Historic Smithfield

10/16/2026

Tonight's the night. Grave Matters starts at 6:30 at the Pavilion. Bring a blanket, bring a friend, and come hear some stories from the mountains that are best told by firelight.

It's your last chance to get a ticket! https://www.historicsmithfield.org/events/grave-matters2026

10/15/2026

Tonight! 🧹 Broom Workshop with Gabriella the Garden Sage, 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Pavilion. Come craft a broom from dried flowers, grasses, and herbs.

And if you're feeling the fall spirit, come back tomorrow night for Grave Matters: Folklore. Horror. One Unforgettable Night. Two evenings, one very good October weekend. 🎃

Save your seat! https://www.historicsmithfield.org/classes/p/broom-workshop-with-gabriella-the-garden-sage

10/14/2026

Last chance to get tickets! 🍂🕯️

Two cozy, spooky-season evenings are happening at the Pavilion at Historic Smithfield this week, and there is still time to join us.

🧹 Broom Workshop with Gabriella the Garden Sage
Thursday, October 15, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
Craft your own broom from dried flowers, grasses, herbs, and seasonal botanicals. Feel free to bring dried plants of your own to work into your creation. Beverages will be provided.

👻 Grave Matters
Friday, October 16, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
An evening of Appalachian folklore and literary reading, with heavy hors d'oeuvres and hot beverages, including tomato soup with fresh bread from Our Daily Bread, a variety of sandwiches, a veggie platter, and of course, candy.

Both events are outdoors at the Pavilion, so dress warmly and consider bringing a blanket to cozy up under. Accessible bathrooms are available, and if you need any accommodations, please reach out to us ahead of time.

Tickets are going fast and this is your last chance to grab one. Get yours here: historicsmithfield.org/events

We hope to see you at Smithfield!

10/13/2026

Harvest & Haints at Historic Smithfield is almost here! Join us at Historic Smithfield on Saturday, October 24, from 11 AM to 3 PM for an afternoon of Appalachian and colonial autumn traditions. There’s no admission fee.

Check the graphic for the full schedule of ghost stories, musket demonstrations, cemetery tours, c***r pressing, the children’s costume contest, and Proclamation Theatre. You can also visit the blacksmith and the militia encampment, see the TAVA quilt exhibition, try candle dipping and mask making, and browse local vendors.

Two ponies will be visiting thanks to the generosity of the Linkous-Kipps Historical House. There won’t be pony rides, but you’re welcome to stop by and give them a pet.

A big thank you to our sponsors, the Friends of St. Luke, Odd Fellows & Household of Ruth, and Brown Insurance, for helping make the day possible.

📍 1000 Merry Oak Way, Blacksburg
🕚 Saturday, October 24, 11 AM to 3 PM
Details at historicsmithfield.org

Costumes are encouraged. We can’t wait to see you there!

10/09/2026

*Event update regarding the ponies*

Join us at Historic Smithfield on Saturday, October 24, from 11 AM to 3 PM for Harvest & Haints, an afternoon of Appalachian and colonial autumn traditions. Admission is free!

Wander the grounds and hear ghost stories, watch musket demonstrations, press fresh c***r, tour the historic cemetery, and enter the children’s costume contest at 11:30. You can also see the blacksmith at work, visit the militia encampment, and take in the TAVA quilt exhibition. There’s candle dipping, mask making, and local vendors too.

And thanks to the generosity of the Linkous-Kipps Historical House, two ponies will be visiting, and you can say hello and give them a pet. (Please note this means no pony rides, just pony pets!)

📍 1000 Merry Oak Way, Blacksburg
🕚 Saturday, October 24, 11 AM to 3 PM
🎟️ Free admission

Full schedule at historicsmithfield.org. We can’t wait to see you in your best costume!

10/09/2026

One week until Grave Matters. Friday, October 16, 6:30-8:30pm at the Pavilion. Folklore, fireside storytelling, hot drinks, and heavy appetizers, all for $25. If you haven't grabbed a ticket yet, now's the time. Link in bio.

Get a ticket soon! https://www.historicsmithfield.org/events/grave-matters2026

10/07/2026

Join us a week from tomorrow to create a one-of-a-kind broom with Gabriella the Garden Sage!

A handmade broom was never meant to be disposable. Today's mountain broommakers still cut handles from tree branches in winter and let them cure for up to a year before shaping them. Some makers will even re-broom a piece that has already seen up to 30 years of use.

Make something with that same handmade spirit this Thursday, Oct 15, 6:00 to 7:30 PM. A few spots may still be open: https://www.historicsmithfield.org/classes/p/broom-workshop-with-gabriella-the-garden-sage

10/07/2026

Calling all quilt lovers! Join us at Harvest & Haints at Historic Smithfield on Saturday, October 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a pop-up exhibit from the Textile Artists of Virginia (TAVA).

This talented group of quilters meets monthly to learn new techniques and push the boundaries of what a quilt can be. Their art quilts are wall hangings that showcase each artist's unique vision, using fabric and thread as their medium. On display will be pieces from two of the group's annual challenges, "Wild Things" and "Balance," along with additional work each artist chose to share.

While you're there, browse a small selection of items for sale, including hand-dyed silk scarves and handmade bags. Don't miss this chance to see incredible fiber art up close!

10/06/2026

Historic Smithfield and its grounds will be closed this Friday for a private rental. Thank you for understanding and we look forward to welcoming you back on Saturday!

10/03/2026

Thank you, Virginia Humanities ! 🎉

Historic Smithfield has received a $4,999 grant from Virginia Humanities for Voices of Smithfield: A Living History Initiative.

This funding will help us bring recent scholarship about the enslaved and indentured communities of Smithfield into our interpretation through new exhibit panels, display cases, and 4th grade lesson plans.

Stay tuned as the project moves forward, and watch for an exhibit reception to be announced at a later date!