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Davis 48k Kroger
Kroger formerly located at 305 1st Street SE.
Davis 48j Kroger
Kroger formerly located at 604 11th Street NW.
Davis 48i Kroger
Kroger formerly located at 828 Jamison Avenue SE.
Davis 48g Kroger Distribution
Kroger Distribution Center. Offices and distribution center were located at 2240 Shenandoah Avenue.
Davis 48f Kroger Interior
Interior view of a Kroger store in Roanoke.
Davis 48e Kroger Office
Kroger employees at the Kroger offices, formerly located at 2240 Shenandoah Avenue.
Davis 48d Kroger Office
Kroger employees at the Kroger offices, formerly located at 2240 Shenandoah Avenue.
Davis 48.741 Little Chef
Little Chef Restaurant, formerly located at 1307 Williamson Road.
Davis 48.73 S&W Cafeteria
S&W Cafeteria operated at 412 S. Jefferson Street. In 1954, that location closed and has since been occupied by Davidson's mens store. The downtown location moved to 16 Church Avenue, SW, in the former Greyhound Bus Terminal. The new two-story…
Davis 48.712 Archie's Lobster House
Archie’s Lobster House, formerly located at Williamson Road and Peters Creek Road, was Roanoke’s first seafood restaurant when it opened in 1947. Until 1978, it was operated by Archie Parrish. It was razed in 1981.
Davis 48.711 Archie's Gift Shoppe
Archie's Gift Shoppe, formerly located at 7130 Williamson Road. This photo shows a dog kennel display.
Davis 48.6233 Garland's Drugstore
Interior view of Garland's Drugstore, formerly located at 1327 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 48.6232 Garland's Drugstore
Soda fountain inside Garland's Drugstore, formerly located at 1327 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 48.6231 Garlands Drugstore
Interior view of Garland's Drugstore.
Davis 48.623 Garland's Drugstore
Garland's Drugstore, formerly located at 1327 Grandin Road.
Davis 48.622 Garland's Drugstore
Garland's Drugstore was formerly located at 1327 Grandin Road. This photo was taken just prior to opening day in 1953
Davis 48.611 Crobuks Drug Center
Sign for Crobuck's Drug Center, formerly located at 2310 Melrose Avenue.
Davis 48.5 Salem Saloon
Interior of an indentified saloon on Salem Avenue.
Davis 48.42 Katz Food Co
Employees stand in front of Katz Food Company, formerly located at 1623 Shenandoah Avenue.
Davis 48.41 Holyfield-Mann Food
Holyfield-Mann Food Company, formerly located at 2923 Brambleton Avenue.
Davis 48.32 Columbia Chemical Corp
Columbia Chemical Corporation delivery truck. Columbia Chemical was a soft drink manufacturer with a product called 3-C Nectar, marketed as "the drink of the gods".
Davis 48.31b Kay's Ice Cream Truck
Kay's Ice Cream Truck
Davis 48.31 Kay's Ice Cream Truck
Kay's Ice Cream truck
Davis 48.211 Clover Creamery Truck
Clover Creamery delivery truck.
Davis 48.21 Clover Creamery Truck
Clover Creamery delivery truck.
Davis 48.1d S&H Green Stamps
S&H Green Stamps, formerly located at 2514 Franklin Road.
Davis 48.1c S&H Green Stamps
S&H Green Stamps, formerly located at 2514 Franklin Road.
Davis 48.1b S&H Green Stamps
S&H Green Stamps, formerly located at 2514 Franklin Road.
Davis 48.13 Garst Brothers Dairy
Right side view of Garst Brothers Dairy with trucks lining the building
Davis 48.11 Garst Brothers Dairy
Garst Brothers Dairy, formerly located at 1118 Salem Avenue.
Davis 48.1 S&H Green Stamps
S&H Green Stamps, formerly located at 419 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 47.431 Loebl Dye Works
Wet cleaning department at Loebl Dye Works. Men from left are: William Staples, Robert Loebl, Walter Morgenthau and unknown.
Davis 47.43 Loebl Dye Works
Loebl Dye Works, formerly located at 348 Salem Avenue SW.
Davis 47.42 Crystal Spring Laundry
Crystal Spring Laundry, formerly located at 720 Franklin Road.
Davis 47.412 Magic City Launderers
Magic City Launderers, formerly located next to Memorial Bridge. Building is now the home of Black Dog Salvage.
Davis 47.41 Magic City Launderers
Magic City Launderers, formerly located next to Memorial Bridge. Building is now the home of Black Dog Salvage.
Davis 47.312 Roanoke City Mills
Roanoke City Mills, formerly located at 1750 Jefferson Street. The mill was raised in 2009.
Davis 47.31 Model Mill Company
Model Mill Company in Johnson City, Tennessee.
Davis 47.232c Southern States
Unidentified employee stocks inventory at Southern States Cooperative, formerly located at 907 4th Street SE.
Davis 47.232b Southern States
Unidentified employee stocks inventory at Southern States Cooperative, formerly located at 907 4th Street SE.
Davis 47.232a Southern States
Southern States Cooperative, formerly located at 907 4th Street SE.
Davis 47.231d Southern States
Southern States Cooperative Mills, located at 1003 Walnut Avenue.
Davis 47.231b Southern States
Southern States Cooperative Mills, located at 1003 Walnut Avenue.
Davis 47.231a Southern States
Southern States Cooperative Mills, located at 1003 Walnut Avenue.
Davis 47.221f C.L. Fielder
C.L. Fielder Structural Steel, formerly located at 745 Norfolk Avenue NW.
Davis 47.221e C.L. Fielder
C.L. Fielder Structural Steel, formerly located at 745 Norfolk Avenue NW.
Davis 47.221d C.L. Fielder
Unidentified building interior showing steel work completed by C.L. Fiedler Structural Steel.
Davis 47.221c C.L. Fielder
Factory floor of C.L. Fielder Structural Steel, formerly located on Norfolk Avenue.
Davis 47.221b C.L. Fielder
Unidentified building interior showing steel truss work completed by C.L. Fielder Structural Steel.
Davis 47.221a C.L. Fielder
An office at C.L. Fielder Structural Steel, formerly located on Norfolk Avenue.
Davis 47.221 C.L. Fielder
C.L. Fielder Structural Steel, formerly located on Norfolk Avenue.
Davis 47.214 Harris Hardwood
Harris Hardwood Company, formerly located in the Norwich neighborhood.
Davis 47.213 Harris Hardwood
Harris Hardwood Company, formerly located in the Norwich neighborhood.
Davis 47.212 Harris Hardwood
Lumber yard of Harris Hardwood Company, formerly located in the Norwich neighborhood.
Davis 47.21 Harris Hardwood
Aerial view of Harris Hardwood Company, formerly located in the Norwich neighborhood.
Davis 47.11 McKesson & Robbins
McKesson & Robbins Wholesale Druggist, formerly located at 365 Salem Avenue.
Davis 47.1 McKesson & Robbins
McKesson & Robbins Wholesale Druggist, formerly located at 365 Salem Avenue.
Davis 46.811 Larry Dow Pontiac
Larry Dow Pontiac, formerly located at 425 Marshall Avenue SW.
Davis 46.81 Larry Dow Pontiac
Used cars on the lot of Larry Dow Pontiac, formerly located at 425 Marshall Avenue SW.
Davis 46.8 Larry Dow Pontiac
Larry Dow Pontiac, formerly located at 425 Marshall Avenue.
Davis 46.514b Porterfield Distributing Co
Porterfield Distributing Company trucks in front of building formerly located at 1354 8th Street SW.
Davis 46.514a Porterfield Distributing Co
Porterfield Distributing Company trucks in front of building formerly located at 1354 8th Street SW.
Davis 46.51 Porterfield Distributing Co
Porterfield Distributing Company trucks in front of building, formerly located at 1354 8th Street SW.
Davis 46.42a Valley Cadillac
Valley Cadillac - Oldsmobile Showroom, located at 2743 Franklin Road.
Davis 46.421 Willetts Esso Tanker
Willett Brothers Transfer tanker at Williett's Esso, formerly located at 324 Orange Avenue NE.
Davis 46.414i Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414h Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414g Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414f Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414e Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414d Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414c Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414b Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414a Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.414 Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company on Church Avenue and 3rd Street SW.
Davis 46.412 Boyle Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company formerly located at 104 W. Main Street in Salem.
Davis 46.411 Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company was located at 309 Church Avenue. The building was razed in 1960.
Davis 46.41 Boyle-Swecker Tire Company
Boyle-Swecker Tire Company was located at 309 Church Avenue. The building was razed in 1960.
Davis 46.334 Bower Esso
Bower Esso Station, formerly located at 101 Commonwealth Avenue NE.
Davis 46.333 Vance's Esso
Vance's Esso Station, formerly located at 108 Commonwealth Avenue NE.
Davis 46.332 Vance's Esso
Vance's Esso Service Center was located at 108 Commonwealth Avenue.
Davis 46.331 Vance's Esso
Vance's Esso Service Center was located at 108 Commonwealth Avenue.
Davis 46.325 Peters Creek Esso
Peters Creek Esso Service Center was located at 2700 Peters Creek Road.
Davis 46.321 Peters Creek Esso
Peters Creek Esso Station, formerly located at 2700 Peters Creek Road NW.
Davis 46.31 Esso Window Display
Window display at an Esso Station.
Davis 46.3 Esso Sign
Esso sign
Davis 46.26 Phillips Motor Company
Phillips Motor Company was located at the corner of Campbell Avenue and 5th Street.
Davis 46.24b Valley Cadillac
Valley Cadillac - Oldsmobile Showroom, located at 2743 Franklin Road.
Davis 46.221 Jarrett-Chewning Co., Inc.
Jarrett Chewing Co. Inc., formerly located at 360 Luck Avenue SW. George Davis in hat and light overcoat, others unidentified
Davis 46.212 Renick Motor Company
Renick Motor Company, formerly located at 2239 Franklin Road. Renick Motors was a used car dealership.
Davis 46 Hedge Lawn Nurseries
Trucks from Hedge Lawn Nurseries. Hedge Lawn was once located on Williamson Road at Floraland Avenue.
Davis 45.812b Southern Varnish Co.
Unidentified man working in Southern Varnish Company, formerly located at 2837 Roanoke Avenue.
Davis 45.812a Southern Varnish Co.
Unidentified man working in Southern Varnish Company, formerly located at 2837 Roanoke Avenue.
Davis 45.811 Stanford & Inge
J.W. Inge in office with unknown woman. Stanford & Inge specialized in neon signs and outdoor advertisements.
Davis 45.72 Roanoke Industrial Center
Aerial view of Roanoke Industrial Center, formerly American Viscose, including a listing of the businesses who occupied each building. American Viscose, once the world's largest producer of artificial silk, opened in 1917. By the 1920s, the plant…
Davis 45.71 Blue Ridge Industrial Park
Aerial view of Blue Ridge Industrial Park between Brandon Avenue and Shenandoah Avenue. The park is now located on Aerial Way Drive. Brandon Avenue is the road bisecting the lower portion of the photo. Roanoke Electric Steel can be seen above the…
Davis 45.63 Burlington Mills
Aerial view of Burlington Mills Corporation. Located on West Virginia Avenue in Vinton, the building is now used by Precision Fabrics Group, Inc.
Davis 45.62 Yale & Towne
Yale & Towne Manufacturing Company. Located at 1242 S. Colorado Street, the building is now used by Graham-White.
Davis 45.613 General Electric
Female workers at General Electric.
Davis 45.612 General Electric
Interior of General Electric.
Davis 45.611 General Electric
General Electric, located at 1531 Roanoke Boulevard in Salem.
Davis 45.61 General Electric
General Electric, located at 1531 Roanoke Boulevard in Salem.
Davis 45.53 Cook Electric Sign
Cook Electric Sign atop AEP plant, formerly located at Walnut Avenue and 3rd Street.
Davis 45.52 Levi Witt Carriage & Wagon
Levi Witt Carriage & Wagon Works, formerly located at 10 Kirk Avenue.
Davis 45.5131 Virginia Bridge and Iron Truck
Virginia Bridge and Iron Company truck.
Davis 45.512 Virginia Bridge Company
Virginia Bridge Company shops and yards.
Davis 45.51 Virginia Bridge Company
"Panorama" of Virginia Bridge Company shops and yard.
Davis 45.331a2 Dr. Pepper Bottling Company
Dr. Pepper Bottling Company, formerly located at 451 McClanahan Street.
Davis 45.331a1 Dr. Pepper Bottling Company
Dr. Pepper Bottling Company, formerly located at 451 McClanahan Street.
Davis 45.326 Rainbo Bread Company
Rainbo Bread Company, formerly located at 2609 Plantation Road. The building is now used by Berglund Body Works.
Davis 45.321a Rainbo Bakery
Interior view of Rainbo Bakery, formerly located at 2609 Plantation Road. The building is now used by Berglund Body Works.
Davis 45.311 Strietmann Biscuit
Strietmann Biscuit Company, formerly located at 1600 S. Jefferson Street.
Davis 45.31 Strietmann Biscuit
Strietmann Biscuit Company, formerly located at 1600 S. Jefferson Street.
Davis 45.237 Sunlight Bakery
The Roanoke Sunlight Bakery was located at 501 Salem Avenue. The building was also used by Kroger Bakery. It is now used as a warehouse.
Davis 45.21 Renick Motor Company
Renick Motor Company, formerly located at 2239 Franklin Road SW.
Davis 45 Roanoke Machine Works
Roanoke Machine Works was founded in 1881. By 1883, the Shenandoah Valley Railroad acquired the facility. Norfolk & Western acquired the facility in 1897. From then on, it became known as the N&W Roanoke Shops. It is still an active maintenance…
Davis 44.81 Nelson Hardware Employees
Employees of Nelson Hardware Co. on 17 Campbell Ave. SE. 1948
Davis 44.718 Kroger Training School
Kroger training school, location unknown.
Davis 44.714 Kroger
Kroger, formerly located at 1319 Grandin Road SW.
Davis 44.713 Kroger
Kroger, formerly located at 307 Market Street SE in the Wigmore Building.
Davis 44.712 Kroger Store
Kroger store, formerly located on Franklin Road near 581 onramp.
Davis 44.711 Kroger Office
The exterior of the Kroger office building.
Davis 44.71 Kroger office
Kroger Company office building in Salem.
Davis 44.621c Graybar Electric
Sales counter at Graybar Electric Company, located at 1125 Salem Avenue.
Davis 44.621b Graybar Electric
Graybar Electric Company, located at 1125 Salem Avenue.
Davis 44.621a Graybar Electric Employees
Employees of Graybar Electric Company, located at 1125 Salem Avenue.
Davis 44.49 RT Construction
Construction of the Roanoke Times & World News building located at 2nd Street and Salem Avenue SW.
Davis 44.48 RT Construction
Construction of the Roanoke Times & World News building located at 2nd Street and Salem Avenue SW.
Davis 44.47 RT Construction
Construction of the Roanoke Times & World News building located at 2nd Street and Salem Avenue SW.
Davis 44.45 RT Construction
Construction of the Roanoke Times & World News building located at 2nd Street and Salem Avenue SW.
Davis 44.43 RT Construction
Construction of the Roanoke Times & World News building located at 2nd Street and Salem Avenue SW.
Davis 44.412 RT Building
The Roanoke Times & World News building located at 2nd Street and Salem Avenue SW. Although it has gone through changes over the years, the building is still used by the Times.
Davis 44.41 RT Construction
Construction of the Roanoke Times & World News building located at the corner of 2nd Street and Salem Avenue SW.
Davis 44.4 RT Construction
Construction of the Roanoke Times & World News building located at the corner of 2nd Street and Salem Avenue SW.
Davis 44.341b Fisher's Supply Employees
Unidentified employees of Fisher's Supply Company, formerly located at 411 1st Street.
Davis 44.341a Fisher's Supply
The interior of Fisher's Supply Company, formerly located at 411 1st Street.
Davis 44.329 Heironimus
Heironimus and Company when located at 34-38 Campbell Avenue. The history of Heironimus downtown follows: Heironimus and Brugh Dry Goods started in 1890 at 110 Commerce Street and later 206 Commerce Street SW (2nd Street). A new building was…
Davis 44.327 Berts Shoes
Bert's Shoes, formerly located at 9 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis 44.326 Taylor-Rutrough
Taylor-Rutrough Menswear, formerly located at 28 Church Avenue SW.
Davis 44.325 Finks Jewelers
Fink's Jewelers, formerly located at 310 S. Jefferson Street.
Davis 44.322 Leggetts
Leggetts decorated for Christmas, formerly located at 112 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis 44.3211 Kress Company
Employees pose at the lunch counter at Kress on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 44.321 W.T. Grant Co
W.T. Grant Company was located at 17-19 Campbell Avenue. The W.T. Grant Company was a variety store known for its inexpensive merchandise.
Davis 44.311 Morgan-Eubank Furniture
Morgan-Eubank Furniture Corp., formerly located at 14 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 44.31 Morgan-Eubank Furniture Corp
Morgan-Eubank Furniture Corp., formerly located at 14 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 44.3 Reid and Cutshall
Reid and Cutshall Furniture, formerly located at 309 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis 44.2299 Auto Spring & Bearing
Auto Spring & Bearing Company, formerly located at the corner of Luck Avenue and 1st Street SW.
Davis 44.2298 Auto Spring & Bearing
Looking east at Auto Spring & Bearing Company, formerly located at the corner of Luck Avenue and 1st Street SW.
Davis 44.2296 Auto Spring & Bearing
Loading dock of Auto Spring & Bearing Co. Inc., looking north toward intersection of Luck Avenue and 1st Street.
Davis 44.2292 Auto Spring & Bearing
Auto Spring & Bearing Co. Inc.
Davis 44.2291 Auto Spring & Bearing
Auto Spring & Bearing Company, formerly located at the corner of Luck Avenue and 1st Street.
Davis 44.228 Auto Spring & Bearing
Auto Spring & Bearing Company, formerly located at the corner of Luck Avenue and 1st Street.
Davis 44.227 Auto Spring & Bearing
Traveling Representatives of the Auto Spring & Bearing Company, Inc. Seated on the left in the second desk is Paul Thompson; Robert Blount is seated at the fourth desk back. In the right row at the third desk is Walter Craig Hamilton, Sr. Other…
Davis 44.226 Auto Spring & Bearing Personnel
Unidentified personnel of Auto Spring & Bearing Company.
Davis 44.225 Auto Spring & Bearing Co.
An interior view of Auto Spring & Bearing Company.
Davis 44.2242 Auto Spring & Bearing
An interior view of Auto Spring & Bearing Company.
Davis 44.2241 Auto Spring & Bearing
The interior of Auto Spring & Bearing Company, formerly located at the corner of Luck Avenue and 1st Street.
Davis 44.224 ASB Interior
Interior of Auto Spring & Bearing Company.
Davis 44.223 Auto Spring & Bearing
Auto Spring & Bearing Co. Inc. Shipping & Receiving Dept.
Davis 44.222 Auto Spring & Bearing Personnel
Auto Spring & Bearing unidentified office personnel.
Davis 44.221 Auto Spring & Bearing Company
Interior of Auto Spring & Bearing Company.
Davis 44.22 Auto Spring & Bearing Co. Inc.
Auto Spring & Bearing Co. Inc. , formerly located at the corner of Luck Avenue and 1st Street.
Davis 44.21 Remington Rand
Remington Rand, formerly located at 502 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 44.16 Sunnyside Awning Co.
Sunnyside Awning Company, formerly located at 621 1st Street.
Davis 44.12 ML Curley Confectionery
ML Curley Confectionery, formerly located at 23 Salem Avenue SE.
Davis 43.91 Shenandoanh Life Insurance Company
Shenandoah Life Insurance Company, formerly located at 2301 Brambleton Avenue.
Davis 43.81 Professional Building
Professional Building, formerly located on the corner of McClanahan Street & Crystal Spring Avenue.
Davis 43.722 H.A. Lucas & Sons Contractors
H.A. Lucas & Sons Contractors, formerly located at 2404 Williamson Road.
Davis 43.721 Allstate Insurance Co.
Allstate Insurance Company, formerly located at 3517 Brandon Avenue.
Davis 43.712 Shenandoah Life Insurance Company
Shenandoah Life Insurance Company , formerly located at 2301 Brambleton Avenue.
Davis 43.711 Shenandoah Life Insurance Company
Rear view of Shenandoah Life Insurance Company, formerly located at 2301 Brambleton Avenue.
Davis 43.71 Shenandoah Life Insurance Company
Shenandoah Life Insurance Company, formerly located at 2301 Brambleton Avenue.
Davis 43.412 Home Building and Savings
View of Home Building and Savings Storefront in 100 block of Church Avenue
Davis 43.391 Bank of Salem
The Bank of Salem formerly located at 100 E. Main Street.
Davis 43.3681 FNEB Operations Center
First National Exchange Bank Operations Center located on Plantation Road.
Davis 43.362 First National Exchange Bank
First National Exchange Bank, formerly located at 201 S. Jefferson Street. The building is now home to Wells Fargo.
Davis 43.3509 Liberty Trust Building
Built in 1910 as First National Bank, the Liberty Trust Building stands at 101 Jefferson Street.
Davis 43.34 Terry Building
Built in 1892, the 8 story Terry Building was Roanoke's first "skyscraper". It was located on the Southeast corner of Jefferson Street and Campbell Avenue. Colonial National Bank was housed in the building. Sadly, it was razed in 1927 to make room…
Davis 43.322 Mountain Trust Bank
The Crossroads branch of Mountain Trust Bank, formerly located at 4920 Williamson Road.
Davis 43.321d Mountain Trust Bank
Mountain Trust Bank sign, formerly located at 2208 Melrose Avenue.
Davis 43.321c Mountain Trust Bank
Mountain Trust Bank sign, formerly located at 2208 Melrose Avenue.
Davis 43.321b Mountain Trust Bank
Night view of Mountain Trust Bank at 2208 Melrose Avenue.
Davis 43.321a Mountain Trust Bank
Mountain Trust Bank branch, formerly located at 2208 Melrose Avenue. The building is now home to Bank of America.
Davis 43.3211 Mountain Trust Bank Billboard
Billboard promoting Mountain Trust Bank.
Davis 43.32 Mountain Trust Bank
Mountain Trust Bank , formerly located at 302 S. Jefferson Street. The building is now home to Bank of America.
Davis 43.311 Bank of Virginia
Construction of the Bank of Virginia, formerly located at 102 Church Avenue SW, is now First Citizens Bank.
Davis 43.301 First National Exchange Bank
The First National Exchange Bank building was built in 1912. Located at 204 Jefferson Street, it has been in continuous operation as a bank for over a century.
Davis 43.3 First National Exchange Bank
Interior of First National Exchange Bank, formerly located at 201 S. Jefferson Street. The building is now Wells Fargo.
Davis 43.232 Antrim Motors
Antrim Motors, formerly located at 510 McClanahan Street.
Davis 43.231 Antrim Motors
Antrim Motors, formerly located at 510 McClanahan Street SW.
Davis 43.214 N&W General Offices
The former general office building of Norfolk and Western, located at 108 N. Jefferson Street, now houses the Roanoke Higher Education Center.
Davis 43.213 N&W General Offices
The Norfolk and Western General Offices once stood at the corner of Jefferson Street and 1st Street. The building was destroyed by fire 4 January 1896.
Davis 43.212 N&W General Offices Fire
N&W General Offices fire. Formerly located at the corner of Jefferson and 1st Street, the building was a total loss.
Davis 43.211 Norfolk & Western Office Fires
N&W General Offices fire. Formerly located at the corner of Jefferson and 1st Street, the building was a total loss.
Davis 43.21 Norfolk & Western Office Fire
N&W General Offices fire. Formerly located at the corner of Jefferson and 1st Street, the building was a total loss.
Davis 43.14 Coulter Building
The Coulter Building at 601-605 Jefferson Street. Built in 1926 and once the home of the Heironimus annex, this building now houses the Western Virginia Water Authority.
Davis 43.13 McBain Building
The McBain building was located at 34 Campbell Avenue. Stone Smoke Shop sign visible in front of building. The building was razed in 1956.
Davis 43.1262 AEP Appliance Demonstration Van
AEP Appliance Demonstration Van with appliances displayed by attendant.
Davis 43.1261 AEP Appliance Demonstration Van
AEP demonstration van.
Davis 43.126 AEP Appliance Demonstration Trailer
Appalachian Electric Power demonstration trailer for farm and home.
Davis 43.125 AEP Office
The original AEP Office, once located at 129 E. Campbell Avenue.
Davis 43.124 AEP Office
AEP was originally located at 129 E. Campbell Avenue before moving to 40 Franklin Road.
Davis 43.123 AEP Office
AEP was originally located at 129 E. Campbell Avenue before moving to 40 Franklin Road. .
Davis 43.122 AEP Picnic
Appalachian Power Company employees drink Cokes in a contest.
Davis 43.121 Appalachian Power Company
Appalachian Power Company , located at 40 Franklin Road.
Davis 43.1 Shenandoah Building
The Shenandoah Building, located at 305 1st Street.
Davis 42.54 Rorer Hall
Rorer Hall was built by Ferdinand Rorer in 1878 on the northeast corner of Campbell Avenue and 3rd Street. Caption reads, "Roanoke's first thetre [sic] built by F. Rorer. Opened by John W. Sherman with his first play, "The Brothers". The building…
Davis 42.532 Academy of Music
Looking West on Salem Avenue at the Academy of Music. Built in 1892, the Academy fell into disuse after World War II. It was razed in 1953.
Davis 42.531 Academy of Music
The Academy of Music was located in the 400 block of West Salem Avenue. The Academy opened 7 October 1892. After World War II, it fell into disuse and was razed in 1953.
Davis 42.53 Academy of Music
Interior of the Academy of Music. Built in 1892 on Salem Avenue near 5th Street, the Academy fell into disuse after World War II. It was demolished in 1953.
Davis 42.521 American Theatre
Children pack the American Theatre for the Saturday Morning Children's Show. Hayden Huddleston can be seen to the left center in front of the stage.
Davis 42.52 American Theatre
The grand interior of the American Theatre. The theatre opened on 26 March 1928. Once located at 115 S. Jefferson Street, the theatre closed in 1970 and was razed in January of 1973 to make way for the First National Exchange Bank.
Davis 42.51 Grandin Theatre
Crowd gathered outside of the Grandin Theatre to see "Centennial Summer" starring Jeanne Crain and Cornel Wilde.
Davis 42.21 Stone Printing Company
The first location of Stone Printing Company on 2nd Street. The company remained in this building until it moved into 116 N. Jefferson Street in 1908. Men unidentified.
Davis 42.1 Davis Photo Company
Davis Photo Company at 104 W. Salem Avenue. George Davis stands behind car on right with arm on window frame. Other men unidentified.
Davis 41.91 Stout's Mill
Stout's Mill in Gilmer County, West Virginia. Caption reads, "Down at Stout's Mill among the WV hills. Visit from the drop stitch exhibition - The Famous Rats"
Davis 41.41 Tinker Mill
Tinker Mill, also known as Nininger's Mill, was built circa 1847. Located on Route 674, Tinker Mill was converted into a restaurant in 1980. The structure is now a private residence.
Davis 41.3 McClanahans Mill Flume
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 41.251 Thrashers Mill
Thrasher's Mill, also known as Waskey's and Obenshain's Mill was built circa 1848, shortly after the establishment of the town of Jackson (now Springwood) in Botetourt County, The third story was removed in the 1920s. It is now used as a private…
Davis 41.25 Thrasher's Mill
Thrasher's Mill, also known as Waskey's and Obenshain's Mill was built circa 1848, shortly after the establishment of the town of Jackson (now Springwood) in Botetourt County, The third story was removed in the 1920s. It is now used as a private…
Davis 41.24 Breckinridge Mill
Built for James Breckenridge in 1822, Breckenridge Mill is located at 867 Breckinridge Mill Road, 3 miles from Fincastle. The mill was added to the Virginia and National Register of Historic Places in 1980. It now houses apartments.
Davis 41.23 Cloverdale Mill
The Cloverdale Mill was one of about 30 mills operating in Botetourt County in the early 20th Century. Old ads suggest that the mill was in operation as early as 1814. The mill was destroyed by fire in 1968.
Davis 41.22 Kesler's Mill
Kesler's Mill
Davis 41.211 Poage's Mill
Poage's Mill was owned by Elijah Poage, a prominent Roanoke County mechanic, cabinet and coffin maker. This antebellum mill was constructed by Poage as a cornmeal and flour mill. It was later used as a circular sawmill, being one of the first in…
Davis 41.21 Poage's Mill
Poage's Mill was owned by Elijah Poage, a prominent Roanoke County mechanic, cabinet and coffin maker. This antebellum mill was constructed by Poage as a cornmeal and flour mill. It was later used as a circular sawmill, being one of the first in…
Davis 41.11 Mabry Mill
Mabry Mill was built by Edwin Boston Mabry (E.B. Mabry). E.B. Mabry returned to Floyd County in 1903 and began the construction of the mill. It was first a blacksmith and wheelwright shop, then became a sawmill. By 1905 it was in operation as a…
Davis 40.1 Big Lick Business Directory
Big Lick Business Directory Poster, 1877.
Davis 4.712 Glen Cove
View of Glen Cove subdivision.
Davis 4.711 Glen Cove
View of Glen Cove subdivision.
Davis 4.71 Glen Cove
View of Glen Cove subdivision.
Davis 4.42 Franklin Road
Looking North on Franklin Road, South of McClanahan Street.
Davis 4.41 FNEB Sign
First National Exchange Bank billboard on Grandin Road near the intersection with Bluemont Avenue SW.
Davis 4.31 Mill Mountain Loop
Old road up to Mill Mountain. Photo caption reads, "at this location the loop the loop where Mr. Henritze's house (Rockledge) is located now".
Davis 4.214 American Viscose Parade
American Viscose employees with decorated car for a World War I drive parade.
Davis 4.213 American Viscose Parade
American Viscose employees at a World War I drive parade. Norfolk & Western shops visible in background.
Davis 4.212 American Viscose Parade
American Viscose employees with decorated car for a World War I drive parade. Norfolk & Western shops visible in background.
Davis 4.211 American Viscose Parade
American Viscose employees with decorated car for World War I drive parade. Norfolk & Western shops visible in background.
Davis 4.21 American Viscose Car Parade
American Viscose car in World War I drive parade.
Davis 4.12 Patterson Avenue
View of Patterson Avenue and McClaugherty Brothers Grocery, formerly located at 1125 Patterson Avenue.
Davis 4.11-4 Mayor's Monument
Mayor's Monument, also known as Kimball Tower.
Davis 4.11-3 Mayor's Monument
Mayor's Monument, also known as Kimball Tower.
Davis 4.11-2 Mayor's Monument
Mayor's Monument, also known as Kimball Tower.
Davis 4.11 Mayor's Monument
Mayor's Monument, also known as Kimball Tower.
Davis 39 RMH Nurses Home
Roanoke Memorial Hospital nurses' home, formerly located in the 1600 block of Belleview Avenue SE.
Davis 35.11 OSW Apartments
This apartment building located at 701 3rd Street was one of the first totally electric apartment buildings in the city.
Davis 35.1 OSW Apartments
This apartment building located at 701 3rd Street was one of the first totally electric apartment buildings in the city.
Davis 34.1-3 Easter Sunrise Service
Easter Sunrise Service held in Highland Park under the auspices of the Altrusa Club of Roanoke.
Davis 34.1-2 Easter Sunrise Service
Easter Sunrise Service held in Highland Park under the auspices of the Altrusa Club of Roanoke.
Davis 34.1-1 Easter Sunrise Service at Highland Park
Easter Sunrise Service held in Highland Park under the auspices of the Altrusa Club of Roanoke.
Davis 31.6 Gale House
Home of Dr. Joseph Gale, formerly located on the corner of Jefferson Street and Bullitt Avenue.
Davis 31.51 Terry House
The Terry House in Elmwood Park. The home was used as Roanoke's first public library until it the current structure was built in 1952. The home was used as recreational offices until it was razed in 1964.
Davis 31.48 Mountain View Gardens
Gardens on the Mountain View property, home of J.B. Fishburn.
Davis 31.46 Draper-Ingles Cabin
Located at Ingles Ferry in Radford, the Mary Draper Ingles cabin, also known as the Ingles Family Farmstead, was the home of Mary Draper and her husband, Thomas Ingles. Mary Draper Ingles was abducted by Shawnee Indians in 1755 and taken to Big Bone…
Davis 31.45 McClanahan House
This house was built circa 1855 by Elijah McClanahan. Elijah was the son of William McClanahan who owned over 3,000 acres of land, including Crystal Spring and Mill Mountain. First Presbyterian Church was built on the site in 1929.
Davis 31.44 Howbert House
The Howbert house and farm was built by George Howbert circa 1900. Howbert sold the house and farm to the Wasena Land Company in 1910 for development as a suburb of Roanoke. The house still stands at 918 Howbert Avenue.
Davis 31.43 Magnolia
Magnolia was located at the corner of Orange Avenue and Williamson Road,. Built in 1837 by Zachariah Robinson as a tavern, Magnolia was a popular stop for stagecoach traffic until 1850 when rail became the primary means of long distance travel. Dr.…
Davis 31.41 Howbert Cabin
At the corner of Floyd Avenue and Main Street in Wasena stood this house, part of the Howbert Farm. It was rented for many years by the Custer Family, who posed on the porch for this photograph.
Davis 31.312 Rockledge Inn
Rockledge Inn opened in the Spring of 1892 as a resort hotel. It featured sweeping verandas and views of the city, tennis and croquet courts, large stone fireplaces and a private coach that ran from the depot to the inn. Rockledge Inn would…
Davis 31.311 Rockledge Inn
Rockledge Inn opened in the Spring of 1892 as a resort hotel. It featured sweeping verandas and views of the city, tennis and croquet courts, large stone fireplaces and a private coach that ran from the depot to the inn. Rockledge Inn would…
Davis 31.31 Rockledge Inn
Rockledge Inn opened in the Spring of 1892 as a resort hotel. It featured sweeping verandas and views of the city, tennis and croquet courts, large stone fireplaces and a private coach that ran from the depot to the inn. Rockledge Inn would…
Davis 31 J.N. Maxey Home
J.N. Maxey Home
Davis 30.2 2501 Inglewood Road
Home located at 2501 Inglewood Road SW.
Davis 3.12 Playing at the City Market
Old city market. Looking toward Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 3.11 Old City Market
Old City Market. Old assembly hall in background. Circa 1890.
Davis 3.1 City Market
A view of the City Market area looking south on Market Street.
Davis 29b Calvary Baptist Church
Interior view of Calvary Baptist Church sanctuary, located at 608 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 29a Calvary Baptist Church
Interior view of Calvary Baptist Church sanctuary, located at 608 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 29.9 Church of God
Church of God parishioners
Davis 28.34 Virginia Heights Lutheran
Virginia Heights Lutheran Church was the predecessor of Christ Lutheran Church. This chapel was located at what is now 1320 Grandon Road. Built in 1917, the chapel was in use by the congregation until 1948.
Davis 28.33 Virginia Heights Lutheran
Virginia Heights Lutheran Church was the predecessor of Christ Lutheran Church. This chapel was located at what is now 1320 Grandin Road. Built in 1917, the chapel was in use by the congregation until 1948.
Davis 28.11 St. Marks Lutheran
The first St. Marks Lutheran Church, once located on the southeast corner of Church Avenue and 2nd Street. Though this building no longer stands, Greene Memorial United Methodist Church is now located on the site.
Davis 28.1 St Marks Lutheran
Old St. Marks Lutheran Church built by Methodists on corner of Campbell Avenue and 3rd Street.
Davis 27c Holy Trinity Parishioners
Parishioners of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.
Davis 27b Trinity Holiness Church
Parishioners of the former Trinity Holiness Church.
Davis 27a Trinity Holiness Church
Parishioners of the former Trinity Holiness Church.
Davis 27.631 Glad Tidings
Interior view of Glad Tidings Assembly of God, formerly located at 1217 Maple Avenue SW.
Davis 27.63 Glad Tidings
Glad Tidings Assembly of God, formerly located at 1217 Maple Avenue SW.
Davis 27.62 Melrose Avenue SDA Church
Melrose Avuenue Seventh Day Adventist Church, located at 1601 Melrose Avenue.
Davis 27.591 Ghent Brethren Church
Ghent Grace Brethren Church, located at 1511 Wasena Avenue.
Davis 27.571 9th Street CoB
Ninth Street Church of the Brethren, located at 1103 9th Street SE.
Davis 27.57 9th Street CoB
Ninth Street Church of the Brethren, located at 1103 9th Street SE.
Davis 27.54 Troutville CoB
The old Troutville Church of the Brethren, formerly located in the 5100 block of Lee Highway.
Davis 27.53 First CoB
The old First Church of the Brethren, located at 730 Loudon Avenue NW, is now Loudon Avenue Christian Church.
Davis 27.51 Central Church of the Brethren
The Central Church of the Brethren, located at 416 Church Avenue.
Davis 27.5 Central Church of the Brethren
Interior view of Central Church of the Brethren, located at 416 Church Avenue.
Davis 27.31 Roanoke Church of Christ
Roanoke Church of Christ, located at 2606 Brandon Avenue.
Davis 27.27 Melrose Avenue Christian
Melrose Avenue Christian Church, formerly located at 2126 Melrose Avenue NW.
Davis 27.22 Belmont Christian
The old Belmont Christian Church sanctuary, located at 11th Street and Jamison Avenue SE.
Davis 27.2 First Christian Church
First Christian Church, locate at 344 Church Avenue.
Davis 27.11 First Church of Christ Scientist
First Church of Christ Scientist, formerly located at the corner of Church Avenue and 5th Street.
Davis 27.1 First Church of Christ Scientist
The First Church of Christ. Scientist, formerly located at the corner of Church Avenue and 5th Street.
Davis 26.11 Beth Israel Group
Beth Israel clergy on the steps of the synagogue, located at 920 Franklin Road SW.
Davis 26.1 Beth Israel
The bimah in Beth Israel Synagogue.
Davis 26 Beth Israel
The sancutary of Beth Israel Synagogue.
Davis 25.313 Our Lady of Nazareth
Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. Formerly located at 820 Campbell Avenue, this structure was the first church, completed in 1926. It was used by the church until 1978 when the current structure was completed on Electric Road. The structure in…
Davis 25.312 Our Lady of Nazareth
Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. Formerly located at 820 Campbell Avenue, this structure was the first church, completed in 1926. It was used by the church until 1978 when the current structure was completed on Electric Road. The structure in…
Davis 25.311 Our Lady of Nazareth
Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. Formerly located at 820 Campbell Avenue, this structure was the first church, completed in 1926. It was used by the church until 1978 when the current structure was completed on Electric Road. The structure in…
Davis 25.22 St Andrews Service
St. Andrew's Catholic Church sanctuary during Mass.
Davis 25.21 St Andrews Service
St. Andrew's Catholic Church sanctuary during Mass.
Davis 25.2 St Andrews Interior
The sanctuary of St. Andrew's Catholic Church.
Davis 25.15 St. Andrews Construction
Men at work during the construction of St. Andrew's Catholic Church
Davis 25.14 St Andrews
St. Andrew's Catholic Church. The current structure was built in 1902.
Davis 25.13 St Andrews
St. Andrew's Catholic Church was built in 1902
Davis 25.12 Ryan Hall
Ryan Hall, the first school building for Roanoke Catholic. The building was razed in 1999.
Davis 25.11 St Andrews
St. Andrews Catholic Church. The current structure was built in 1902.
Davis 25.1 St Andrews
St. Andrews Catholic Church. The current structure was built in 1902.
Davis 24.215 Christ Episcopal
Mural behind the pulpit of Christ Episcopal Church, located at 1101 Franklin Road SW.
Davis 24.214 Christ Episcopal
The sanctuary of Christ Episcopal Church located at 1101 Franklin Road
Davis 24.2 Christ Episcopal
Christ Episcopal Church choir stands next to the church, located at 1101 Franklin Road SW.
Davis 24.181 St Johns Parish
St. John's Episcopal Church Parish House, located at the corner of Elm Avenue and Jefferson Street. The church was constructed in 1892. The Parish House was constructed in 1922. It was remodeled in 1957; stone replaced the brick facade seen in…
Davis 24.18 St. John's Parish
St. John's Episcopal Church Parish House, located at the corner of Elm Avenue and Jefferson Street. The church was constructed in 1892. The Parish House was constructed in 1922. It was remodeled in 1957; stone replaced the brick facade seen in…
Davis 24.13 St Johns Episcopal
The old St. John's Episcopal Church was once located at the corner of Church Avenue and 2nd Street. Built in 1874, the church was used by Trinity United Methodist when St. John's built its new structure on Jefferson Street. In 1901, Trinity moved…
Davis 24.02 St. Johns Episcopal
St. John's Episcopal Church, located on the corner of Jefferson Street and Elm Avenue.
Davis 24.01 St Johns Episcopal
Remaining walls of St. John's Episcopal Church. St. John's was the first Episcopal in the Old Lick area of Roanoke County. The cabin in the background once belonged to Bernie Rideout Holland, a former slave of General Edward Watts. Built in 1850,…
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.