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Attractions
Visitor Center/ Hattie Drummond House 
335 Main Street, Smithfield
(757) 357-5182 or (800) 365-9339
Open Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays 1-5 p.m., Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
Harriet "Hattie" Jane Drummond (1830-1891) was originally from the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Her brother set her up in this circa 1858 house for a millinery business. The house's bottom floor now serves as our Visitor Center and offices for the Smithfield and Isle of Wight Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Introducing Isle of Wight County's Newest Attraction:
Fort Huger
15080 Talcott Terrace, Smithfield
757-357-5182
Free Admission
Open Friday through Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fort Huger, the gateway to the Confederate Capital, is located in the northern reaches of Isle of Wight county off route 10. View the ghost fleet on the James River, take the self-guided walking tour through the new trails and see the cannon
mounted along the edges of the fort. Custom tours of the fort are available.
The Schoolhouse Museum
www.theschoolhousemuseum.com
516 Main Street, Smithfield
(757) 365-4789
Free Admission
Open Thur - Sat 12 -4 pm, Sun 1-4pm
An African-American History Museum of Public Education built in 1932. The museum features period desks and books, and offers oral histories of those
who attended the school.
The Old Courthouse of 1750
130 Main Street, Smithfield
Free Admission
Open Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday 1pm - 4pm
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10am - 4pm
The Old Courthouse of 1750 is located in the historic Town of Smithfield. Originally modeled after the Capitol Building in Colonial Williams burg, this restored building is owned and operated by the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities (APVA).
Historic St. Luke's Shrine
www.historicstlukes.org
14477 Benns Church Blvd.
(757) 357-3367
Free Admission
Closed Mondays and the month of January.
Historic Saint Luke's Shrine, circa 1632, is located 4 miles south of Smithfield's Historic District. It is the oldest existing church of English foundation in America and is this country's only surviving original brick Gothic church. See the Jacobean interior and original 17th century silver alter fittings, baptismal font and communion table and chairs. It also houses the nation's oldest, intact organ.
Historic Fort Boykin
7410 Ft. Boykin Trail
(757) 357-5182
Free Admission
Open Daily from 8:00am to dusk.
Historic Fort Boykin is situated high on the bluffs of the James River about 6 miles west of Smithfield. Originally named "The Castle", it was later named for Major Francis Boykin, a local merchant and one-time sheriff of Smithfield, who fought alongside George Washington. Construction was begun in 1623 to protect the colonists from the Indians and raiding Spaniards. The fort, built in the shape of a seven pointed star, has been involved in every major campaign fought on American soil.
Boykin's Tavern Museum
Monument Circle, Isle of Wight VA
(757) 365-9771
Free Admission
Open Thurs - Sat 11am - 4pm, Sun 1pm - 5pm
Named after Major Francis Boykin, who served as a lieutenant with Patrick Henry and later camped with George Washington at Valley Forge. He inherited this land in 1780, as well as the house that had stood there since 1762. A smart businessman, he donated land for the Isle of Wight Courthouse of 1800 and even helped pay for the original courthouse, which is still standing and being used today, as well as the new jail. His tavern was conveniently located right next door for meals and refreshments needed by court officers and personnel, curious observers and travelers.
Isle of Wight Courthouse of 1800
Route 258 Courthouse Road
(757) 357-3191
Free Admission
Open Mon through Fri 9am - 5pm
Isle of Wight Courthouse (circa 1800) - was originally built by Francis Boykin for the county in good faith so that the new courthouse would be conveniently relocated to his property, and right next door to Boykin's Tavern. The original courthouse is still in use today, though the building has expanded greatly with the times. A great source of genealogy as the county records were never disturbed or burned during the Civil War.
Smithfield Cultural Arts Center
340 Main St., Smithfield
(757) 357-7707
Free Admission
Closed Mondays
www.smithfieldarts.org
The Center, housed in a wonderful Victorian home on Main Street, contains exhibits highlighting talented local and regional artists of all mediums. Observe and visit with working artists during theme shows and seasonal activities. They also offer a variety of art classes. A gift shop has unique, artsy ideas.
Hayden's
Lane
Located off Main Street, Hayden's Lane was originally the driveway to Hayden Hall, an early girls' school. The garden department of the Woman's Club of Smithfield and the town created a lovely sitting garden and walkway to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Smithfield Little Theatre
210 N. Church Street, Smithfield
(757) 357-7338
For a list of upcoming shows at The Smithfield Little Theatre, visit smithfieldlittletheatre.com
Isle of Wight Museum
103 Main Street, Smithfield
(757) 357-7459
Free Admission
Open Tues - Sat 10 to 4, Sun 1 to 5.
Isle of Wight Museum houses the history of the world famous Smithfield Ham, and the originators of the curing process. A turn-of-the-century country store brings back feelings of nostalgia. Native American artifacts, Civil War memorabilia, and prehistoric fossils from the nearby James River are all on display.
Due to storm damage, the Isle of Wight County Museum is closed. We will post the re-opening date when it is available.
Smithfield Walking Tour
For a look at the beautiful architecture of Smithfield, see the Smithfield Historic District Walking Tour.
Getting Married in Smithfield & Isle of Wight
. If you are interested in a romantic wedding in Smithfield please click here.
Nearby Attractions
Smithfield is located in the greater Hampton Roads area with many nearby attractions located within an hour's drive. Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the cities but come home to the quiet and peacefulness of the country.
The Battle of Smithfield
The Battle of Smithfield, one of the many skirmishes in Virginia during the Civil War, took place in the middle of Main Street.
ISLE OF WIGHT, ENGLAND
If you would like information on visiting Isle of Wight England, our county's namesake, visit www.isleofwighttouristguide.com
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Smithfield & Isle of Wight Convention & Visitors Bureau • PO Box 37 • 335 Main Street
Smithfield VA, 23431 • 1-800-365-9339 • (757) 357-5182 • Fax (757) 365-4360
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