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14,000 BP |
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The Saltville Valley can date its human occupation back 14,000 years.
Prehistoric creatures visited the valley, attracted by the
extensive salt deposits.
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A.D. 1000-1500 |
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A Woodland Indian village was located at the eastern end
of the valley.
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1700s |
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Two of Patrick Henry's sisters moved into the Saltville
Valley in the 1780's and began the commercial production of
salt. This production continued unabated for the next 200
years.
Click here to read more about
the valley's salt history and its history as a company town.
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sponsors paleontological and archeological research in
the Saltville area. |
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Museum of the Middle Appalachians
Membership |
| The mission of the Museum of the Middle
Appalachians is to research, interpret, and preserve the
natural and cultural history of the Middle Appalachian
Region. Those who are interested in promoting the
mission are invited to become a member of the museum on
any of the following levels.
Associate Membership
Annual dues for each category of
Associate Membership are:
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Individual |
$15.00 |
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Family |
$35.00 |
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Senior |
$10.00 |
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Student |
$10.00 |
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Sustaining |
$100.00 |
All members are admitted to the museum free with the
presentation of their membership card.
Business Support
Council
The Business Support Council consists of individuals
and businesses wishing to support the Museum for the
positive and reciprocally-beneficial returns that the
Museum will bring to the region. The minimum
contribution level for the Business Support Council is
$300 per year, payable one time annually, or $25 per
month.
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