Emory and Henry College
One mile north is Emory and Henry College, founded in 1836, the first institution of higher learning in southwest Virginia. It was named for Bishop John Emory of the Methodist Church and Patrick Henry, the orator of the Revolution. Four bishops of the Methodist Church, three governors, and one United States senator are among its alumni.
Marker is at the intersection of Lee Highway (U.S. 11) and College Drive (County Route 737), on the right when traveling south on Lee Highway.
Courtesy hmdb.org
