November 2022
Championing arts and culture education, technical training, rehabilitation and more

William King Museum of Art
November 17, 2022
Abingdon, VA
William King Museum of Art’s mission is to provide arts education, exhibit fine art and preserve the Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee region’s cultural heritage. The museum’s Art Lab learning hub includes a Digital Lab, where anyone in Southwest Virginia can access, learn and use digital tools for art, design and life. It is the only nationally accredited art museum west of Roanoke, which underpins its commitment to the community. Fifteen of the museum’s 17 staff are women.
News highlights
First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin Announces November 2022 Spirit of Virginia Award Recipient - Office of the First Lady
'An Overwhelming Honor' Youngkins honor William King Art Museum - Bristol Herald Courier
William King Museum of Art receives Spirit of Virginia Award - WCYB, News 5
Youngkin discusses state education debate during Southwest Virginia visit - WJHL, News Channel 11
First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin announces November 2022 Spirit of Virginia Award recipient - Royal Examiner
First Lady Youngkin Presents Spirit of Virginia Award to William King Museum of Art - The Tennessee Star
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Official Governor Youngkin Photos by Shealah Craighead
Please direct questions and inquiries to lori.massengill@governor.virginia.gov.