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Roanoke, VA
Best History Museums (Attractions & Activities)
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Explore Park |
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3900 Rutrough Rd, Roanoke 24014 • 540-427-1800 |
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Description:
Located on the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 115, the Explore Park is a living history museum and nature center. Exhibits here range from those depicting frontier life in the 17th and 18th centuries to those focusing on local flora and fauna. The mock-19th century Brugh Tavern offers guests an authentic frontier dining experience, and the park also has a gift shop. |
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Harrison Museum of African American Culture |
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523 Harrison Ave NW, Roanoke 24016 • 540-345-4818 |
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Description:
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, books, and craftwork. |
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History Museum of Western Virginia |
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1 Market Square Center in the Square, Roanoke 24011 • 540-342-5770 |
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Description:
Western Virginia's past comes alive at this informative museum. Exhibits span from the early Native American settlements in the area to the height of the city's railroad industry. The museum also hosts several touring exhibits, including 1999's Piedmont Airline's exhibit. There is a gift shop in the museum that sells books, toys, and genealogies. |
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Virginia Museum of Transportation |
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303 Norfolk Ave, Roanoke 24016 • 540-342-5670 |
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Description:
This restored freight station is dedicated to commemorating the rail industry that helped to establish Roanoke in the 19th century. This well-done museum houses a large collection of steam and diesel train engines, and guests can climb aboard and explore these vintage pieces. You'll also see several examples of antique passenger cars, circus cars, buses, and carriages, as well as a delightful model train exhibit. The museum has a gift shop where you can purchase prints of some of the trains on exhibit and other train memorabilia. |
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