14 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Solitude (Blacksburg, Virginia)
· 0.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine walking the Virginia Tech campus and stumbling upon a building that's been standing since before the Civil War! That's Solitude, right here on campus. It all started around 1802, with a simple log home. Then,…
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Currie House
· 1.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be surprised! Just ahead sits a striking example of mid-century modern architecture, a style you probably wouldn't expect to find in rural Virginia.This is the Currie House, built in 1961. It was designed by…
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Smithfield (Blacksburg, Virginia)
· 1.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a minute; this spot saw the birth of two Virginia governors! Smithfield, that beautiful plantation house, was built in the 1770s by Colonel William Preston. He used it as his home and the headquarters…
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Yellow Sulphur Springs
· 3.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine vacationing at this 19th-century resort, known for its supposedly healing waters and grand architecture. Yellow Sulphur Springs was a popular destination, with records mentioning the inn as far back as the late…
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Cambria Freight Station
· 6.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building in front of you was once Cambria's lifeline to the outside world. Built around 1868, the Cambria Freight Station, also known as Christiansburg Depot, wasn't just for cargo. For nearly 40 years,…
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Old Christiansburg Industrial Institute
· 6.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This isn't just another spot on the map; it's where generations of African American students found opportunity through education. It started with the Hill School in 1885, followed by the Schaeffer Memorial Baptist…
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East Main Street Historic District (Christiansburg, Virginia)
· 6.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time as you cruise along East Main Street; you're surrounded by the stories etched into these buildings. This district is a treasure trove of late 1800s and early 1900s architecture, showcasing how…
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Kentland Farm Historic and Archeological District
· 9.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time at Kentland Farm, where layers of history are etched into the land. Built between 1834 and 1835, the brick dwelling here became the heart of a large agricultural operation. Beyond the main house, a…
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Bowstring Truss Bridge (Ironto, Virginia)
· 10.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming bridge tells a story of ingenuity and resilience. Built in 1878 by the King Bridge Company, this Bowstring Truss bridge, also called the King Tubular Arch Truss Bridge, was a marvel of its time. It…
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La Riviere (Radford, Virginia)
· 12.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second; this house has some serious history. La Riviere, sitting right here in Radford, was built by Captain Billy Ingles in 1892 and 1893. He was the great-grandson of Colonel William Ingles, a…
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Ingles Ferry
· 13.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine being on the frontier, and this river is the only thing between you and the unknown! Ingles Ferry was a vital crossing point for settlers heading west. Back in 1772, William Ingles opened a tavern here, and soon…
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Craig Healing Springs
· 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine escaping the summer heat to a mountain resort famed for its 'healing' waters. Craig Healing Springs was once *the* place to be. Founded in 1846, the resort quickly gained popularity, drawing visitors seeking…
