Galax

• What is the Blue Ridge Music Center?
  • Located near Galax, Virginia, the Blue Ridge Music Center is a music venue, visitors center, and a museum.
• What does the Blue Ridge Music Center offer?
  • The center offers concerts, music-related exhibits, and programs that celebrate musicians and the living musical heritage of the Blue Ridge region.
• What is the mission of the Blue Ridge Music Center?
  • The Center’s mission is to show the region’s influence on the rich landscape of American music.
• Are there free music sessions at the Center?
  • Local musicians offer free Midday Mountain Music acoustic sessions.
• When are concerts held at the Center?
  • There are concerts at the Center’s state-of-the-art amphitheater most Saturdays during the season.
• What genres of music are featured at the concerts?
  • The concerts include bluegrass, folk, gospel, Americana, and country blues.
• What is the Roots of American Music Museum?
  • Part of the Center is the 17,000-square-foot Roots of American Music Museum that showcases the rich musical heritage of the Blue Ridge region.
• Where is the Blue Ridge Music Center located?
  • 700 Foothills Rd, Galax, VA 24333, Phone: 276-236-5309

• What is New River Outdoor Adventures?
  • If you are planning some outdoor fun in Galax, VA, New River Outdoor Adventures is the place to go.
• What water activities does New River Outdoor Adventures offer?
  • You can spend a day on the water on the beautiful New River in one of their kayaks, canoes, tandem kayaks, or river tubes.
• Are there river float options for different experience levels?
  • They have river floats for beginners, for the whole family, or for thrill-seekers.
• Does New River Outdoor Adventures offer bike rentals?
  • If you would rather hit the 57 miles of the New River Trail, they have great bikes for rent and will even provide shuttle service.
• What other services does New River Outdoor Adventures provide?
  • They also provide camping equipment, organize fishing tournaments, and sell fishing and hunting licenses.
• How does New River Outdoor Adventures enhance outdoor experiences?
  • Whatever fun you plan, they will make it more comfortable and easy.
• Where is New River Outdoor Adventures located?
  • 5785 Fries Rd, Galax, VA 24333, Phone: 276-237-8823

Attractions for Couples

• What is the Rex Theater?
  • Rex Theater is a 475-seat historic theatre in downtown Galax, Virginia.
• What happens at the Rex Theater every Friday night?
  • Every Friday night, as part of a campaign to revitalize this important cultural venue and Galax landmark, local musicians broadcast live old-time and bluegrass music concerts from the stage of the theatre to five states and the World Wide Web.
• What other events does the Rex Theater offer?
  • In addition, the 70-year-old performance art center offers vintage movie nights, Saturday concerts, and community plays.
• Is the Rex Theater available for private events?
  • The Rex is also available for special events. Non-profit groups consider it a great venue for community-oriented fundraising.
• Who owns and operates the Rex Theater?
  • The theatre is owned and operated by the City of Galax.
• Where can tickets for Rex Theater events be purchased?
  • Tickets are available at the theatre or at the Visitors’ Center across the street.
• Where is the Rex Theater located?
  • 113 E Grayson St, Galax, VA 24333, Phone: 276-236-0329

• What is the Matthews Living History Farm Museum?
  • The Matthews Living History Farm Museum is a circa 1900, 21-acre working farm near Galax, Virginia, operated by a local non-profit organization.
• What is the goal of the museum?
  • The goal of the museum is to bring the history of the region to life through activities and common practices in Grayson County in the early 1900s, as demonstrated at the farm.
• What activities can visitors experience?
  • The activities include gardening, blacksmithing, wood carving, food preservation, quilting, chair caning, soap making, and even driving horses or oxen. Visitors can also try spinning fine thread and much more.
• Why are these activities significant?
  • Most of these activities are the dying arts of the region that the organization wants to preserve.
• How is music and storytelling incorporated into the museum's events?
  • The unique, timeless, and unforgettable music of the region is usually incorporated in every event. The same goes for the stories of the founding families of the region.
• What exhibits and artifacts are featured at the museum?
  • The Museum features a range of historic artifacts, tools, equipment, methods, and skills that showcase life in the early 1900s.
• What programs and events does the museum offer?
  • Visitors can enjoy various workshops, Heritage Day Events, Field Trips, Environmental Education, and a self-guided tour of the museum.
• Where is the Matthews Living History Farm Museum located?
  • 476 White Pine Rd, Galax, VA 24333, Phone: 276-236-7338

• What is Creek Bottom Brewing Company?
  • Creek Bottom Brewing Company is a popular brewery, restaurant, and craft beer company in Galax, VA, established in 2013.
• When did Creek Bottom Brewing Company expand?
  • They opened a second location in Galax in 2017.
• What types of beers does Creek Bottom Brewing produce?
  • Creek Bottom produces six year-round beers and several seasonal ales at their attached brewery and pub downtown.
• What food options are available at Creek Bottom Brewing?
  • The pub offers great wood-fired brick-oven pizza, smoked wings, handcrafted sandwiches, and delicious appetizers.
• How many beers are on tap at Creek Bottom Brewing?
  • There are 22 taps at the pub and 18 taps at their restaurant on Country Club Lane.
• Does Creek Bottom Brewing offer craft beers from other breweries?
  • Yes, Creek Bottom also offers craft beers from other breweries.
• What special events does Creek Bottom Brewing host?
  • The pub presents a range of special events such as Team Trivia, Bluegrass Jams, Open Mic, and Tap Takeovers from different breweries.
• Is live music available at Creek Bottom Brewing?
  • Yes, both the pub and restaurant offer live music featuring local talent.
• Where is Creek Bottom Brewing Company located?
  • 307 N Meadow St, Galax, VA 24333, Phone: 276-236-2337