The Edith Bolling Wilson Birthday Celebration

Schedule of Events

3:00 PM | Bolling Home Restoration Unveiling & Dedication Ceremony
The Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Foundation invites you to the official unveiling of the upstairs Bolling Home, marking the completion of the Phase I Restoration Project. The afternoon includes the dedication of the Cary C. Fuller Education Center, named in honor of Mrs. Wilson’s great-nephew.
3:45 PM | Featured Exhibit Presentation
Following the Dedication Ceremony, speakers Adam Manuel and Ben Jackson will discuss the museum's new exhibit, “Touching History: Matilda Stepteau & the Slave Experience.”
4:30 PM | Social Reception
Guests are invited to gather for socializing and light refreshments.
6:00 PM | Doors open for Dinner at Bolling Wilson Hotel
6:30 PM | Commemorative Dinner Banquet
The festivities continue across the street from the Museum at The Bolling Wilson Hotel. The dinner program, “Have Your Cake & Edith, Too!” features a special message by "Edith," portrayed by Betsy Ely, followed by a delectable buffet dinner.

*Special dietary options provided upon request.

Registration & Pricing Options


Dedication & Exhibit Presentation (3:00 PM)	$10 donation	Guaranteed seat reservation (limited capacity)

“Have Your Cake & *Edith*, Too!” Dinner (6:00 PM)	$75 per person	Full buffet meal, wine, gratuity, and taxes (limited capacity)

How to Reserve Your Seat for 3:00 and 6:00 Events

Reservations may be made through two convenient methods:

Online: Click the Donate & Tickets button above.
Mail: Send a check made payable to the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum to 145 E. Main Street, Wytheville, VA 24382. Please include a note specifying the names and total number of guests in your party.

How to Reserve Your Room at the Bolling Wilson Hotel

Overnight accommodations are available at the Bolling Wilson Hotel at a preferred group rate of $169 per night. To secure this rate, please call the hotel at 276-223-2333 and ask for the promotional code “BIRTHDAY” when finalizing your reservation.

If you have questions, contact the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum at 276-223-3484 or email the Museum at info@edithbollingwilson.org.

We look forward to seeing you soon!