Welcome to the Nelson County Historical Society

5365 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Arrington, Virginia 22922

Oakland Museum is reopening on March 18, 2026 at 1:00pm • During the season, Oakland is open Wednesdays from 1:00pm to 4:00pm and Saturdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm • For group tour requests, email info@nelsonhistorical.org or leave a message at (434) 263-8400.

5365 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Arrington, Virginia 22922

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Jimmy Fortune & Earl Hamner Jr. Statue Unveiling

7/8/2023



Statue Unveiling Ceremony on YouTube