The Virginia Room holds the library’s special collection of historical and genealogical research resources. We comprehensively collect materials for the Roanoke Valley and the Commonwealth of Virginia.The Virginia Room has the most extensive holdings for family history research in western Virginia, including thousands of family history books and files, county records and a growing collection of materials for African American Read more...

Roanoke Outside is a 501c3 organization created to showcase the region’s commitment to making outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship a core component of the Roanoke Region lifestyle. Find trails, download maps, join clubs, discover events, rent gear, buy gear, and oh so much more to plan your visit to Roanoke – in Virginia’s Blue Ridge. Read more...