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Danville is an independent city located along the Dan River in the southern part of the U.S. state of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population of Danville was 40,754 making it the third largest city in Virginia. Danville is part of the Danville, Virginia Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Danville was founded in 1793 and originally part of Pittsylvania County. It was named for the Dan River which runs through the city. Danville became an independent city from Pittsylvania County in 1890. For more history on Danville, visit the Danville Wikipedia page.

Attractions and Landmarks

Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History

A key attraction in Danville is the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History located at 975 Main St, Danville, VA 24541, phone: (434) 771-4883. Some of the exhibits cover the history of Danville and Southern Virginia. The Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History is located at 975 Main St, Danville, VA 24541. The GPS coordinates are 36°35'05"N 79°24'10"W.

Danville Science Center

Another popular attraction is the Danville Science Center located at 677 Craghead Street, Danville, VA 24541, phone: (434) 791-5954. It has hands-on exhibits and activities related to science, technology, engineering, and math. The Danville Science Center is located at 677 Craghead Street, Danville, VA 24541. The GPS coordinates are 36°35'07"N 79°24'13"W.

Danville Train Station

A historic landmark in Danville is the Danville Train Station located at 200 Arnett Boulevard, Danville, VA 24540, phone: (434) 799-5244. It was originally built in 1899 and now also houses a restaurant. The Danville Train Station is located at 200 Arnett Boulevard, Danville, VA 24540. The GPS coordinates are 36°35'25"N 79°24'05"W.

Economy

Some of the major industries and employers in Danville's economy include:

For more on Danville's economy and economic development, visit the Danville Regional Foundation site.

Transportation

Danville is served by Amtrak at the Danville Amtrak Station. The Danville Transit provides public bus transportation around the city. Danville is easily accessible from major highways including Route 29, 58, and 360.

Public Library

The Danville Public Library located at 101 Main St, Danville, VA 24541, phone: (434) 799-6522 provides resources and services to the residents of Danville. Some of the services include book lending, computers and internet access, genealogy research, programs for kids and more.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Danville had a population of 40,754. The racial makeup of the city was 48.7% Black or African American, 44.4% White, 3.2% Hispanic or Latino, 1.6% Two or More Races, 1.3% Asian, 0.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander. The median household income was $33,715.

County and Local Government

Danville is an independent city and not part of any county. However, it does border Pittsylvania County. Here is contact information for Pittsylvania County:

Danville has its own local government. Here is contact information:

School Districts

Public schools in Danville are part of Danville Public Schools. Here is their contact info:

Some private schools in Danville include:

Higher Education

Averett University is a private university located in Danville. Their address is 420 West Main St, Danville, VA 24541 and phone number is (434) 791-5600.

Sports

The Danville Otterbots are a summer collegiate baseball team playing in the Coastal Plain League. They play at Dan Daniel Memorial Park located at 1225 Riverview Drive, Danville, VA 24540. See the Danville Otterbots Facebook page.

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