Historical Markers in
Montgomery County, Virginia

1820 Slave Cabin April 16th Memorial Blacksburg Motor Company Building 1924 Bow String Arch Truss Carol Montgomery Newman Cemetery Landscape Charles Henry Burchard Christiansburg Christiansburg Industrial Institute Christiansburg Institute Clinton Harriman Cowgill Coal Car Coal Car Hoist Confederate Christiansburg Earl Bertram Norris Eastern Continental Divide & 1763 Proclamation Line Floyd County / Montgomery County Fort Vause Fotheringay Founding of the Future Farmers of Virginia Frank Leigh Robeson Frederick Dewey Durham George Burke Johnston Giles County / Montgomery County Harvey Lee Price Hoist Foundation Ingles Ferry Road John Edward Williams John Houston Squires John McLaren McBryde John Redd Hutcheson John William Hancock Jr. Julian Ashby Burruss Lewis-McHenry Duel Lingan Strother Randolph Mary Draper Ingels Montgomery County / Roanoke County Montgomery County Confederate Monument Montgomery County War Memorial Montgomery White Sulphur Springs Paul Ernest Torgersen Paul Neyron Derring Preston Cemetery Price's Fork Restoring Stroubles Creek Robert James Davidson Roy Jay Holden Site Of The Law Offices Of Wm. Ballard Preston Slaves' Garden Smithfield Smithfield Blacksmith Shop Smithfield Plantation Solitude The Alwood Oak The Armory The Cellar Building The Commissary The Hotel The Stroubles Creek Watershed and the Duck Pond The Tipple Thomas Barksdale Hutcheson Thomas Marshall Hahn Jr. Thomas Oldham Sandy Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Virginia Tech Airport Virginia Tech War Memorial Chapel Westview Cemetery William Addison Caldwell William Ballard Preston William Black William Bradford Alwood William Frank Henderson William MacFarland Patton
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Montgomery County, located in Virginia, has a rich history that dates back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Tutelo, Monacan, and Saponi. European settlers first arrived in the 1700s, and the county was officially formed in 1777. It was named in honor of General Richard Montgomery, a hero of the American Revolutionary War.

In the early years, Montgomery County primarily relied on agriculture, with residents farming crops such as tobacco, wheat, and corn. The creation of the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad in the mid-19th century brought new opportunities, stimulating economic growth and population expansion. The county's proximity to the railroad line allowed for the development of small towns and industries.

Education has always played a crucial role in Montgomery County's history. In 1872, Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College, now known as Virginia Tech, opened its doors in the town of Blacksburg. The institution became a catalyst for the county's transformation, attracting students and faculty members from different parts of the country. Virginia Tech's growth, along with the expansion of Radford University and New River Community College, has shaped Montgomery County into a center for education and innovation.

Today, Montgomery County is a vibrant and diverse community that blends its rich history with modern progress. It is home to stunning natural landscapes, including the Blue Ridge Mountains and the New River. The county continues to thrive economically through various industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and education. With its historical significance, natural beauty, and thriving community, Montgomery County remains an important part of Virginia's heritage.

This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Montgomery County, Virginia.

  • 1776 - Montgomery County was established as part of Virginia.
  • 1790 - The county's population was around 7,000 people.
  • 1799 - The town of Christiansburg was founded.
  • 1834 - The Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College (now Virginia Tech) was established.
  • 1872 - The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Immigration was founded at Blacksburg.
  • 1940 - Population of Montgomery County reached over 23,000.
  • 1964 - The College of William and Mary established a branch in Blacksburg.
  • 1970 - The population of Montgomery County exceeded 50,000.
  • 2007 - Population reached over 90,000.