Patton Graham - “The Development of Marion’s North Main Street Area.”
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Join the Smyth County Museum & Historical Society for the final program in our 2026 Speaker Series.
Local historian Patton Graham will present “The Development of Marion’s North Main Street Area.” This program will explore how one of Marion’s most prominent areas evolved over time, highlighting the people, homes, and changes that shaped the neighborhood.
A special highlight of the presentation will be rare historical video footage, including never-before-seen film documenting the destruction of the historic Graystone Manor as well as the relocation of several large homes in the area. These remarkable images provide a unique visual look at a transformative period in Marion’s local history.
📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Smyth County Museum
123 East Main Street
Marion, Virginia
Admission is free and open to the public.
Come discover the fascinating story behind the development of Marion’s North Main Street area and see rare historical footage as part of the 2026 Speaker Series.
Local historian Patton Graham will present “The Development of Marion’s North Main Street Area.” This program will explore how one of Marion’s most prominent areas evolved over time, highlighting the people, homes, and changes that shaped the neighborhood.
A special highlight of the presentation will be rare historical video footage, including never-before-seen film documenting the destruction of the historic Graystone Manor as well as the relocation of several large homes in the area. These remarkable images provide a unique visual look at a transformative period in Marion’s local history.
📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Smyth County Museum
123 East Main Street
Marion, Virginia
Admission is free and open to the public.
Come discover the fascinating story behind the development of Marion’s North Main Street area and see rare historical footage as part of the 2026 Speaker Series.
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123 East Main Street, Marion, VA, United States, Virginia 24354
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Host or PublisherSmyth County Museum & Historical Society
