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Davis 23.611 West End Presbyterian
West End Presbyterian Church, located at 1200 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis 23.61 West End Presbyterian
West End Presbyterian Church, located at 1200 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis 23.52 Second Presbyterian
Second Presbyterian Church, located at 214 Mountain Avenue SW.
Davis 23.51 Second Presbyterian
Second Presbyterian Church, located at 214 Mountain Avenue SW.
Davis 23.5 Fifth Avenue Presbyterian
The old Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church, formerly located at the corner of Patton Avenue (once 5th Avenue) and 3rd Street NW. The stained glass window is the Jackson Window, installed in 1905 by Rev. L.L. Downing, the pastor of the Fifth Avenue…
Davis 23.41 First Presbyterian
First Presbyterian Church located at 2101 Jefferson Street.
Davis 23.34 Belmont Presbyterian
Belmont Presbyterian Church located at 1005 9th Street Southeast.
Davis 23.31 Belmont Presbyterian
Belmont Presbyterian Church located at 1005 9th Street Southeast.
Davis 23.216 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church, located at 1837 Grandin Road.
Davis 23.2152 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
The sanctuary of Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church.
Davis 23.2151 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Stained glass window in the sanctuary of Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church.
Davis 23.214a Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church located at 1837 Grandin Road..
Davis 23.213 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church, located at 1837 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 23.211 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church located at 1837 Grandin Road..
Davis 23.21 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church located at 1837 Grandin Road..
Davis 23.2 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian located at 1837 Grandin Road.
Davis 23.11 Old First Presbyterian
Old First Presbyterian Church, formerly located on the southwest corner of Church Avenue and 3rd Street.
Davis 23.1 Old First Presbyterian
Old First Presbyterian Church, formerly located on the Southwest corner of Church Avenue and 3rd Street.
Davis 22.97 St. John's AME Zion
Originally Bethany Presbyterian Church, the building was later used by First Methodist Episcopal Church before becoming St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, formerly located on Gilmer Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue NE.
Davis 22.95 Mt. Zion AME
Mt. Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, formerly located on Gainsboro Road near Rutherford Avenue NW.
Davis 22.911 Mount Pleasant Methodist
Mount Pleasant Methodist Church located at 3035 Mount Pleasant Boulevard.
Davis 22.82 Grace Methodist Church
Grace Methodist Church located at 4404 Williamson Road.
Davis 22.81 Northview Methodist Church
Northview Methodist Church located at 521 Ridgecrest Drive in Hollins.
Davis 22.717 Raleigh Court UMC
Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, located at 1706 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 22.716 Raleigh Court UMC
Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, located at 1706 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 22.713 Raleigh Court UMC
Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, located at 1706 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 22.712 Raleigh Court UMC
Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, located at 1706 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 22.711 Raleigh Court UMC
Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, located at 1706 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 22.71 Raleigh Court UMC
Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, located at 1706 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 22.63 Trinity Methodist Church
Trinity Methodist Church located at 305 Mountain Avenue.
Davis 22.624c Trinity UMC Group
Group photo of Trinity United Methodist parishioners.
Davis 22.624b Trinity UMC Group
Group photo of Trinity United Methodist parishioners.
Davis 22.624a Trinity Methodist Group
Group photo of Trinity United Methodist parishioners.
Davis 22.622 Trinity UMC
Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 305 Mountain Avenue SW.
Davis 22.621 Trinity UMC
Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 305 Mountain Avenue SW.
Davis 22.61 Trinity UMC
Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 305 Mountain Avenue SW.
Davis 22.6 Trinity UMC
Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 305 Mountain Avenue SW.
Davis 22.52 Belmont United Methodist Church
Belmont United Methodist Church, formerly located at 806 Jamison Avenue, is now Metropolitan Community Church.
Davis 22.51 Belmont UMC
Belmont United Methodist Church, formerly located at 806 Jamison Avenue SE. The building is now used by Metropolitan Community Church.
Davis 22.5 Belmont UMC
Belmont United Methodist Church, formerly located at 806 Jamison Avenue SE. The building is now used by Metropolitan Community Church.
Davis 22.45 Pilgrim Holiness
Pilgrim Holiness Church, formerly located at 599 19th Street NW.
Davis 22.42 West End UMC
West End United Methodist Church, located at 550 13th Street SW.
Davis 22.41 West End UMC
West End United Methodist Church, located at 550 13th Street SW.
Davis 22.4 West End UMC
West End United Methodist Church, located at 550 13th Street SW.
Davis 22.34 Melrose UMC Choir
Melrose United Methodist Church choir.
Davis 22.33 Melrose United Methodist
Melrose United Methodist Church, formerly located at 1301 Melrose Avenue.
Davis 22.32 Melrose UMC
Melrose United Methodist Church, formerly located at 1301 Melrose Avenue NW.
Davis 22.3 Melrose UMC
Melrose United Methodist Church, formerly located at 1301 Melrose Avenue NW.
Davis 22.22 Greene Memorial UMC
Greene Memorial United Methodist Church, located at 402 2nd Street SW.
Davis 22.21 Greene Memorial UMC
Greene Memorial United Methodist Church, located at 402 2nd Street SW.
Davis 22.2 Greene Memorial UMC
Greene Memorial United Methodist Church, located at 402 2nd Street SW.
Davis 22.16 St. Paul's UMC
St. Paul's United Methodist Church, located at 502 Gilmer Avenue NW.
Davis 22.15 Lee Street Methodist Episcopal
Lee Street Methodist Episcopal Church, formerly located at 3rd Street and Harrison Avenue NE.
Davis 22.1 Tazewell Avenue Methodist
Tazewell Avenue Methodist Church, formerly located at 401 Tazewell Avenue SE, is now part of the Rescue Mission.
Davis 21.8 Melrose Baptist
Melrose Baptist Church, formerly located at 1130 Melrose Avenue NW. The building is now used by Holiness Tabernacle Church of God in Christ.
Davis 21.7 High Street Baptist
High Street Baptist Church, formerly located at 23-25 Centre Avenue NW. The congregation built a new sanctuary at 2302 Florida Avenue NW in 1971. This building was razed in 1974.
Davis 21.552 Villa Heights Bible School
Group photo of Bible School attendees at Villa Heights Baptist Church.
Davis 21.551 Villa Heights Baptist Church
Villa Heights Baptist Church, formerly located at 1020 Lafayette Blvd. NW.
Davis 21.55 Villa Heights Baptist
Villa Heights Baptist Church, formerly located at 1020 Lafayette Boulevard NW.
Davis 21.54a Virginia Heights Baptist
The first sanctuary of Virginia Heights Baptist Church, located at 2014 Memorial Avenue SW.
Davis 21.545 Virginia Heights Baptist
Interior view of the current sanctuary of Virginia Heights Baptist Church, located at 2014 Memorial Avenue SW.
Davis 21.543 Virginia Heights Baptist Church
Virginia Heights Baptist Church, located at 2014 Memorial Avenue SW.
Davis 21.542 Virginia Heights Baptist
Interior view of the current sanctuary of Virginia Heights Baptist Church, located at 2014 Memorial Avenue SW.
Davis 21.531 Jefferson Street Baptist
Jefferson Street Baptist Church, formerly located at the corner of Jefferson Street and Wells Avenue NW.
Davis 21.524 Vinton Baptist Group
Group photo of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners at Bible retreat.
Davis 21.523e Vinton Baptist Group
Group photo of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners at Bible retreat.
Davis 21.523d Vinton Baptist Group
Group photo of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners at Bible retreat.
Davis 21.523a Vinton Baptist Group
Group photo of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners at Bible retreat.
Davis 21.522 Vinton Baptist Group
Group portrait of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners.
Davis 21.521 Vinton Baptist
The old sanctuary of Vinton Baptist Church, Completed in 1923, this sanctuary was used until 1986 when it was razed for the new sanctuary, located at 219 Washington Avenue.
Davis 21.52 Vinton Baptist
The old sanctuary of Vinton Baptist Church. Completed in 1923, this sanctuary was used until 1986 when it was razed for the new sanctuary, located at 219 Washington Avenue.
Davis 21.512 Oakland Baptist
A newly constructed Oakland Baptist Church on right with an inset of the original Oakland Baptist at left.
Davis 21.511 Oakland Baptist Church
Oakland Baptist Church at 3623 Roundhill Avenue
Davis 21.411 Hill Street Baptist
A group of children in front of Hill Street Baptist Church. This building was located on 5th Street NW. It was razed in 1978 as a result of "urban renewal".
Davis 21.309 Calvary Baptist
The old Calvary Baptist Church, formerly located on Campbell Avenue between 5th Street and 6th Street. This building was used until completion of the current building in 1925.
Davis 21.22 First Baptist Gainsboro
First Baptist Church was located at 407 N. Jefferson Street. Built between 1898 and 1900, it was used by the congregation until a new sanctuary was built in 1982. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. The building was…
Davis 21.215 First Baptist Church Doors
Doors of First Baptist Church at 515 3rd Street.
Davis 21.212 First Baptist
First Baptist Church, located at 515 3rd Street SW.
Davis 21.211 First Baptist
First Baptist Church, located at 515 3rd Street SW.
Davis 21.209 First Baptist
The old First Baptist Church, formerly located on opposite side of 3rd Street from the new building.
Davis 21.11 Belmont Baptist
Belmont Baptist Church, located at 825 Stewart Avenue SE.
Davis 21.1 Belmont Baptist
Belmont Baptist Church on Stewart Ave. SE and 9th Street.
Davis 2.31 Roanoke Supply Company
Unidentified group of Shriners standing on sidewalk in front of Roanoke Supply Company store, located at 101 W. Salem Avenue.
Davis 2.28 Boxley Building
Still under construction in this photograph, the Boxley Building was built by W.W. Boxley, then mayor of Roanoke. The building is located at 416 S. Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.27 Professional Arts Building
Constructed in 1929, the Professional Arts Building, formerly known as the Medical Arts Building, is located at 30 Franklin Road.
Davis 2.26 Anchor Building
The Anchor Building under construction. Built by Roanoke Gas Company, it was completed in 1910 and is located at the corner of 1st Street and Kirk Avenue. The building was used by Roanoke Gas until 1931 when Shenandoah Life Insurance Company…
Davis 2.25 Roanoke Fair
Looking north of Jefferson Street from Campbell Avenue at crowd gathered for Roanoke Fair.
Davis 2.249 Pythian Building
Knights of Pythias, Oceola Number 47, located at 5 Franklin Road SW.
Davis 2.243 Elks Parade Car
Car decorated for a parade with Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks regalia.
Davis 2.242 Elks Lodge
Roanoke Lodge #197 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. The lodge once stood on the corner of Jefferson Street and Franklin Road.
Davis 2.241 Elks Lodge
Roanoke Lodge #197 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. The lodge once stood on the corner of Jefferson Street and Franklin Road.
Davis 2.24 Elks Lodge 197
Roanoke Lodge #197 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. The lodge stood on the corner of Jefferson Street and Franklin Road where Anthem is now located.
Davis 2.23 J.M. Gambill
Proffit Cobbler Shop and J.M. Gambill Wholesale Grocers on Salem Avenue. Edward Franklin Proffit on left.
Davis 2.22 J. Kefauver & Sons Repository
The Kefauver Repository was a large warehouse built on the site of the present Municipal Building between 1874 and 1878 and faced Commerce St. It was known as Kefauver's Folly in that Kefauver & Son originated the Central Manufacturing Company and…
Davis 2.21 Jefferson and Campbell Intersection
Intersection of Jefferson Street and Campbell Avenue. Sign for Rialto Theater visible on right. The Rialto was known for showing westerns.
Davis 2.163 Campbell Avenue
Looking east on Campbell Avenue near the Jefferson Street intersection. On the right is the First National Exchange Bank; visible on the left are Hanover Shoes, Virginia Dare Dresses and United Cigars.
Davis 2.162 Salem Avenue
Looking east on Salem Avenue from Henry Street (now 1st). This row of storefronts included a bowling alley; liquor store,;L.A. Tolbert Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing; Brady's Bar and Restaurant; a barbershop and a pool hall.
Davis 2.161 2nd Street
A view of 2nd Street. George Davis is leaning against the lamp post.
Davis 2.16 Salem Avenue
A view of Salem Avenue at 2nd Street.
Davis 2.14 Cornerstone Laying Masonic Temple
Cornerstone placement at the Masonic Temple, formerly located at the intersection of Campbell Avenue and Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1381 S.H. Davis Pictures
S.H. Davis Pictures, formerly located at 136 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.135 Butler's Shoes
Butler's Shoes, formerly located on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.134 Leggett's
Leggett's, formerly located at 112 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis 2.1337 West on Campbell
Looking West on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1336 West on Campbell Ave.
Looking West on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1335 West Campbell
Looking west on Campbell Avenue from the Jefferson Street intersection.
Davis 2.1334 West on Campbell
Looking west on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1333 West on Campbell
Looking west on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1323 East on Campbell
Looking east on Campbell Avenue from Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1322 East on Campbell
Looking east on Campbell Avenue from Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1321 East on Campbell
Looking east on Campbell Avenue from 1st Street.
Davis 2.1313 Barr Brothers
Barr Brothers Jewelers, formerly located at 4 Campell Avenue SE.
Davis 2.1312a Joy Shop
Joy Shop located at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1311 Joy Shop
Joy Shop, formerly located at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.121 Jefferson and Franklin
View of the building on the corner of Jefferson Street and Franklin Road. Among the businesses occupying this area were the Jefferson Street Pharmacy, Morgan's Restaurant, Katheryne Marechal Beauty Salon, John Norman Tayloring and the Park Theatre. …
Davis 2.12 Kazim Temple Band
Kazim Temple Band in Christmas parade. Looking northeast on Jefferson Street from the corner of Day Avenue.
Davis 2.112 N&W Office
Norfolk & Western Office on the 500 block of S. Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.111a Advance Auto
Original Advance Auto Parts, formerly located at 503 S. Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1115 South on Jefferson
Looking south on Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1114 South on Jefferson
Looking south on Jefferson Street. Signs for Jefferson Cafe, Jefferson Hotel and Hotel Colonial line the left side of the street. Signs for Rex Taylor's and the Patrick Henry Hotel are visible on the right side of the street.
Davis 2.1113 South on Jefferson
Looking south on Jefferson Street from Luck Avenue intersection.
Davis 2.1112 South on Jefferson
Looking south on Jefferson Street from Campbell Avenue intersection.
Davis 2.111 North on Jefferson
Looking north on the 500 block of Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1 Jefferson and Franklin
The northwest corner of Jefferson Street and Franklin Road. Park Theater visible on right. The marquee reads, "Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino in Beyond the Rocks". Building to the right of the theatre was vacant at the time.
Davis 19b RRYMCA
A rear view of the Railroad YMCA, formerly located at 12th Street and Shenandoah Avenue. The building was razed in 1947.
Davis 19a RRYMCA
Railroad YMCA, formerly located at 12th Street and Shenandoah Avenue. The building was razed in 1947.
Davis 19.821 English Gardens
English Gardens apartment complex at the corner of Memorial Avenue and Fauquier Street SW.
Davis 19.82 Denniston Apartments
Apartment complex located in the 2300 block of Denniston Avenue SW.
Davis 19.814 Terrace Apartments
A view of several buildings of the Terrace Apartments (formerly Wood Apartments) located in Raleigh Court.
Davis 19.813 Terrace Apartments
A view of several buildings of the Terrace Apartments (formerly Wood Apartments) located in Raleigh Court.
Davis 19.812 Terrace Apartments
A view of several buildings of the Terrace Apartments (formerly Wood Apartments) located in Raleigh Court.
Davis 19.811 Terrace Apartments
A view of several buildings of the Terrace Apartments (formerly Wood Apartments) located in Raleigh Court.
Davis 19.141 YWCA
The Young Women's Christian Association formed a Roanoke chapter in 1914. This building was built around 1930 at the 605 1st Street SW.
Davis 19.14 YWCA
The YWCA located at the corner of Franklin Road and 1st Street.
Davis 19.01 Victory Stadium
Victory Stadium opened in 1942. It would host many events in its 6 decade existence, including the annual Thanksgiving Day Harvest Bowl football game between Virginia Tech and Virginia Military Institute. The stadium was razed in 2006.
Davis 18.52 Roanoke Wastewater Treatment Plant
Roanoke Wasterwater Treatment Plant off of Brownlee Avenue in Southeast.
Davis 18.51c CC Water Treatment Facility Interior
Interior view of Carvins Cove Water Treatment Facility
Davis 18.51a Water Treatment Facility
Unidentified water treatment facility.
Davis 18.2 Civic Center Model
An archetectural model of the Roanoke Civic Center.
Davis 17.12a Roanoke College Faculty
The faculty of Roanoke College pose for a group portrait in front of the Administration Building.
Davis 17.121b H. Sherman Oberly
Sixth President of Roanoke College, Dr. H. Sherman Oberly, is pictured on the right next to an unidentitifed faculty member.
Davis 17.121a RC Class of 1950
Members of the Roanoke College Class of 1950 pose for a portrait with faculty members in front of the Administration Building.
Davis 17.11 Alumni Gymnasium
A rendering by Frye and Stone Architects of the Alumni Gymnasium at Roanoke College.
Davis 16.9 Shenandoah Hotel
The Shenandoah Hotel opened on 5 November 1909. Originally consisting of two buildings, separated by an 8-foot alley, the Salem Avenue facing building seen here would later become the Hotel Lee followed by the Hotel Earle. The building was destroyed…
Davis 16.78 Roanoker Motor Lodge
The Roanoker Motor Lodge, formerly located at 7645 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.77 Roanoker Motor Lodge
The Roanoker Motor Lodge, formerly located at 7645 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.76 Roanoke Shangri La Motel
View of the Shangri La Motel and Sign, once located at 5125 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.75 Motel Hollins
Motel Hollins, formerly located at 1231 Lee HIghway.
Davis 16.7411 Holiday Inn
The sign for the Holiday Inn of America in Roanoke, formerly located at 7120 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.731 Hitching Post Motel
The sign for the Hitching Post Motel, which was located at 7656 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.72 Big Oak Motel
Big Oak Motel was located at 2501 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.71 Monticello Motel
Monticello Motel was located at 5046 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.6 Air Castle Court
Air Castle Court Motel, formerly located at 7121 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.5 Raleigh Tavern
Raleigh Tavern, Roanoke's first hotel, was located on Lynchburg (Orange) Avenue NE. Built in the early 1800s and long known as Pate's Tavern, it was a popular stopping-place on the north-south stages or on the road from Lynchburg west to Seven Mile…
Davis 16.4375 Dining Room
Waitstaff poses next to table prepared for a banquet in the Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.4371 Pastry Display
Pastry chef and Kazim Shriner pose next to a pastry display for the Shriners at the Patrick Henry.
Davis 16.437 PH Kitchen Staff
Unidentified kitchen staff in the ballroom of the Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.436 PH Guest Room
A typical guest room in the Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.435 PH Lobby
Lobby of the Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.434 PH Ballroom
The ballroom of the Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.4321 PH Dining
Interior view of the Terrace Dining Room inside the Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.4311 PH Coffee Shop
Interior view of the coffee shop located inside the Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.431 Patrick Henry Hotel Display
Display in the coffee shop window for the VMI/VPI game.
Davis 16.43 PH Ballroom
Patrick Henry Hotel ballroom prepared for a banquet.
Davis 16.422 Patrick Henry
Close-up showing main entrance to the Patrick Henry Hotel on Jefferson Street.
Davis 16.421 Patrick Henry Hotel
The Patrick Henry is seen from Elmwood Park.
Davis 16.41a Patrick Henry
The Patrick Henry as seen from Elmwood Park.
Davis 16.415 Patrick Henry
The Patrick Henry Hotel as seen from Elmwood Park.
Davis 16.414 Patrick Henry Hotel
View of the Patrick Henry from Elmwood Park.
Davis 16.411 Patrick Henry
Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.31 Rorer Park Hotel
Rorer Park Hotel. The hotel was purchased by the citizens of Roanoke and presented to the Alleghany Institute, a school for boys. The Institute used this structure for three years.
Davis 16.28 Hotel Roanoke
Looking north at Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.2791 Writing Room
The Writing Room in Hotel Roanoke. This space is now an extension of the Pine Room Pub.
Davis 16.279 Hotel Lobby
The lobby of Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.278 Private Dining Room
A private dining room in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.277 Regency Room
The Regency Room, Hotel Roanoke's main dining room.
Davis 16.276 Guest Room
A typical guest room in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.275 Ballroom
The ballroom in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.274 Private Parlor
A view of one of the private parlors in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.273 English Lounge
English Lounge in Hotel Roanoke. This space is now called the Pine Room.
Davis 16.272 Cigar Counter
Cigar Counter in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.271 Palm Court
Palm Court in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.2690 Hotel Roanoke
West entrance of the Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.269 Hotel Roanoke
West entrance of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.268 Hotel Roanoke
Main entrance of Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.267 Hotel Roanoke
Main entrance of Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.266 Hotel Roanoke
Exterior of garage at Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.265 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.264 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.263 Hotel Roanoke
Entrance of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.262 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.261 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.26 Hotel Roanoke
Night scene of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.251 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.25 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.24 Hotel Roanoke Construction
The Hotel Roanoke during the construction of an addition by the Virginia Bridge Company.
Davis 16.23 Hotel Roanoke Construction
The Hotel Roanoke under construction. Construction by the Virginia Bridge Company.
Davis 16.22 Hotel Roanoke Construction
The Hotel Roanoke under construction. Construction by the Virginia Bridge Company.
Davis 16.2102 Hotel Roanoke Construction
Hotel Roanoke shown during contruction of addition.
Davis 16.2101 Hotel Roanoke
The Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.210 Hotel Roanoke Sign
Sign for the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.21 Hotel Roanoke
The Hotel Roanoke has gone through mulitple renovations, due to fire and to increase its size. This undated photo depicts the hotel in one of its many "phases". Despite the renovations, the hotel has maintained its distinctive style.
Davis 16.2091 Hotel Roanoke
An aerial view of the Hotel Roanoke. Roanoke Auditorium visible in upper right corner.
Davis 16.209 Hotel Roanoke Aerial
An aerial view of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.207 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.206 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.205 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.204 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.2022 Hotel Roanoke
Bird's eye view of Hotel Roanoke. Spires of St. Andrew's Cathedral can be seen in upper left corner.
Davis 16.2021 Hotel Roanoke
An early view of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.202 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke was built in 1882 by the Norfolk and Western Railway.
Davis 16.2011 Hotel Roanoke, 1886
The Hotel Roanoke in 1886.
Davis 16.201 Hotel Roanoke Fire
In July 1898, a fire started in the kitchen of the hotel. This photo makes the fire appear worse than it actually was, as the hotel was only closed for several months. Notice the furniture on the lawn; hotel guests and employees removed what they…
Davis 16.1 Ponce de Leon
The Ponce de Leon Hotel at 131 Campbell Avenue. This building was constructed in 1931 on the foundation of the previous Ponce de Leon which burned in 1931.
Davis 15.721 Fintel Library
Fintel Library at Roanoke College.
Davis 15.72 Fintel Library
Fintel Library at Roanoke College.
Davis 15.711 Fishburn Library
Interior view of the reading room in the Fishburn Library at Hollins College.
Davis 15.71 Fishburn Library
The Fishburn Library at Hollins College.
Davis 15.631 Virginia Heights Book Station
Interior view of the Virginia Heights Book Station. The Virginia Heights Book Station was a precursor to the Raleigh Court Branch Library. It was located in the Masonic Lodge building at Grandin Road and Memorial Avenue.
Davis 15.63 Raleigh Court Library
The Raleigh Court Library was located at 1916 Memorial Avenue. The building is now used by Pop's Ice Cream.
Davis 15.625-3 Melrose Branch Library
The Melrose Branch Library was constructed in 1947 at a cost of $19,947.00
Davis 15.625-2 Melrose Branch Library
The newly constructed Melrose Branch Library at 2318 Melrose Avenue. The sign reads, "New Library constructed for your convenience and assistance by the City of Roanoke".
Davis 15.625-1 Melrose Branch Library
Roanoke Librarian Pearl Hinesley stands in front of the newly constructed Melrose Branch.
Davis 15.621 Melrose Branch Library
Interior view of Melrose Branch Library after it was relocated from 15th Street and Melrose to the basement of Melrose School at 1100 Melrose Avenue.
Davis 15.62 Melrose Branch Library
The Melrose Book Station, located at Melrose Avenue and 15th Street. In 1929, the "Book Station" was moved to the basement of Melrose School at 1100 Melrose Avenue. In 1933 it was moved to a vacant store at 1801 Melrose Avenue. In 1948, the branch…
Davis 15.617 Gainsboro Branch Library
A female member of the US Air Force at a children's program at the Gainsboro Branch Library.
Davis 15.615 Gainsboro Branch Library
Early view of the Gainsboro Branch Library. The building was completed in 1941 at a cost of $23,970.24.
Davis 15.612-2 Library Shelving
Basement storage shelving at the Gainsboro Branch.
Davis 15.612 Library Shelving
Basement storage shelving at the Gainsboro Branch.
Davis 15.611 Gainsboro Branch Library
Interior of the Gainsboro Branch Roanoke Public Library.
Davis 15.61 Gainsboro Library Interior
Roanoke Public Library's Gainsboro Branch found its beginnings in the Odd Fellows Hall, formerly located at the corner of Patton Avenue and Gainsboro Road. It would relocate to the current building in 1942.
Davis 15.23 Patrons in Reference
The reference room in the old library about 1947.
Davis 15.222 Reading & Reference Room
Interior view of Main Library reading and reference rooms when it was located in the Terry House.
Davis 15.221 Main Library Interior
Roanoke Public Library. Circulation desk and main room.
Davis 15.22 Main Library Interior
Interior view of the first library. The desk in this photo is currently used in the Virginia Room.
Davis 15.212 Patrons in Reference
Ladies in the reference room.
Davis 15.211 Storytime at Roanoke Public Libraries
Children gather for storytime at the Main Library.
Davis 15.21 RPL Storytime
Roanoke Public Library auditorium of the first public library in Terry home during children's book week story hour.
Davis 15.15 Roanoke City Library
The Main branch of Roanoke Public Libraries.
Davis 15.14 Old Library Building
Roanoke Public Library as seen from across Jefferson Street.
Davis 15.13 Library & Elmwood Park
Terry home in Elmwood Park shortly after its conversion to the first library.
Davis 15.121 Terry House
A view of the Terry House from the driveway on Jefferson Street. The Terry House would become Roanoke's first public library in 1921.
Davis 15.12 Library Entrance
Jefferson Street entrance to the first Roanoke Public Library.
Davis 15.112 Library Float
Roanoke Public Library float in a parade.
Davis 15.11 Roanoke Public Library
View of the first Roanoke Public Library from across Elmwood Park. The building, known as the Terry House, was purchased with Elmwood Park by the city in 1911 for $150,000.
Davis 15.02 Library Opening Day
A band plays at the Roanoke Public Library's opening day celebration in Elmwood Park.
Davis 15.01 Pearl Hinesley
Roanoke Public Library's first Librarian, Pearl Hinesley. Miss Hinesley served 30 years in Roanoke Public Libraries, from 1921-1951.
Davis 14.95 Coyner Springs
A partial view of one of the wards in Coyner Springs Sanatorium.
Davis 14.94 Coyner Springs
View of main corridor on lower floor of Coyner Springs Sanatorium.
Davis 14.93 Coyner Springs
Rear view of Coyner Springs Sanatorium.
Davis 14.92 Coyner Springs
Side view of Coyner Springs Sanatorium showing courtyard and "colored" entrance.
Davis 14.91 Coyner Springs
View of front of Coyner Springs Sanatorium, built in 1939 as a tuberculosis sanatorium on the former grounds of Coyner Springs Resort.
Davis 14.9 Coyner Springs
Front view of center section, showing entrance and offices on lower floor and nurses' quarters on second floor of Coyner Springs Sanatorium.
Davis 14.84 Catawba Sanatorium
The main hospital building at Catawba Sanatorium.
Davis 14.83 Nurse's Room
Interior view of a typical room in the nurses' building at Catawba Sanatorium. The sanatorium was established in 1908 to quarantine and treat individuals with tuberculosis. Today, Catawba Hospital provides psychiatric and geriatric care.
Davis 14.82 Catawba Sanatorium
Nurses relax in the living room of the nurses' building at Catawba Sanatorium. The sanatorium was established in 1908 to quarantine and treat individuals with tuberculosis. Today, Catawba Hospital provides psychiatric and geriatric care.
Davis 14.81 Nurses' Building
Nurses' building at Catawba Sanatorium. The sanatorium was established in 1908 to quarantine and treat individuals with tuberculosis. Today, Catawba Hospital provides psychiatric and geriatric care.
Davis 14.7 Community Hospital
Aerial view of Community Hospital. Orchard Hill is in the background.
Davis 14.6 Gill Memorial
Gill Memorial Hospital was built in 1926. It was the first hospital in Virginia exclusively providing treatment for eye, ear, nose and throat conditions. It remained in independent operation until 1976, when it was acquired by Roanoke Memorial.
Davis 14.51 Roanoke Hospital
Founded in 1899, Roanoke Hospital was the predecessor to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
Davis 14.481 Lewis-Gale Hospital Nursing Class
Nursing graduate class of 1941. Lewis Gale Hospital.
Davis 14.47 Lewis-Gale Hospital
Lewis-Gale Hospital was built in 1909 as a partnership between Dr. Sparrell Gale and Dr. J.N. Lewis. The original hospital stood at the northwest corner of 3rd Street and Luck Avenue.
Davis 14.42 Lewis-Gale Hospital
Lewis-Gale Hospital was built in 1909 as a partnership between Dr. Sparrell Gale and Dr. JN Lewis. The original hospital stood at the corner of 3rd Street and Luck Avenue. This photo was taken before the completion of the 1938 addition. The photo…
Davis 14.41 Lewis-Gale Hospital
Lewis-Gale Hospital was built in 1909 as a partnership between Dr. Sparrell Gale and Dr. JN Lewis. The original hospital stood at the corner of 3rd Street and Luck Avenue. This photo was taken before the completion of the 1938 addition. This photo…
Davis 14.35 Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hospital is structure on the left. It was located on Franklin Road; view looking at intersection with Walnut Avenue.
Davis 14.34 Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hospital, founded in 1907 by Dr. Hugh Trout, was the predecessor of Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital. Formerly located at 1313 Franklin Road SW, the hospital closed in 1967 and was later razed.
Davis 14.331 Jefferson Nursing Class
Jefferson Hospital nursing class of 1944.
Davis 14.33 Jefferson Hospital Nursing Class
The nursing class of 1947 on the steps of Jefferson Hospital.
Davis 14.32 Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hospital, which was founded in 1907 by Dr. Hugh Trout, was a predecessor to Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital. Formerly located at 1313 Franklin Road SW, the hospital closed in 1967 and was later razed.
Davis 14.22 Shenandoah Hospital
Shenandoah Hospital, formerly located at 712 Campbell Avenue. Built in 1912, the 65-bed hospital closed in 1974. The building was razed in 1976.
Davis 14.21 Shenandoah Hospital
Shenandoah Hospital, formerly located at 712 Campbell Avenue. Built in 1912, the 65-bed hospital closed in 1974. The building was razed in 1976.
Davis 14.2 Shenandoah Hospital
Shenandoah Hospital, formerly located at 712 Campbell Avenue. Built in 1912, the 65-bed hospital closed in 1974. The building was razed in 1976.
Davis 14.12 Burrell Memorial Hospital
Roanoke's first African-American hospital, Burrell Memorial, was founded in 1915 in a small cottage on Henry Street. It soon outgrew the Henry Street location and moved into the former Alleghany Institute, a school for boys located at 611 McDowell…
Davis 14.11 Burrell Hospital Staff
Doctor and nursing staff standing in front of first Burrell Memorial Hospital. This building is the former Alleghany Boys Institute. Burrell was the only African American hospital in Roanoke during segregation. Individuals unidentified.
Davis 14.1 Burrell Memorial Hospital
Roanoke's first African-American hospital, Burrell Memorial, was founded in 1915 in a small cottage on Henry Street. It soon outgrew the Henry Street location and moved into the former Alleghany Institute, a school for boys located at 611 McDowell…
Davis 14.01 St. Charles Hospital
The St. Charles Hospital was located at 533 Mountain Avenue SW. It was opened in 1913 under the direction of Dr. J.C. Burke. It closed in 1934. The building is now used as apartments.
Davis 13.14 Roanoke County Courthouse
The old Roanoke County Courthouse, located at 301 E. Main Street in Salem was completed in 1910. Offices moved to a new building in 1985. The building is now owned by Roanoke College.
Davis 13.11 Courthouse and Jail
Courthouse and jail on Campbell Avenue and 2nd Street.
Davis 12.4 Commonwealth Building
Originally constructed as the United States Post Office and Federal Courthouse in 1932, the Commonwealth Building is located at 220 Church Avenue.
Davis 12.2 Post Office
Roanoke's first post office as seen from the east side of Henry Street (now 1st Street) looking toward Campbell Avenue.
Davis 12.1 Roanoke Post Office
Roanoke Post Office was located on the northeast corner of Church Avenue and 1st Street.
Davis 11.951 Roanoke College
Aerial view of Roanoke College.
Davis 11.95 Roanoke Technical Institute
Roanoke Technical Institute, now called Virginia Western Community College.
Davis 11.9 Classroom
Typical classroom of an unknown Roanoke school.
Davis 11.8 Andrew Lewis High
Andrew Lewis High School, (now Middle School) is located at 616 S. College Avenue in Salem.
Davis 11.73 Oakland Elementary
Oakland Elementary School, formerly located at 3229 Williamson Road NW. Oakland is now the Noel C. Taylor Learning Academy at Oakland.
Davis 11.711 Preston Park Elementary
Preston Park Elementary School.
Davis 11.671 Roanoke Catholic School
Roanoke Catholic School.
Davis 11.67 Roanoke Catholic School
Roanoke Catholic School.
Davis 11.66-2 Patrick Henry High School
Patrick Henry High School under construction.
Davis 11.66 Patrick Henry High School
Patrick Henry High School under construction.
Davis 11.6521 Jefferson High School Students
Jefferson High School junior class.
Davis 11.65 Jefferson High School
Jefferson High School from Campbell Avenue.
Davis 11.62 Lucy Addison High
Lucy Addison High School, shortly after completion of the addition.
Davis 11.61 Lucy Addison High School
Lucy Addison High School after completion of the addition.
Davis 11.6 Lucy Addison High School
Lucy Addison High School shortly after construction
Davis 11.51 Stonewall Jackson Middle
Stonewall Jackson Middle School, located at 1004 Montrose Avenue. The school's name was changed to John P. Fishwick Middle School in 2018.
Davis 11.5 Stonewall Jackson Middle School
Stonewall Jackson Middle School, located at 1004 Montrose Avenue. The school name was changed to John P. Fishwick Middle School in 2018.
Davis 11.45 Woodrow Wilson Middle
Woodrow Wilson Middle School, located at 1813 Carter Road SW.
Davis 11.4 Lee Junior High
Lee Junior High School, formerly located at Franklin Road and 2nd Street.
Davis 11.363 Raleigh Court Elementary
Raleigh Court Elementary School
Davis 11.362 Raleigh Court Elementary
Raleigh Court Elementary School
Davis 11.361 Raleigh Court Elementary School
Raleigh Court Elementary School
Davis 11.36 Raleigh Court Elementary School
Raleigh Court Elementary School
Davis 11.351 Hurt Park Elementary
Hurt Park Elementary, located at 1525 Salem Avenue.
Davis 11.35 Hurt Park Elementary School
Hurt Park Elementary School, located at 1525 Salem Avenue.
Davis 11.341 Westside Elementary
Westside Elementary School
Davis 11.34 Westside Elementary School
Westside Elementary School
Davis 11.331 Fairview Elementary
Fairview Elementary School
Davis 11.33 Fairview Elementary School
Fairview Elementary School
Davis 11.32 Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Davis 11.31 Norwich School
Norwich School opened in 1891 in the 2200 block of Roanoke Avenue SW. The school was closed in 1979.
Davis 11.28 Back Creek School
The original Back Creek School, located just off of Route 221, was used until the current Back Creek Elementary was constructed in 1937.
Davis 11.23 Gilmer School
Gilmer School once stood on Gilmer Avenue in the general area of the Roanoke Civic Center.
Davis 11.22 Morningside Elementary
Morningside Elementary School, located at 1716 Wilson Street SE.
Davis 11.211 West End School
Rear of West End School, formerly located at 912 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 11.21 West End School
West End Elementary School, formerly located at 918 Campbell Avenue. In this photo, the school is nearing completion.
Davis 11.2 West End Elementary
West End Elementary school.
Davis 11.15 Melrose Class
Students of Melrose School.
Davis 11.12 Belmont Elementary
Belmont Elementary School was located on Dale Avenue in southeast Roanoke. The school was built in 1891 and remained in operation until 1974 when Fallon Park Elementary School was completed.
Davis 11.1 Belmont Elementary
Belmont Elementary School was located on Dale Avenue in southeast Roanoke. The school was built in 1891 and remained in operation until 1974 when Fallon Park Elementary School was completed.
Davis 11.01 Class of Alleghany Institute
Class of the Alleghany Institute. Burrell Memorial Hospital took it over and built the hospital.
Davis 106 Golden Jubilee
Spectators gather in front of the Municipal Building on Campbell Avenue to watch the Golden Jubilee parade.
Davis 102.1 Heironimus and Brugh Float
Float decorated by Heironimus and Brugh Department Store for the Roanoke Decennial Parade.
Davis 101.22 Glidden Tour
Glidden Tour cars parked in Marstellar's garage on Church Avenue.
Davis 101.21 Labor Day Picnic
Labor Day, 1891
Davis 101.12 Liberty Bell Reception
Soldiers guarding the Liberty Bell in Roanoke. Hotel Roanoke is visible in the background. The Liberty Bell stopped in Roanoke during its tour through the United States in 1895.
Davis 101.1 Liberty Bell
Soldiers guarding the Liberty Bell in Roanoke. Hotel Roanoke is visible in the background. The Liberty Bell stopped in Roanoke during its tour through the United States in 1895.
Davis 100 General Outdoor Advertising
General Outdoor Advertising Company was located in the old St. John's Episcopal Church on the corner of Church Avenue and 2nd Street. The church is hardly visible due to the billboard display surrounding it.
Davis 1.97 Springtime in Elmwood
Spring in Elmwood Park with a view of St. John's Episcopal Church.
Davis 1.951 Japanese Magnolia at night
A nighttime view of the Japanese Magnolia in Elmwood Park.
Davis 1.95 Japanese Magnolia
Japanese Magnolia in Elmwood Park.
Davis 1.94 Elmwood Park
A view of Elmwood Park from the northwest corner of Bullitt Avenue and Jefferson Street.
Davis 1.93 Elmwood Park
View of Elmwood Park from the corner of Jefferson Street and Elm Avenue. Tennis courts visible at right.
Davis 1.921 Elmwood Park
View of Elmwood Park looking from southwest corner of Elm Avenue and Jefferson Street. Terry home and tennis courts visible.
Davis 1.92 Elmwood Park
View from Elmwood Park looking toward southwest corner of Jefferson Street and Elm Avenue.
Davis 1.91 Elmwood Park
A view of Elmwood Park from the corner of Jefferson Street and Bullitt Avenue.
Davis 1.822 N&W freight station
Norfolk & Western freight station. Looking southwest toward downtown. View of buildings on Norfolk Avenue. St. James Hotel in background.
Davis 1.81 Tinker Creek
Looking east on Orange Avenue at Tinker Creek.
Davis 1.81 Tinker Creek
Looking east on Orange Avenue NE at Tinker Creek.
Davis 1.8 Memorial Bridge Playground
Children in sandbox at playgound under Memorial Bridge.
Davis 1.414 Crystal Spring gazebo & house
Crystal Spring showing gazebo and house on hill above.
Davis 1.413 McClanahan's Mill
Built in the 1750s, this flume and waterwheel were all that remained when this photo was taken sometime before 1890. The flume and waterwheel were demolished in 1890. This mill lended its name to Mill Mountain.
Davis 1.41 Crystal Spring
"Crystal Spring as it looked in the early days of Roanoke." Engraving of photo.
Davis 1.323 Carlton Terrace Building
Carlton Terrace Apartments, formerly located in the 900 block of Jefferson Street.
Davis 1.322 Carlton Terrace
Entrance of Carlton Terrace, formerly located in the 900 block of Jefferson Street.
Davis 1.321 Carlton Terrace
Looking north on Jefferson Street in the 900 block, Carlton Terrace is on the right.
Davis 1.32 Carlton Terrace
Carlton Terrace apartment building, formerly located in the 900 block of Jefferson Street.
Davis 1.312 Roanoke heaviest snowfall
Roanoke's heaviest snowfall. Shown is Knepp & Company, formerly located at Jefferson Street and Church Avenue. Men shovel snow off of roof. View looking south.
Davis 1.311 Knepp & Co.
Knepp & Company Livery Stable, formerly located on the northwest corner of Jefferson Street and Church Avenue.
Davis 1.31 Walnut and Jefferson
Corner store formerly located at the intersection of Walnut Avenue and Jefferson Street. Walnut Avenue Meat Market, Hutson's Grocery and the American Cafe were among its tenants. The Bridge Inn is just visible at left.
Davis 1.253 2nd and Day
The northeast corner of 2nd Street and Day Avenue.
Davis 1.21 Elks Carnival High Wire Act
Elks Carnival high wire act, looking west toward 3rd Street. St. Mark's Lutheran Church and Rorer Hall in visible in background.
Davis 1.14 Mill Mountain
Looking southeast toward Mill Mountain from just across Day Avenue between 1st Street and Jefferson Street. The large multi-story building left of center was Jefferson Apartments. Nearly all of the buildings seen in the foreground have been razed.
Davis 1.13 State & City
The first 3 floors of the State & City Building were built in 1905 for the State & City Bank. The additional 5 floors were added in the late 1920s. In 2008, the State & City building became Roanoke's first LEED certified building in the city. It…
Davis 1.12 View from McBain building.
View from the roof of the McBain building. Post office tower in foreground.
Davis 1.1 Franklin Road Bridge
Franklin Road bridge over Roanoke River.
Davis 1.01 Big Lick 1881-82
Looking northwest from Elmwood Park. This is the earliest known photo of what would become the City of Roanoke.
David A. Bowers
Date of Birth: May 11, 1952
Mayor from July 1, 1992 to June 30, 2000 and July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2016
Mayor from July 1, 1992 to June 30, 2000 and July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2016
CW Map
A cat map of the Gainsboro Library.
CSE106.7
1949; Group of students standing in front of the Booker T. Washington Memorial Cabin where he was born enslaved. Well sculpture honoring Booker T. Washington is in front of the students. Located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE106.6
1949; Booker T. Washington Memorial Cabin where he was born enslaved. Located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE106.5
1949; Two unidentified men standing in front of the Booker T. Washington memorial cabin where he was born enslaved at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE106.4
1949; Unidentified partially constructed building. Assumedly at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE106.3
1949; Group of students working on the roof of the partially constructed Hopkins hall. Located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE106.2
1949; Unidentified building assumedly on the land of the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE106.1
1949; President Sidney J. Phillips looking at an unidentified building. Assumedly located at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE105.9
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Group of students working on a construction project. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.8
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Two students working on top of a construction project. President Sidney J. Phillips (right) speaking with an unidentified man. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.7
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Group of students working on bricklaying and construction exercises. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.6
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Group of students being shown a diagram. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.5
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Groups of students working on automobiles; assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.4
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Groups of students working on automobiles; assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.3
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Large group of students gathered around damaged mid-twentieth century vehicle. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.23
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Brick fireplace. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.22
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Student looking down at two brick fireplaces. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.21
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Beauty school students completing client requests. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.20
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Beauty school students completing client requests. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.2
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Damaged mid-twentieth century automobile. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.19
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Two unidentified women sitting across from a desk from each other. Assumedly located at the Roanoke Branch of the Booker T. Washington Industrial Trade School.
CSE105.18
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Unidentified men sitting at a desk in front of a chalkboard.
CSE105.17
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Unidentified men sitting at a desk in front of a chalkboard.
CSE105.16
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Group of students at typewriters. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.15
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Group of students being shown something on the chalkboard by a teacher. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.14
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Group of students being shown something on the chalkboard by a teacher. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.13
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Group of students working on radio, electrical, or mechanical machinery. Assumedly the Roanoke Branch of the Booker T. Washington Industrial Trade School.
CSE105.12
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; President Sidney J. Phillips (left), talking with an unidentified man with two students in the background. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.11
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; President Sidney J. Phillips (left), talking with an unidentified man with two students in the background. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.10
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Group of students being shown a diagram. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE105.1
May 1949, Feb. 1950, March 1950; Damaged mid-twentieth century automobile. Assumedly the Roanoke branch of Booker T. Washington Trade School.
CSE104.5
May 1949, 1950; Groups of students standing in front of bricklaying works. Assumedly located at the Roanoke Branch of the Booker T. Washington Industrial Trade School.
CSE104.4
May 1949, 1950; Groups of students standing in front of bricklaying works. Assumedly located at the Roanoke Branch of the Booker T. Washington Industrial Trade School.
CSE104.3
May 1949, 1950; Groups of students standing in front of bricklaying works. Assumedly located at the Roanoke Branch of the Booker T. Washington Industrial Trade School.
CSE104.2
May 1949, 1950; Group of students participating in a bricklaying exercise. Assumedly located at the Roanoke Branch of the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE104.1
May 1949, 1950; Group of students participating in a bricklaying exercise. Assumedly located at the Roanoke Branch of the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE103.9
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; President Sidney J. Phillips and, possibly, Mrs. Virginia Hurt Phillips stand in a kitchen, looking at a piece of paper that says, "Nehi Bottling Company."
CSE103.8
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; Group of five adults and one baby stand in front of a car at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial for a picture. President Sidney J. Phillips stands on the far left. Mrs. Ada Chapell on far right.
CSE103.7
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; Group of five adults and one baby stand in front of a car at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial for a picture. President Sidney J. Phillips stands on the far left. Mrs. Ada Chapell on far right.
CSE103.6
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; President Sidney J. Phillips speaking into some kind of radio equipment. Assumedly located at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE103.5
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; President Sidney J. Phillips speaking into some kind of radio equipment. Assumedly located at the Booker T. Washington Memorial Birthplace.
CSE103.4
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; President Sidney J. Phillips stands among the crops. Unknown building in the background. Assumedly located at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE103.3
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; President Sidney J. Phillips stands among the crops. Unknown building in the background. Assumedly located at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE103.2
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; President Sidney J. Phillips stands among the crops. Unknown building in the background. Located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE103.14
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; Group of four women stand around a table sorting and packing mail. Possibly Mrs. Virginia Hurt Phillips second from right. Presumably in the Post Office within the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE103.13
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; Group of four women stand around a table sorting and packing mail. Possibly Mrs. Virginia Hurt Phillips second from right. Assumedly located at the Post Office within the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE103.12
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; Possibly Mrs. Virginia Hurt Phillips standing at the open fridge.
CSE103.11
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; President Sidney J. Phillips and, possibly, Mrs. Virginia Hurt Phillips stand in a kitchen, looking at a piece of paper that says, "Nehi Bottling Company."
CSE103.10
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; President Sidney J. Phillips and, possibly, Mrs. Virginia Hurt Phillips stand in a kitchen, looking at a piece of paper that says, "Nehi Bottling Company."
CSE103.1
May 1949, 30 Aug. 1949; Group of eight people harvesting crops. Man on the far right is President Sidney J. Phillips. Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE102.2
June 23, 1976; Assumedly Miss Rolling. Portrait in front of a plain background in graduation robe and cap.
CSE101.6
Unidentified portrait of a woman.
CSE100.9
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Group of women stand together seemingly watching the debutantes dance.
CSE100.7
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Dance partners enter the floor together in a line.
CSE100.6
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Group of men in suits in line for the debutante dance.
CSE100.5
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Groups of debutante attendees assembled in a half circle to take pictures.
CSE100.4
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Groups of debutante attendees assembled in a half circle to take pictures.
CSE100.3
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Groups of debutante attendees assembled in a half circle to take pictures.
CSE100.24
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Young man in costume standing over an uncostumed man and woman.
CSE100.23
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Two groups of young boys carry in carts with other boys playing trumpets inside.
CSE100.22
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Two groups of young boys carry in carts with other boys playing trumpets inside.
CSE100.21
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Group of young people process forward to put on a performance.
CSE100.20
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Group of young people process forward to put on a performance.
CSE100.2
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Groups of debutante attendees assembled in a half circle to take pictures.
CSE100.19
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; A group of young people come together to put on a performance.
CSE100.18
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; A man and a woman enter the dance floor.
CSE100.17
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; A man and two women stand together for a photo.
CSE100.16
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Men and women stand together and smile for a photo.
CSE100.15
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Men and women stand together and smile for a photo.
CSE100.14
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Men and women stand together and smile for a photo.
CSE100.13
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; One woman stands and smiles for a photo.
CSE100.12
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Group of three women stand together and pose for a photo.
CSE100.11
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Group of five people seated at a table smile for a photo.
CSE100.10
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Group of women stand together seemingly watching the debutantes dance.
CSE100.1
Debutante Dance Dec 1954; Groups of debutante attendees assembled in a half circle to take pictures.
CSE099.4
President Sidney J. Phillips looking over the chickens at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE099.3
Chickens inside of a chicken coop. Assumedly at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE099.2
President Sidney J. Phillips feeding adult and baby pigs at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE099.1
Four chicken coops pictured with Hopkins Hall in background. Located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE098.9
May 1971; Unidentified group pictures taken at High Street Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
CSE098.8
May 1971; Unidentified group pictures taken at High Street Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
CSE098.7
May 1971; Unidentified group pictures taken at High Street Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
CSE098.6
May 1971; Unidentified group pictures taken at High Street Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
CSE098.5
May 1971; Unidentified group pictures taken at High Street Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
CSE098.4
1971; Color photo. Negatives are both of a group gathering at church. A woman is giving a speech at the podium.
CSE098.12
May 1971; Unidentified group pictures taken at High Street Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
CSE098.11
May 1971; Unidentified group pictures taken at High Street Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
CSE098.10
May 1971; Unidentified group pictures taken at High Street Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
CSE097.5
1949; Memorial Cabin where Booker T. Washington was born enslaved at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE097.4
1949; Portia Washington Pittman pictured with cow in front of Memorial Cabin where Booker T. Washington was born enslaved at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE097.3
1949; Portia Washington Pittman pictured with cow in front of Well Sculpture at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE097.2
1949; Unidentified woman with cow in front of Memorial Cabin where Booker T. Washington was born enslaved. Well sculpture pictured on far left at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE097.1
1949; Unidentified building at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE096.1
Photo of four chicken coops at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE093.6
Large group of people gathered for a portrait in both Freemason and Order of the Eastern Star attire.
CSE093.5
Large group of people gathered for a portrait in both Freemason and Order of the Eastern Star attire.
CSE093.4
Large group of people gathered for a portrait in both Freemason and Order of the Eastern Star attire.
CSE093.3
Group of eleven women gathered in Order of the Eastern Star attire.
CSE093.1
Group of eight men gathered in Freemasons attire
CSE092.9
April 1951; Group of women singing to the crowd at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE092.8
April 1951; Group of women singing to the crowd at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE092.7
April 1951; Photo from the stage of the crowd gathering at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Tuck Industrial Hall in the background. A corner of Virginia Cottage off to the far left.
CSE092.6
April 1951; Small crowd gathering in front of stage at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Booker T. Washington memorial cabin where he was born enslaved, shown on the right.
CSE092.5
April 1951; Aerial photo of a crowd gathering at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Hopkins hall in the top right corner.
CSE092.4
April 1951; Chairs set up for a group of people at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Booker T. Washington memorial cabin where he was born enslaved on the right. Empty stage also shown.
CSE092.3
April 1951; Driveway to Booker T. Washington National Monument decorated for autumn. Several mid-twentieth century cars in the driveway. Tuck Industrial Hall on the left.
CSE092.26
April 1951; Group of men in white overalls posing with an unidentified woman in front of the Booker T. Washington Memorial Cabin where he was born enslaved at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE092.25
April 1951; President Sidney J. Phillips, far left, standing with a group of people in front of the Booker T. Washington Memorial Cabin where Booker T. Washington was born enslaved at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE092.24
April 1951; Mrs. Ada Chapell (right) with unidentified woman posing in front of the Temporary Booker T. Washington Birthplace Post Office at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE092.23
April 1951; Driveway to Booker T. Washington National Monument decorated for autumn. Several mid-twentieth century cars in the driveway. Tuck Industrial Hall on the left, and Virginia Cottage on the far left.
CSE092.22
April 1951; President Sidney J. Phillips (left) shaking hands with an unidentified man (right) under a banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg" at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
CSE092.21
April 1951; President Sidney J. Phillips (far left), standing with group of five other men on stage at Booker T. Washington National Monument under banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg." Father Donlen is third from left.
CSE092.20
April 1951; President Sidney J. Phillips (left) shaking hands with an unidentified man (right) under a banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg."
CSE092.2
April 1951; Crowd gathered at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Hopkins hall in the background.
CSE092.19
April 1951; President Sidney J. Phillips speaking to the crowd at Booker T. Washington National Monument under a banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg."
CSE092.18
April 1951; Unidentified man speaking to the crowd at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE092.17
April 1951; Unidentified an speaking to the crowd at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE092.16
April 1951; Unidentified woman speaking to the crowd under banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg." at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE092.15
April 1951; Unidentified woman speaking to the crowd under banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg." at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE092.14
April 1951; Unidentified woman speaking to the crowd under banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg." at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE092.13
April 1951; Unidentified woman being sworn in at the podium at Booker T. Washington National Monument under banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg."
CSE092.12
April 1951; Unidentified woman being sworn in at the podium at Booker T. Washington National Monument under banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg."
CSE092.11
April 1951; Unidentified woman being sworn in at the podium at Booker T. Washington National Monument under banner that reads, "Thomas G. Burch Memorial Bldg."
CSE092.10
April 1951; Group of women singing to the crowd at Booker T. Washington National Monument.
CSE092.1
April 1951; Crowd gathered at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Hopkins hall in the background.
CSE091.9
February 28; Group of five men standing in white dress shirts and bowties. Buttons read, "Booker T. Washington Memorial Half-Dollars on Sale Here." Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; President Sidney J. Phillips (far right) standing with three adults and a baby for a photo at Booker T. Washington Annual Banquet. Assumedly located at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; Group of six women standing around a table at Annual Booker T. Washington Banquet. Mrs. Ada Chapell is on the far left. Assumedly located at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; Mrs. Ada Chapell walking around tables at Annual Booker T. Washington Banquet. Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; President Sidney J. Phillips shaking hands with unidentified man at Annual Booker T. Washington Banquet. Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; President Sidney J. Phillips speaking to the crowd at Annual Booker T. Washington Banquet. Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; Two men changing a lightbulb in the banquet hall. Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; Crowd gathered at banquet tables for Booker T. Washington Annual Banquet. Assumedly located at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; Crowd gathered at banquet tables for Booker T. Washington Annual Banquet. Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; Crowd gathered at banquet tables for Booker T. Washington Annual Banquet. Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; Crowd gathered at banquet tables for Booker T. Washington Annual Banquet. Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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February 28; Banquet tables set up and room decorated for Annual Booker T. Washington Banquet. Sign reads, "Cast Down Your Bucket Where You Are." Assumedly located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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Jan. 3, 1950; President Sidney J. Phillips standing over two unidentified men while also next to a portrait of Booker T. Washington at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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Jan. 3, 1950; Outside of the temporary Booker T. Washington Post Office located at the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.
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Jan. 3, 1950; Woman, possibly Mrs. Virginia Hurt Phillips, stocking shelves at Post Office located at Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial.