Did You Know?
Staffing levels at the Blue Ridge Parkway have decreased 30% since 2001 resulting in downed trees being cleared less frequently, vistas becoming overgrown, and a reduced quality of visitor experience.
Celebrate the Parkway’s 75th Anniversary
Upcoming Events
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Music Night at Spencer-Penn Centre
March 12, 2010
Martinsville-Henry County, VA
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Roanoke’s St. Patrick’s Day and McDonald’s Parade
March 13–13, 2010Roanoke, VA
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FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway Viewshed Planting Event
March 20, 2010
Roanoke County, VA
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Harmon Field Heritage Days
March 25–28, 2010
Polk County, NC
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Fairview Ruritan’s Fiddlers’ Convention
March 27–27, 2010Galax, VA
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Whitetop Mountain Maple Festival
March 27–28, 2010Grayson County, VA
Submit an Event
Planning an event that celebrates the anniversary of the Parkway? Apply to have your event included in the official calendar for the anniversary.
Find a Speaker
A representative of the Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Anniversary project is available to speak to your board, civic group, or other interested organization.