---
title: Emory & Henry University
description: >-
  Liberal arts university in Southwest Virginia, founded in 1836, with campuses
  in Emory and Marion.
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/emory-henry-university'
type: organization
createdAt: '2026-10-05'
updatedAt: '2026-10-06'
organizationType: School / university
location: 'Emory, VA, United States'
website: 'https://www.emoryhenry.edu/'
yearFounded: 1836
---

# Emory & Henry University

*School / university • Emory, VA, United States*

## About

Liberal arts university in Southwest Virginia, founded in 1836, with campuses in Emory and Marion.

Emory & Henry University is a liberal arts university in the Appalachian highlands of Southwest Virginia, founded in 1836. Its 168-acre Emory Campus sits in the village of Emory, Va. and a second campus in Marion, Va. is home to the School of Health Sciences. The University's mission centers on intellectual and spiritual growth, civic engagement and community service.

The McGlothlin Center for the Arts offers performing and visual arts events, galleries, theatres and a university radio station alongside its academic and athletic programs.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1836
- **Address:** 30461 Garnand Drive, Emory, VA 24327
- **Website:** https://www.emoryhenry.edu/

## Programs

View current programs from Emory & Henry University on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/emory-henry-university