Bedford in Bedford County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Marilyn Moore Boardman
Dec. 19, 1928 - Sept. 25, 2014
This beautiful garden and circle were constructed in loving memory of Marilyn Moore Boardman by her husband John King Boardman and four daughters, Scottie Boardman House, Holly Boardman Burton, Beth Boardman Grant and Cathy Boardman. Marilyn was a longtime board member of the Avenel Foundation, serving 16 years from 1986 to 2002, when she and John moved to Roanoke, Va. Marilyn helped guide Avenel through the initial renovations that restored this pre Civil War home to the original charm of its circa 1838 design. Her strong leadership and steady financial support were essential to the foundation's success. Appropriately, Marilyn's years of support and service are now commemorated and celebrated by all who are fortunate enough to share her path.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1986.
Location. 37° 20.288′ N, 79° 31.466′ W. Marker is in Bedford, Virginia, in Bedford County. It is on Avenel Avenue south of Peaks Street (Virginia Route 43), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this
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Regionally, this marker is in Southwest Virginia. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Upper South. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Avenel (here, next to this marker); Peaks of Otter Road (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); 104 N. Bridge Street (approx. Ό mile away); Mural of Appreciation (approx. Ό mile away); The Famed "Bedford Boys" (approx. Ό mile away); Bedford (approx. Ό mile away); a different marker also named Mural of Appreciation (approx. Ό mile away); Bedford County Confederate Monument (approx. Ό mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bedford.
Additional keywords. Historic preservation
Credits. This page was last revised on April 29, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 29, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 5 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 29, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
