Richlands, Virginia: Homer: Baseball Muffler Man
A 14-foot-tall fiberglass statue by Mark Cline. He first stood in Bedford, VA, holding a golf ball and putter; in November 2019 he was moved to Coeburn to hold a baseball; in 2024 he was moved here.
Red Oak Trading Co.
- Address:
- 1809 3rd St., Richlands, VA
- Directions:
- US-460 exit 2. Turn south onto Railroad Ave. Drive a half-mile. Turn right at the stoplight onto VA-67, then make the first right (no stoplight) onto Allegheny St. Drive one block. Turn right onto 3rd St. You'll see the Muffler Man ahead on the left.
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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The Baseball Muffler Man is not at the Red Oak Trading Company with the Bunyan Muffler Man up the road. I have no idea where it's gone.
[Brad Smith, 08/08/2024]
Homer has been moved outside of Red Oak Trading Co. His uniform has been repainted green, with the word "Eastside" on his jersey.
[Mandy Schuchhardt, 03/12/2023]
We're seeking a new home for Homer the Muffler Man. We're selling him because we have sold the business, and the buyer doesn't want him. Our asking price is $6,000.
He's in very good condition, a 14-ft. version of the classic Muffler Man, created by Mark Cline. His accessories include a large baseball, golf club, and a baseball cap. There is a paint chip on his chin (not a hole) about the size of a quarter.
[Danny Gordon, 11/19/2019]
This original muffler man, created by local artist Mark Cline from Natural Bridge Virginia, stands 14 ft tall. He wears a red baseball hat and holds a baseball in one hand and a golf putter in the other.
We are currently holding a contest to name him, but the front runner name is "Homer." Homer will welcome you to Bedford if arriving from the south on 122, and invite you to play a round of mini golf or hit a few balls if arriving from the north on 122.
Bedford Mini Golf & Batting Zone has recently reopened after extensive renovations and under new ownership.
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Dec. 1, 2019: Homer has been sold and is moving to the Red Oak Trading Post in Coeburn, VA.