In the middle of nowhere, among the mountains, lakes, rivers and trails is somewhere. Named after Count Casimir Pulaski, who is credited with saving the life of George Washington more than two centuries ago, Pulaski County sits in the New River Valley teeming with natural beauty and bountiful history. The Pulaski County area of the Blue Ridge is defined by its rolling hills and settlement by small farmers. Formed in 1839 the county covers an area of about 330 square miles and is home to the 21-mile long, man-made, Claytor Lake on the New River.
Today international businesses, arts, music, and culture define the county and its inhabitants. You'll find outdoor adventure, food, wine, camping, and exploration as reasons to come to Pulaski County for your next escape. In Pulaski County, visitors feel like neighbors. Play Outside!
A fundamental aspect of society in the 21st century is education. What would any community be without its fundamental academic institutions and skilled graduates? Surrounding the Pulaski County area are two of the most notable universities in the state.
New River Community College
5251 College Drive, Dublin, Virginia
Radford University
801 East Main St., Radford, Virginia
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
925 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg, Virginia
LewisGale Hospital
2400 Lee Highway, Pulaski VA
Pulaski County Community Youth Center
6671 Riverlawn Court, Fairlawn, VA 24141
Pulaski County Library System
60 3rd St, Pulaski VA
300 Giles Ave, Dublin VA
New River Valley Business Center
6580 Valley Center Drive, Suite 302, Radford, VA
Pulaski Chamber of Commerce
4440 Cleburne Blvd., Dublin, VA 24084
YMCA of Pulaski County
615 Oakhurst Ave, Pulaski VA
Pulaski On Main
87 West Main St., Pulaski, VA
Volvo Trucks North America
2400 Lee Highway, Pulaski VA
The US headquarters for Volvo’s commercial truck production.
Red Suns Farms
Mexico
Produces organic, hydroponic tomatoes in the NRV Commerce Park.
Koinonia
Brazil
Manufacturing company that creates technical foams for the automotive industry.
Phoenix Packaging
Columbia
Plastic packaging manufacturer for the food industry.
James Hardie
Ireland
Industrial materials company that manufactures cement based siding.
Korona Candles
Poland
The largest private-label candle producer in the U.S.
Bondcote/Heytex
Germany
Creates technical textiles for transportation, military, environmental, athletic industries, and more.
Rick Stamping
Germany
Sells wick sustainers, hotmelt glues, and other products to candle manufacturers.
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There is the LOVE sign located in Draper.
Additionally there is the floating LOVE sign at Mountain 2 Island’s Rockhouse Marina.
