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Booker T. Washington National Monument
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Address: 12130 Booker T. Washington Hwy, Hardy, VA 24101
This memorial chronicles the life and times of this influential civil rights leader, former slave turned educator, and visionary. This former tobacco farm, which was Washington's 1856 birthplace, has been reconstructed into a 224-acre living history park. In addition to the restored farm buildings, there are a visitor's center, nature trail, and...
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Address: One Market Square SE, Roanoke, VA 24011
This restored 1914 facility houses the Arts Council of the Blue Ridge, the History Museum of Western Virginia, and the Science Museum of Western Virginia and Hopkins Planetarium. The square is internationally recognized for its commitment to education and community development. Center in the Square is Western Virginia's most frequented cultural...
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Address: 5753 W Main St, Salem, VA 24153
Discover Southwest Virginia's only caverns through a most fascinating tour that journeys both up the mountain and underground. There's also a campground and pottery shop on-site.
George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
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Address: VA
Roanoke enjoys close proximity to both the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. Combined, these two parks contain approximately two million acres of public forestland. Picnic areas, campgrounds, the Foothills Trail, public hunting lands, and recreational areas are all found in this southwest corner of the Old Dominion. West of...
Harrison Museum of African American Culture
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Address: 523 Harrison Ave NW, Roanoke, VA 24016
Located in what was the first public school for black students in Western Virginia, the Harrison Museum of African American Culture holds a special place in the heart of anybody who has toured it. Inside, you'll see exhibits on local history, the Civil War, and the Civil Rights Movement. There is a museum store where visitors may purchase cards,...
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Address: 20 West Main Street, Fincastle, VA
Visitors to Historic Fincastle can expect to get a small glimpse of America as they walk around and explore this attraction near Roanoke. Guests can take a guided tour, or walk around Fincastle for free on their own. Areas of interests include 18th and 19th-century buildings, the Fincastle Museum and the Fincastle Court House, which was designed...
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Address: Parkway Spur Rd, Mill Mountain Park, Roanoke, VA 24014
On top of Roanoke's Mill Mountain, off the Blue Ridge Parkway and alongside the famous Roanoke Star, is an AZA accredited zoo that exhibits over 55 species of mammals, birds and reptiles. Animals include a Siberian Tiger, Snow Leopards, Japanese Macaques, Bald Eagles, Red Pandas, Fishing Cat, Clouded Leopard and much more! There are special...
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Address: 114 Market St, Roanoke, VA 24011
Towering above the Roanoke Valley is this magnificent, 100-foot tall star. Perched atop the pinnacle of Mill Mountain, the star was erected in 1949 and can be seen from nearly every part of the surrounding area. This visibility extends to the evening, as the star is well lit with white lights. A most appropriate monument for a city known as the...
Science Museum of Western Virginia
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Address: 1 Market Sq, Center in the Square, Roanoke, VA 24011
Located in downtown, the Science Museum of Western Virginia is an excellent place for families to spend an afternoon exploring the mysteries of science. The hands-on, interactive exhibits include a Chesapeake Bay touch tank, circulatory system models, and fiber optics displays. Discover how a tornado develops in the weather gallery, as well as...
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Address: 110 Salem Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24011
This popular museum displays a wide range of 19th and 20th century regional artwork. Also on exhibit are works by the Hudson River artists, Japanese prints, folk art and some Rodin works. Visitors may purchase fine craft items and other gifts in the museum shop.
