The Historic Miller-Claytor House that once sat on the corner of 8th and Church Streets was the first large-scale preservation project to take place in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Many Virginians have passed down the wondrous tale of the love apple for generations. But few Lynchburg residents realize that the tale surrounding founding father Thomas Jefferson and his love for tomatoes was speculated to have taken place in our very own beloved city.

The Italianate-style building we currently occupy was once the Bragassa Toy Store. It was originally built in 1876 by Francisco Bragassa. The Bragassa family opened several other stores in Lynchburg, but the 12th Street building was the only one that stands today. The family was the most prominent toy supplier in Lynchburg until well into the 20th century.