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Entertainment
Radford Fiddle and Banjo Jam
River City Grill, 103 Third Ave
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-629-2130
Web Site: www.radfordfiddle.com
Hours: Mondays 7pm- 10pm
Pick up your strings, or come for the atmosphere! With banjos, fiddles, and mandolins,
the Radford Fiddle and Banjo jam makes for a lively evening of blue grass and old
time mountain music.
Ken Farmer Auctions & Appraisals
105 Harrison St
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-639-0939
Web Site: www.kenfarmer.com
Hours: Monday through Friday 9am- 5pm
Furniture, collectibles, and historic real estate~ come see what Ken Farmer Auctions
& Appraisals has to offer. Farmer has made guest appearances on Oprah and PBS’s
Antiques Roadshow. With a polite and professional staff, his service is hard to beat.
Motor Mile Speedway
6749 Lee Hwy
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-639-1700
Web Site: www.motormilespeedway.com
April through October
Buckle up for high-speed, edge-of-your-seat, NASCAR All-American Series action with
fast cars at jaw-dropping speeds
Radford Theatre
1043 E Main St
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-639-0772
A mainstay in Radford’s historic downtown
Radford University Planetarium
E Main St
Curie Hall, Room 43
Radford, VA 24142
Local Phone: 540-831-6443
Web Site: www.planetarium.radford.edu
Hours: When RU is in session
•Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30pm
History
Ingles Farm
9 Wilderness Rd
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-267-3153
Dates available on www.visitradford.com
Travel along the Wilderness Road and hear the story of the heroic capture and escape
of Mary Draper Ingles; the inspiration for the 2004 film The Captives and the 1981
novel Follow the River
Glencoe Museum
600 Unruh Dr
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-731-5031
Web Site: www.glencoemuseum.org
Hours: Closed Mondays
•Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 4pm
•Sundays 1pm- 4pm
Visit the 19th century home of General Wharton and the daughter of Dr. Radford, for
whom the city was named. The museum also includes a rotating gallery of local art.
Mary Draper Ingles Monument
1500 Fifth St
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-267-3153 (Visitor’s Center)
A tribute to local heroine Mary Draper Ingles, built from the original chimney of her
colonial cabin
St. Albans Sanatorium
6248 University Park Dr
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-260-3111
Web Site: www.stalbans-virginia.com
Hours: Event hours vary
Explore the halls of this former mental hospital if you dare. With a long macabre
history, St. Albans is considered one of the most spiritually active places on the east
coast.
Virginia’s Civil War Trail Marker- Battle of New River Bridge
Bisset Park, Berkley Williams Dr
Picnic Shelter 3
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-267-3153 (Visitor’s Center)
Web Site: www.civilwartrails.org
Virginia’s Civil War Trail Marker- Wharton House
Radford University Museum of the Earth Sciences
Lies at the west end of Bisset Park, the Virginia & Tennessee Railroad was vital for
supplying the Confederacy with the resources of western Virginia, making it a prime
target for attack. In May 1864, a skirmish occurred at the bridge over the New River in
which the span was burned. The bridge was rebuilt within two months.
From the ancient legends of the stars to future explorations, uncover the wonders of
the universe in this 24-foot diameter planetarium
E Main St
Curie Hall, Room 143
Radford, VA 24142
Local Phone: 540-831-1171
Web Site: www.radford.edu/mes
Hours: When RU is in session
•Mondays and Wednesdays 11am- 2pm
•Tuesdays and Thursdays 2pm- 5pm
•1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month 10am- 12pm
Cultural Heritage
Annual Events
Crooked Road
Web Site: www.thecrookedroad.org
Celebrate Virginia’s heritage music trail, where America’s music was born…and lives
on
Fish Virginia First
Event
Dates
RU Winter Homecoming
March
Web Site: www.fishvirginiafirst.com
Virginia is a perfect place to cast your lines. Fish Virginia First!
New River Artisan Trail
Web Site: www.roundthemountain.org
Travel along our local New River Artisan Trail and find unique food and craft made by
local artists
New River Heritage Coalition
Web Site: www.newriverheritage.org
Local heritage sites that strive to bring a cohesive picture of the cultural heritage that
thrives along the New River
‘Round The Mountain Artisan Trail
Web Site: www.roundthemountain.org
Virginia artisan studios shops, farms, museums, unique restaurants, bed and
breakfasts, and other venues featuring locally made crafts, foods, and products of the
earth
Southwest Virginia- Authenic, Distinctive, Alive
Web Site: www.myswva.org
Crafts, food, music, and local culture in the 19 county, 4 city Southwest Virginia
Virginia’s Civil War Trail
Web Site: www.civilwartrails.org
Bunny Trail
Late March
Roosting Festival
A Celebration of Flight
Late March
Native American Heritage Festival April
NRV Brewfest
Farmer’s Market
RU Graduation
April
Saturdays,
May - October
May
June - September
Radford After 5 Concerts
May - October
Sunken Garden Sundays Outdoor
Concerts
Discover over 1,000 interpretive markers at Civil War sites across the region
Virginia Birding & Wildlife Trails
Web Site: www.dgif.virginia.gov/vbwt
Radford has four stops on Virginia’s Birding and Wildlife Trail Lower New River Loop
and is home to over 200 different types of birds throughout the year
Wilderness Road
Web Site: www.virginia.org/wildernessroad
Concerts in Bisset Park
June - July
August
Car Show in Bisset Park
July
July 4th Celebration in Bisset
Park
We invite you to blaze your own trail of discovery along the Wilderness Road and relive
America’s unique history and heritage
RU Classes begin
Riverfest
600 Unruh Dr (Glencoe Museum)
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-731-5031
Web Site: www.civilwartrails.org
August
September
NRV Chili Festival
Gabriel C. Wharton, a native of Culpeper, VA and graduate of VMI, entered military
service for the Confederacy in 1861, reaching the rank of brigadier general with the
51st Virginia in 1863. After the war, General Wharton became a keen advocate for
the development of the region.
Trail of Treats
Highlanders Festival
Unearth the mysteries underneath our planet’s crust. The Museum of the Earth
Sciences has several exhibits including a computerized earthquake scenario and
a florescent mineral display. They also sell jewelry made by the school’s geology
department.
Winter Market
a nice place to
visit or live!
October
October
October
December
Radford Visitor’s Center
600 Unruh Drive
Radford, VA 24141
www.VisitRadford.com
Conveniently located off of I-81 between exits #109
and #105, be sure and stop by our Visitor’s Center
(inside Glencoe Museum) and pick up any maps
and brochures you’ll need while you are here. We
invite you to “find it in Radford”.
Radford Visitor’s GUIDE
Native american artifacts have been found in bisset park. Fishing and hunting were
plentiful along the new river and there is evidence that a variety of tribes passed
through the area. Today, a native american marker can be found in bisset park
to honor that heritage and a native american heritage festival (pow wow) is held
annually to recognize the importance of this history.
Originally known as a teacher’s college for women, Radford University was founded
in 1910. It is celebrated for its caring faculty and intimate learning atmosphere.
The university is currently undergoing extensive renovations of its curriculum and
facilities.
The Virginia & Tennessee Railroad first came through the region in the 1850’s,
sparking the development of a depot and town known as Central. Following the
creation of the Norfolk & Western Railroad in 1881, the region and town experienced
a major boom that led to the chartering of the City of Radford in 1892.
Two centuries ago, an enterprising settler built a tavern on the Stagecoach Route
(also known as the Wilderness Road). The tavern, named Lovely Mount, was the
beginning of Radford.
Radford Visitor’s Center
600 Unruh Drive
Radford, VA 24141
www.VisitRadford.com
Visitor's Center Information
Visitors are encouraged to make their first stop in Radford
at the Visitor’s Center, 600 Unruh Dr., located inside
Glencoe Museum. Friendly volunteers are available
Tuesday - Saturday from
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1 - 4 p.m. with tour
information, maps and directions, and entertainment
schedules, along with shopping, lodging and dining
opportunities. Please contact us at 866.605.6442 or
540.267.3153 or www.VisitRadford.com.
History
Come visit our small college community in the heart of the New River Valley. Radford offers a diverse
culture and historical charm, as well as many educational opportunities. Our warm and freindly people
will make you feel welcome. With its rich history, Radford is home to two stops on the Virginia Civil War
Trail and was a key site along the Wilderness Road. The New River provides a picturesque setting and a
wealth of recreational activities for novices and experts alike. Radford University’s friendly campus hosts
contemporary performances and non-stop events that are open to the general public.
welcomes you
RADFORD
Outdoor Recreation
From riverfront strolls to the most active adventures, Radford
has something for you. Take to the river on your own with a
tube, kayak or canoe or leave it to the local experts and book
a guided fishing trip. You can also enjoy Radford’s scenic
recreational trails along the New River, winding through the
heart of the city.
With its many sports facilities, Radford is quickly becoming
known as a family friendly sports tournament destination.
Parents and teams alike can find accommodating
restaurants and shops after a game.
The Outdoors
The New River
The New River is the ideal location for fishing, tubing, canoeing, or kayaking. Boat launch
sites are located off exit 105 at the Sportsman, at Riverview Park, and Dudley’s Landing
in Bisset Park.
Claytor Lake State Park
4400 State Park Rd
Dublin, VA 24084
Toll Free Phone: 800-933-PARK
Local Phone: 540-643-2500
Web Site: www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/cla.shtml
Claytor Lake State Park
With cabins, trails, boat rentals, and camping facilities, Claytor Lake is the ideal nature
getaway.
Pete Dye River Course of Virginia Tech
Lodging
8400 River Course Dr
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-633-6732
Fax: 888-PETE-DYE
Web Site: www.rivercoursegolf.com
This 18 hole golf course has beautiful views of the New River, and a full service restaurant.
PFX Pro Fishing Expeditions
2947 Little River Dam Rd
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 866-636-6967
Web Site: www.profishingexpeditions.com
Gear up for a professional guided fishing tour on the New River. Smallmouth, walleye, and
musky fishing are all available for full day or half day as well as custom trips.
Radford Mountain Bike Park
Exit #105/ I-81
Permit required from the City Manager’s office
10 Robertson St
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-731-3603
This 100 acre gem overlooking Claytor Lake Dam is built to IMBA standards, featuring
8-10 miles of serene habitat.
Tangent Outfitters - Bisset Park
1675 New River Dr
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-731-5202
Web Site: www.newrivertrail.com
Hours: Memorial Day through Labor Day, 7 days, 11am-5pm
Weekends before Memorial Day and after Labor Day (weather permitting)
Whether it’s stand up paddleboarding, guided fishing trips, or just tubing down the New
River, Tangent Outfitters makes for a day of outdoor fun.
The Riverway Trail
Bisset Park, Berkley Williams Dr
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-267-3153 (Visitor’s Center)
The River Way Trail runs along the New River and is perfect for biking, jogging,
or a relaxing nature walk. The trail connects through Bisset and Wildwood
parks.
The Sportsman
2947 Little River Rd
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-633-6700
Web Site: www.radfordsportsman.com
•Boat launch
•Live bait and tackle supplies
•Full deli
Bring along your fishing gear. The Sportsman boasts the biggest smallmouth bass in the
state. They also offer hiking, boating, and 23 campsites
Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail/Four Stops
Get your binoculars and come on down to Radford’s four stops on the Virginia Birding and
Wildlife Trail. The city of Radford is home to over 200 species of bird throughout the year.
Observe birds in their natural habitats from platforms in Wildwood and Bisset parks
Wildwood Park
Wildwood Park is a peaceful bit of forest, including nature trails, bird viewing platforms, a
stream (Connelly’s Run), woodland habitat, marshy areas, meadows, and limestone cliffs
with tufa formations.
Best Western/Radford Inn
LaQuinta Inn
1501 Tyler Ave
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-639-3000
Web Site: www.bestwestern.com
•Indoor Pool/Hot Tub/Dry Sauna
•Onsite Alejandro’s Mexican Grill
•Exercise Facilities
•Conference Spaces
•Continental Breakfast
•Pet Friendly
1450 Tyler Ave
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-633-6800
Web Site: www.lq.com
•Continental Breakfast
•Exercise Facilities
•Onsite Bar and Bistro
•Pet Friendly
Comfort Inn & Suites
Parks
For park information and reservations call 540-731-3633
Bisset Park
Riverview Park
23 Berkley Williams Dr
Radford, VA 24141
Amenities:
2501 River St
Radford, VA 24141
Amenities:
•Playgrounds
•Volleyball
•Horseshoes
•Multi-use fields
•Biking/walking trails
•Picnicking
•Tube rentals
•Boat launch
Sparky’s Run Dog Park
102 Pulaski Ave
Radford, VA 24141
•Boat launch
•Lighted multi-use field
•Picnicking
•Playground
Veterans Fields
1500 New River Dr
Radford, VA 24141
Amenities:
•Baseball/softball
Breweries & Wineries
Attimo Winery
425 Childress Road
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Local Phone: 540-382-7619
www.attimowinery.com
Bull & Bones
8400 River Course Drive
Fairlawn, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-633-2667
www.bullandbones.com
The River Company Company
Restarant & Brewery
6633 Viscoe Road
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-633-3940
www.attimowinery.com
Bed & Breakfasts
Nesselrod on the New River
7535 Lee Hwy
Radford, VA 24143
Local Phone: 540-731-4970
Web Site: www.nesselrod.com
•Three-course Gourmet Breakfast
•In-room Spa Treatments
•Event Spaces
•Conference Spaces
•Weddings and Receptions
Rockwood Manor
5189 Rockwood Rd
Dublin, VA 24084
Local Phone: 540-674-1328
Web Site: www.rockwood-manor.com
•Three-course Gourmet Breakfast
•Weddings and Receptions
•Porch Socials
The Grove at Radford
1123 Grove Ave
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-639-6390
•Pet Friendly
•Close to RU
2331 Tyler Rd
Radford, VA 24143
Local Phone: 540-639-3333
Web Site: www.comfortinn.com
•Exercise Facilities
•Continental Breakfast
•Pet Friendly
•Indoor Pool/Whirlpool
•Conference Spaces
•Business Center
Executive Motel
7498 Lee Hwy
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-639-1664
•Locally owned
•Conveniently located near
restaurants
Super 8 Motel
1600 Tyler Ave
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-731-9355
Web Site: www.super8.com
•Pet Friendly
•Continental Breakfast
The Sportsman
Campgrounds
2947 Little River Rd
Radford, VA 24141
Local Phone: 540-633-6700
•Boat Launch
•Live Bait and Tackle Supplies
•Full Deli
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