Floyd is a town in Floyd County, Virginia, United States. The population was 448 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Floyd County. The Town of Floyd was originally named Jacksonville as the surrounding county was formed during the tenure of President Andrew Jackson. The name was subsequently changed to Floyd for Virginia governor John Floyd.

History

The Floyd Historic District, Floyd Presbyterian Church, Glenanna, Phlegar Farm, and Oakdale are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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File:Floyd, Va - Country Store.jpg|Floyd Country Store, the location of the "Friday Night Jamboree" of old-time string band and bluegrass music

File:Floyd, Va - Hardware store.jpg|Hardware store at the main intersection

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Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.5&nbsp;square mile (1.2&nbsp;km<sup>2</sup>), all land.

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Floyd has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics

As of the census Local old time string band The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee won first prize at the 85th Annual Old Fiddlers' Convention held in Galax, Virginia. County Sales, a notable music distribution company founded by David Freeman focusing on old-time, bluegrass and related music, was based in Floyd from 1973 until closing permanently in 2024.

Floyd is also home to a large counter-culture movement. There are other musical venues and stages in the town, featuring many different styles of music. The Winter Sun, a complex in downtown Floyd, frequently hosts shows for bands. The National Music Festival, focused on classical music, hosted its first season in Floyd in 2011.

Floyd is the location of Red Rooster Coffee.

Education

Floyd County Schools includes Floyd County High School/

Notable people

  • Donna Polseno, visual artist known for pottery, ceramics, and sculpture
  • Curtis Turner, former NASCAR driver
  • Darian Grubb, NASCAR Crew Chief
  • Don Williams, Major League Baseball pitcher
  • Morgan Wade, singer

See also

  • National Register of Historic Places in Floyd County, Virginia
  • Chateau Morrisette Winery

References