Meadowbrook Museum

06/19/2026

Historic Sites:
Summer spring resorts, historic homes, and thriving farms are among the landmarks that give Eastern Montgomery its distinctive character and continue to bring visitors to this corner of the state. The museum collection documents these and other attractions through photographs, first-hand accounts, and memorabilia passed down through the generations. https://meadowbrookmuseum.org/collections/historic-sites/shawsville-elliston-historic-sites/

Every Saturday — 10am to noon
Coffee & Conversation
Tell us about your family treasures, browse our archives, and see who’s hanging out at the museum sharing stories and viewing our collections

06/12/2026

As Father's Day approaches this Sunday, the Meadowbrook Museum invites you to explore our selection of interesting gifts. What better way to celebrate Father's Day and support your local museum! To make a purchase, please contact us at [email protected]. We will reserve your items for pickup at the museum. Our standard hours on Saturdays are 10am to noon, but we can accommodate appointments for more convenient times. Please visit our website https://meadowbrookmuseum.org/shop/

06/11/2026

06/07/2026

THANK YOU to everyone that made last night a success!

The Jared Stout Band was amazing as always 🎤 Thank you to Savvy Events for sponsoring our first concert of the season, and for Wyatt's Country Store - Formerly Alley's Country Store for feeding the crowd.
We had a wonderful turnout with wonderful weather! BIG Thank You to everyone that spent your Saturday evening at Oldtown Fields, and special thanks to the MANY VOLUNTEERS that make these events possible.

Remember that our summer concert series is not just a great time, but a great opportunity for us to raise funds through Eastmont Community Foundation, as well as give other local nonprofits and organizations the chance to fundraise for their needs.

In less than a month we do it again! Shawsville on the 4th is legendary 🎇🎶🏃🏽‍♀️🏎️ You don’t want to miss out. Area 581 will hit the stage, sponsored by Blue Ridge Monument Inc.

Thank you to MVP for sponsoring the Summer Concert Series, and
to our many banner supporters and corporate donors-

06/04/2026

Eastern Montgomery County is made up of numerous small towns and communities, each with its own distinctive culture and character. Thanks to the diligence of local families, much of this history has been preserved for succeeding generations to appreciate. The museum is indebted to those who have been willing to share their unique knowledge and perspectives about their hometowns, along with treasured mementos.
Come by any Saturday 10am to 12pm and explore our shared history.

05/28/2026

Meadowbrook Museum
Every Saturday — 10 a.m. to noon
Join us for this weekly gathering! Tell us about your family treasures, browse our archives, chat about our shared heritage while enjoying coffee and snacks. It's a great way to see old friends, meet new people, and learn more about our community's history. You never know who'll turn up at the museum on a Saturday morning!

Our computer files have been updated to make them more accessible to the members of our community! Stop by our library/research room and we'll help you look up your family and community history.

05/22/2026

As we head into Memorial Day weekend we have new WWI items on display. Please stop by as always for coffee and conversation every Saturday 10am to 12pm!

1. WW I doughboy helmet.

2. .45 Caliber Model 1911 pistol w/ magazine.

3. WW I M1917 Enfield rifle w/ ammo clip, bayonet and sheath.

4. WW I canteen with cup and cover.

05/18/2026

https://meadowbrookmuseum.org/resolved-to-live-and-die/Resolved to Live and Die:
The Revolutionary Roots of Southwest Virginia
PBS Documentary Screening
Monday, May 18, 6:00pm
Community Room, Meadowbrook Library
267 Allegheny Spring Road, Shawsville

Southwest Virginia played a pivotal role in the American Revolution, beginning with the Fincastle Resolutions. In 1775 — more than a year before the Declaration of Independence — local leaders from what was then Fincastle County boldly signed the document that echoed the same fearless desire for political liberty that would soon ignite a nation.

“Resolved to Live and Die” is coproduced by the Wilderness Road Regional Museum, which will be presenting the film on May 18.

Southwest Virginia played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. Watch this PBS documentary at the Meadowbrook Library.

05/17/2026

Reminder.

The Hance family was of Swiss origin, settling around present day-Pulaski County around 1768. Adam Hance (b. 1747) belonged to the first … Read more...