Floyd, Virginia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Floyd, Virginia
Town
Floyd County Courthouse and Confederate statue
Location of Floyd, Virginia
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Country	United States
State	Virginia
County	Floyd
Government
• Type	Township
Area
• Total	0.46 sq mi (1.18 km2)
• Land	0.46 sq mi (1.18 km2)
• Water	0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation	2,493 ft (760 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	448
Time zone	UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code	24091
Area code(s)	540
FIPS code	51-28544
GNIS feature ID	1498479

Floyd is a small town located in Floyd County, Virginia, in the United States. It's known for its friendly community and lively music scene. In 2020, about 448 people lived there. Floyd is also the main town, or county seat, of Floyd County.

The town was first called Jacksonville. This name honored President Andrew Jackson, who was in office when the surrounding county was created. Later, the name was changed to Floyd. This new name honored John Floyd, who was a governor of Virginia.

History of Floyd

Floyd has several important historical places. These sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their special historical value.

Some of these places include:

• Floyd Historic District
• Floyd Presbyterian Church
• Glenanna
• Phlegar Farm
• Oakdale

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  The Floyd Country Store, famous for its "Friday Night Jamboree" with old-time music.

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  A hardware store at the town's main intersection.

Geography and Climate

Where is Floyd Located?

Floyd is a small town in terms of size. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers about 0.5 square miles (1.2 square kilometers). All of this area is land.

What is Floyd's Climate Like?

The weather in Floyd has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see this climate type abbreviated as "Cfa."

Population and People

The population of Floyd has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 432 people living in the town. By 2020, the population had grown slightly to 448 people.

Arts and Culture in Floyd

Music Scene in Floyd

Floyd is becoming very well-known for its music, especially bluegrass music and old-time music. A popular event is the Friday Night Jamboree at the Floyd Country Store. Local bands play music and people dance. This event has been happening for many years and has become very popular.

When the weather is nice, musicians also gather outside. They play banjos and fiddles in driveways and seating areas along South Locust Street. A local old-time band, The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee, even won first prize at a big music convention in Galax, Virginia.

Other Cultural Highlights

Floyd is also home to a lively counter-culture movement. This means there are many people who enjoy alternative lifestyles and creative expressions. The town has other places where different kinds of music are played. For example, The Winter Sun in downtown Floyd often hosts various bands.

In 2011, the National Music Festival held its first season in Floyd. This festival focuses on classical music. Floyd is also where Red Rooster Coffee, a well-known coffee company, is located.

Famous People from Floyd

• Donna Polseno, a visual artist known for her pottery and sculptures.
• Curtis Turner, a former NASCAR race car driver.
• Darian Grubb, a NASCAR Crew Chief.
• Don Williams, a former Major League Baseball pitcher.
• Morgan Wade, a singer.

See also

In Spanish: Floyd (Virginia) para niños