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Learn plant dyes

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Discover the art of natural color in a hands-on workshop exploring plant-based dyeing techniques! Learn how to extract vibrant hues

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‘A Spy Unmasked’ topic of May 27 lecture

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Michael “Mike” Hudson, a native of Lynchburg who has worked in historic sites interpretation and historic site management for 25

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Me at the Museum “A is for Airport’

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“Me at the Museum” is back, and this year we are all about Roanoke People and Places!  Join us for

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Children’s programs include summer camp

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See what’s in for summer: Museum Explorers Camp in June is the perfect mix of creativity, adventure, and learning — right

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Exhibit details Revolutionary War

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Fifes and drums, played by youths, were prominent in the the American Revolution as were flags and the upheaval of

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Exhibit details how Link mapped out his photos

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An exhibit highlighting O. Winston Link’s “Technical Genius” is a higlight of activities recognizing the 20th birthday of the O.

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Pump Station opens in spring

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The historic Crystal Spring Pump Station opens for the season on June 1 and remains open until Sept. 1. It

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WWI gas mask at History Museum needs your vote

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 A World War I gas mask belonging to the Historical Society of Western Virginia in Roanoke is among the Top

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‘Art of Place’ exhibit ends May 6; reception May 2

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The Historical Society of Western Virginia’s The Art of Place, showcasing works by  local artists: Susan Egbert,  Angie Patton Poe,

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Stream Link Photography Video on Blue Ridge PBS ECHO

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The Historical Society documentary “Dreams in Steam, The Extraordinary Vision of W. Winston Link” premiered on Blue Ridge Public Television’s

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