“Historic Tours of Blacksburg with a Spectral Twist”
Blacksburg Historic Ghost Tour
Come take a tour of historic Blacksburg Virginia with a ghostly twist. The University of Virginia Tech is a massive institution that casts a monstrous shadow. Within the shadows, where the past lingers like a whisper, tales of lore and forgotten tragedies have woven into the fabric of Blacksburg. On this 60-minute journey, your guide will reveal the hidden history and eerie legends surrounding: The Alexander Black House, the Lyric Theatre, the mysterious halls of the Thomas Conner House, Blacksburg Elementary School (1934-1965), the Blacksburg Municipal Building, and Stroubles Creek.
Tour Start and End Locations
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Historic Thomas Conner House
The tour starts off at 104 Draper Rd., otherwise known as the Thomas Conner House. Today this Italianate-Victorian home is owned by the town of Blacksburg and rents out office space. The lore associated with the Thomas Conner House goes back to a very………very stormy night back in October of 1902.
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Historic Alexander Black House
The tour ends at 204 Draper Rd., the infamous Alexander Black House. Today, this Queen Anne Victorian home serves as the Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation. It began as a home for Alexander Black and his family. After Alexander’s death the home was transformed into a funeral home and served as one for 50 years. It’s safe to say the history here is rich in life and death.
Locations visited on Tour
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Lyric Theater
The historic Lyric Thearter was built in 1930, and played an important role in the cultural life of Blacksburg for nearly a century. Through the theaters life it has seen ups and two people fall down to their death. During this tour stop we will learn about the 6 spectral figures known to call the Lyric home.
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Blacksburg Municipal Building (Blacksburg’s first indoor gymnasium)
The Blacksburg Municipal Building was built in 1931. One spirit is more persistent here, it’s Roger Hedgepeth — Blacksburg’s longest-serving mayor.
He held this town’s fate in his hands from 1982 to 2005. He oversaw the preservation of its past, guided it into the future, and walked these very halls nearly every day.
People say Mayor Hedgepeth didn’t just run this town. He became part of it.” The echos of its past - both physical and spectral - still resonate within its walls today.
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Stroubles Creek
Stroubles Creek info soon!
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Blacksburg Elementary School 1934-1965
Blacksburg Elementary School 1934-1965 info soon!
Tour Pricing and info
Ticket Prices
Ages 8-116 = $20
Number of Guests Per Tour
The tour guide reserves the right to cancel a scheduled tour at any time. Typically a minimum number of 4 guests (total, not per party) is required to perform a tour.
Maximum of 15 guests per tour (if more is needed please ask about a private tour.)
Tour Start Times
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Sunday : 7:00pm or 8:30pm
Friday and Saturday : 7:00pm, 8:30pm, & 10:00pm
Reserving Tickets
Once you reach out to reserve tickets, please wait for a conformation email before going to 104 Draper Rd.
Weather
Your tour guide has given tours in during tropical storms and extreme cold. Your comfort level dictates your tour experience. Rescheduling options are available if weather affects your scheduled time.
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Tour Dates for May, June, July, Aug, Sept
Tour Times:
Mondays 7:00pm 8:30pm
Tuesdays 7:00pm 8:30pm
Weds 7:00pm 8:30pm
Thursdays 7:00pm 8:30pm
Fridays 7:00pm 8:30pm 10:00pm
Saturdays 7:00pm 8:30pm 10:00pm
Sundays 7:00 pm 8:30pm