It was from this unlikely beginning that Washington achieved international recognition as an educator, orator, unofficial presidential advisor, founder of Tuskegee Institute and African-American leader. Begin your tour of his birthplace by watching the slide show and seeing the exhibits at the visitors center. This is the most famous attraction in Franklin County and with good reason. From the beautiful, restored farm and its animals to the hike up Plantation Trail, this monument offers a scenic, historic sojourn into a time when slavery was a way of life in America. The site is open daily 9 AM to 5 PM, except for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Admission is free.
New River Valley Montgomery County Museums and Historic Attractions Smithfield Plantation Virginia Tech campus, off U.S. Hwy. 460 Bypass on Va. Rt. Built by Col. William Preston in 1772, Smithfield Plantation has been extensively restored and is a Virginia Historic Landmark. John Floyd Jr. Hours are 1 to 5 PM Thursday through Sunday April 1 through November 1. The Late Model Stocks are the featured division of the speedway, with supporting divisions including Limited Sportsman, Late Model Trucks, Pure Stocks and Mini Stocks.