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The restoration and adaptive reuse of the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Home represents a unique and impactful public-private partnership. This investment will not only preserve an important piece of American history, but also expand the Museum’s ability to educate, inspire, and engage new generations of learners. Strategically located in the heart of Downtown Wytheville at the crossroads of two major interstate highways and amidst revitalized Main Street improvements, the Museum is well-positioned to attract a growing number of visitors. As one of only a few First Lady museums in the nation, it offers a powerful lens into the life and legacy of Wytheville native Edith Bolling Wilson, a woman whose influence shaped a critical moment in U.S. and World history. Planned renovations to the second-floor residence, once the Bolling family’s home in the late 19th century, will allow for immersive educational programming that aligns with Virginia’s curriculum Standards of Learning. Enhanced by modern interpretive technologies, this space will welcome school groups, tour buses, and visitors of all ages. The Museum will serve as a platform to empower youth, women, and rural communities just as Edith Bolling Wilson herself did over a century ago through her civic leadership and dedication to public service. Since opening in 2008, the Museum has achieved remarkable success. Yet, we are mindful of the work still to be done, and the resources required to preserve this national treasure and expand its reach. Your support makes it possible to develop meaningful programming, care for our growing collection, maintain our historic facility, and restore the Bolling Home to its rightful prominence. We invite you to join us in this important work. Together, we can ensure that the legacy of Edith Bolling Wilson – First Lady, caregiver, entrepreneur, and civic leader – continues to inspire future generations. How You Can Help: If you are interested in supporting the Museum or learning more about this project, please contact: The Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum 145 E. Main Street Wytheville, Virginia 276-22-EDITH (276-223-3484) farronsmith@edithbollingwilson.org

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