| The History Museum's permanent exhibit, "The Roanoke Valley, A Crossroads of History," uses a wide variety of artifacts, furniture, clothing, and decorative arts to chronicle life in the region from prehistoric times through World War II. The Theatre History Gallery features costumes, pictures and memorabilia from Roanoke's most beloved stage and screen theatres, past and present. Our long-running temporary exhibit, Ships & Shipmates, features the histories of the maritime and naval ships named "Roanoke." A display on local citizens who served in the U.S. Navy is also featured. The Museum & Society also has a library and archives on a limited basis (please call for information), a gift shop, and education programs for school groups. |