Reflecting Danville's prosperous tobacco and textile heritage, Millionaires Row Historic District along Main Street boasts fine examples of Victorian and Edwardian residential architecture. A few of these private homes are open to the public during the Christmas Walking Tour held the second Sunday in December.
Things to do in Danville
AAF Tank Museum
Journey into the pages of military history at the most extensive international collection of tank and cavalry artifacts in the world. Collection dates from 1509 to present. Exhibits of 100 tanks and artillery pieces, over 1200 uniforms, 1500 pieces of headgear, Sandbox Soldier exhibit, International Hall of Tank & Cavalry Generals and much more is awaiting your visit. Learn and explore military history thru the eyes of the soldier. Call (434) 836-5323 for more information.
3401 US 29B, Danville, VA 24541
Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History is at 975 Main St. Built in the Italianate style in 1859 by tobacco merchant Maj. William T. Sutherlin, the museum contains original and period furnishings as well as changing art exhibits. Call (434) 793-5644 for more information.
975 Main St., Danville, VA 24541
Danville Science Center
Housed in an 1899 train station, the science center features the Womack Natural History Collection, events and touring displays as well as a computer lab, early childhood gallery and interactive exhibits. Call (434) 791-5160 for more information.
677 Craghead St., Danville, VA 24541
Historic Danville
Danville is home to some of the finest Victorian and Edwardian architecture in Virginia and North Carolina. Many of the old mansions built by the tobacco and textile barons of the late 19th century still stand as testimony to the wealth and power of those industries and to the skill and craftsmanship long disappeared from modern building techniques. Call (434) 793-4636 for more information.
The Historic Murals of Danville
The Historic Murals of Danville was created to help restore greatness to the Downtown and Tobacco Warehouse Historic Districts. These murals will not only bring beauty to the area, but will also tell the stories that make Danville unique. Call (434) 793-4636 for more information.