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Drillfield

Drillfield

An oval-shaped, grassy stretch of land bordered by trees, Virginia Tech's Drillfield serves as the center of the Blacksburg campus and remains one of the most unique and storied locations at the university. Thousands of people come into contact with the free and public Drillfield each day, students and faculty rushing to class crossing paths with visitors strolling around the central campus. Most of these individuals know that the Drillfield is an integral part of the Virginia Tech experience.

Future of the Drillfield

Work is being done to develop a Drillfield Master Plan that will preserve the beauty of the area while making it a more usable space. Learn more.

Building History

Since 1894, the Drillfield has been the site of cadet maneuvers, sporting events, demonstrations, and displays of campus unity. 

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37.22751, -80.42189