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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Luray Caverns

Luray Caverns

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Discovered in 1878 and more than 4,000,000 centuries old, nearly 500,000 people annually visit Luray Caverns, eastern America's largest and most popular caverns system. This U.S. Natural Landmark, noted for variety of formations and unsurpassed natural color, hosted in 2010 visitors from all 50 U.S. states and 64 foreign countries. From well-lighted, paved walkways travelers explore cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high and pass through huge chambers filled with towering stone columns, shimmering draperies and crystal-clear pools. The Smithsonian Institution report of July 13 and 14, 1880 comments "....it is safe to say that there is probably no other cave in the world more completely and profusely decorated with stalactite and stalagmite ornamentation than that of Luray." A feature on the one-hour tours is the haunting sounds of the…
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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Eleanor D. Wilson Museum at Hollins University

Eleanor D. Wilson Museum at Hollins University

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The Eleanor D. Wilson Museum at Hollins University features the work of renowned, emerging, and regional artists. The museum presents exhibitions in a wide variety of media and genres, including selected exhibitions from the permanent collection. Through this programming, the museum provides a forum for art through viewing, dialogue, and an understanding of the creative process. Located on the first floor of the Richard Wetherill Visual Arts Center, the museum is a state-of-the-art climate controlled facility with three interconnected galleries totaling approximately 4,000 square feet of exhibition space. The museum has a Resource Center available to students, teachers, and other patrons who are interested in furthering their study of the art in the museum’s permanent collection. It also functions as an instructional center for groups and classes, and hosts projects…
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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Layman Family Farms

Layman Family Farms

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Layman Family Farms is located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, surrounded by rolling hills of both forests and cultivated lands. The 87 acre farm in Blue Ridge, Virginia, is owned and operated by Eric and Sharon Layman and their family. Each year, new attraction are added to the farm so visitors experience something different. The farm offers a 9 acre corn maze, 15 acre courtyard, 5 acres parking, pumpkin patch, giant jumping pillow, hay ride, cow train, corn cannon, pumpkin blaster, farm animals, and children play area with a corn crib box, rubber duck races, horse swings, giant tube slide and tires, bird house village, BeeLine zip. This agri-tourism site presents many opportunities to learn from hands on experiences about agriculture, helping bridge the gap between city and country…
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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Parkway Brewing Company

Parkway Brewing Company

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Parkway Brewing Company is a 30 barrel manufacturing facility producing distinctive craft beers for the discriminating beer enthusiast. Located just off Interstate 81 at Exit 141 in Salem, Virginia, Parkway includes a Tasting Room and beer garden featuring live music and food trucks Thursdays through Saturdays. Located adjacent to Salem's Hanging Rock Battlefield Trail, a section of the Roanoke Valley Greenway system, Parkway has become a meeting place for runners, cyclists and community seekers throughout the region. Parkway currently has four beers for sale in bottles and kegs throughout the state of Virginia: "Bridge Builder Blonde," "Get Bent Mountain India Pale Ale," and "Raven's Roost Baltic Porter" in six-packs and "Magella, A Dark Belgian-style Abbey," offered in 22 ounce bomber bottles. We also feature Seasonal ales and occasional small batch…
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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Franklin County Distilleries

Franklin County Distilleries

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Welcome to Franklin County Distilleries, with a Tasting Room opening soon in Boones Mill, Virginia, just a short drive from downtown Roanoke, Va. We invite you to taste history with FCD’s White Label Corn Whiskey, available on VA ABC shelves, and featured at FCD’s new Tasting Room in Boones Mill, Va. Birthed and bottled in the Moonshine Capital of the World, Franklin County, Va., FCD’s White Label Corn Whiskey builds on the brand that bootleggers built, and offers a true taste of history in every bottle. We invite you to taste real history … Franklin County Distilleries. 25156 Highway 220 Boones Mill, VA 24065 (540) 334-1610
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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Flying Mouse Brewery

Flying Mouse Brewery

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Secluded in a hollow of the Blue Ridge mountains, the Flying Mouse Brewery brings a new craft beer experience to Botetourt County, Virginia. Our brewery is focused on the experience and enjoyment of craft beer as part of an active outdoor lifestyle, whether it be a cold draft after a long hike or a pint over conversation at dinner after a day of cycling. Join us in celebrating Virginia’s spirit of invention and the thirst for adventure. Flying Mouse is part of the Virginia's Blue Ridge Beer Loop and the Roanoke Craft Beer Tours. Our Beers: Three quintessential brews to taunt your tastebuds, and a limited edition brew that changes with the season. Our Flying Mouse beers – No.3, No.4, No.5 and No.8, light to dark – use a unique…
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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Deschutes Brewery Tasting Room

Deschutes Brewery Tasting Room

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The Tasting Room is located at 315 Market St. SE, close to local businesses, restaurants, and hotels. 15 taps of different Deschutes beers, and fans are able to grab a pint, sampler tray, growlers, crowlers, and packaged beer-to-go. We also have a very small brewing system that we plan on using it for educational and purposes to start. We have a retail space for brewery merchandise such as hats, glassware, shirts, and more… 315 Market Street SE Roanoke, VA 24011 (540) 259-5204
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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Double Line Painters of the Blue Ridge

Double Line Painters of the Blue Ridge

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The Double Line Painters of the Blue Ridge Mary Anne Meador, Sue Furrow, Bonnie Mason, Linda Schaar, and Judy Lochbrunner What began as an informal group of artists wishing to gather to learn more about plein air (outdoor painting) has evolved into an art group that also arranges shows, teaches workshops, and maintains several social media sites (blog, Facebook, Pinterest). Artwork by member artists can be found at Potentially Chic in Roanoke, Goose Creek Studio in Bedford and Penny Lane Shoptique in Salem. In addition art shows and art displays are planned at other venues through-out the year and are listed on our website. Inquiries for art events, workshops, and displays are welcome, contact us by email. Goose Creek Studio 302 Court Street Bedford, VA 24523
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18Nov 2017 by roanoke
Launching Pad Trampoline Park & Family Center

Launching Pad Trampoline Park & Family Center

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Launching Pad Trampoline Park & Family Fun Center is located Salem! Kids of all ages, including adults, find enjoyment in bouncing on the various lanes and courts in our 33,600+ sq. ft indoor entertainment facility. It's a great way to stay active and have fun at the same time. If you like trampolines, you'll love our 15,000 sq. ft of trampolines. We have a main jump court, a 3-lane foam pit, 4 basketball lanes, 2 full-sized dodge ball courts, and a specified kids' court. You'll be amazed at the tricks you can do and the fun activities you can enjoy in our facility. When you have a birthday party coming up for yourself or your kids and you need the perfect venue, consider Launching Pad Trampoline Park. 1300 Intervale Drive…
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