stone Gap chronicles the exploration and development of the region. The museum houses a collection of items from the region. The collection was started by C. B. Slemp, who served in Congress from 1907 to 1923 and was President Coolidge’s personal secretary.

A lovely Victorian parlor in the four-story mansion is available to rent for meetings and other small gatherings. The gift shop features many one-of-a-kind items. The quaint Poplar Hill Cottage is available for overnight accommodations. Special events include A Stitch in Time: Quilt Show in April through May 31, the Fall Antique Appraisal, and the Festival of Trees in mid-November through Dec. 31. You’ll find it at (Alt. Route 58), just off Route 23 in Big Stone Gap.

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Southwest Virginia - Heart of Appalachia

Last Updated: 08/20/2020

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    Southwest Virginia Museum Cottage
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    Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
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    Southwest Virginia Museum Park Museum Shop
    10 West First Street
    Big Stone Gap, VA 24219

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