Floyd County, VA, residents are proud of the friendly and open-minded nature of the many artisans, farmers, and craftsmen. Music and arts play a foundational role within the community, which is proven by the large crowds at the Floyd Country Store’s Friday Night Jamboree and the many festivals around the county. Floyd County is also home to several manufacturing, research, and production facilities, a few of which are housed at the state-of-the-art Floyd Innovation Center.
Downtown Floyd is home to the one stoplight in the county. This bustling district features community anchors such as The Floyd Country Store, the Blue Ridge Cafe, and a variety of restaurants, galleries, and shops.
Other communities in Floyd County include Willis, Indian Valley, Check, and Copper Hill. The county’s rolling hills in the north open up to high peaks and the Blue Ridge Parkway to the south.
The Floyd County people love their land. Not only is it a means of sustainability, bringing life to farmers’ markets and allowing space for rolling farms, but it’s also a way to explore, adventure, and live. From stunning mountaintop views to vast river vistas, Floyd County has space to hike, bike, camp, fish, farm, and more.
The innovative culture in Floyd has sparked the creation of many specialty foods, beverages, natural products, and high-end décor and advanced materials. With a strong work ethic and independent spirit, entrepreneurs are building on design expertise and craftsmanship and making some of the finest products in the world.
Anywhere you go in Floyd, you’ll feel the unique vibes. From FloydFest to a Friday Night Jamboree, Floyd is full of music. Not to mention it’s also a community bursting with artisans and craftspeople who take pride in their creativity. Some have artistic hobbies, while others make a career of their design skillsets. (photo by Woody Crenshaw)
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