Jacksonville Center, The: The Jacksonville Center540.745.2784
220 Parkway Lane, Suite 1, South, Floyd, VA 24091
A renovated dairy barn provides the setting for The Jacksonville Center for the Arts, which offers a wide variety of arts and cultural activities for visitors and community members, including contemporary and folk art exhibits, art classes for kids and adults, open artist studios, a gift shop and special events throughout the year.
www.jacksonvillecenter.org
info@jacksonvillecenter.org

Jefferson Center - Shaftman Performance Hall: 540.343.2624
541 Luck Avenue, Suite 221, SW, Roanoke, VA 24016
Jefferson Center is a non-profit performing arts center that enriches and educates Western Virginia by producing high quality performing and visual arts programs, including concerts, dance parties, exhibitions, lectures and artist residencies.
www.jeffcenter.org
info@jeffcenter.org

Junior League of Roanoke Valley, Virginia, Inc.: 540.343.3663
541 Luck Avenue, SW, Suite 317, Roanoke, VA 24016
An organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.
www.jlrv.org
info@jlrv.org

Kandinsky Trio: 540.375.2223
221 College Lane, Salem, VA 24153
National touring chamber music ensemble in residence at Roanoke College. Presents four concerts at Roanoke College annually.
www.roanoke.edu/kandinsky

Katherine Devine Studios: 540.427.5919
Contemporary fine art and art instruction, free-lance graphic design and mural design.
www.KatherineDevine.com
devinestudios@yahoo.com

Katz McConnel Associates: 540.527.1233
35 W. Campbell Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24011
A full-service architecture and planning firm creating spaces for the arts and working to make art out of the spaces they create. Katz McConnel is pleased to emphasize in its architecture - the arts, historic rehabilitation, and sustainable design.
www.mmapc.com
mark@mmapc.com

League of Roanoke Artists: 540.297.3263
P. O. Box 20634, Roanoke, VA 24018
Open to all artists and supporters of the visual arts, strives to promote the creation and appreciation of art through its members along with opportunities to interact with other artists, improve their techniques and display their artwork. Work with Roanoke Girl Scout Council to help girls get their Art and Drawing badge.
www.leagueofroanokeartists.org

Little Gallery On Smith Mountain Lake, The: 540.721.1596
16430 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, VA 24121
Opened in 1988, The Little Gallery is an award winning gallery known for quality art and outstanding customer service, featuring fine art, handmade pottery, jewelry, stained and blown glass and fine art prints in a wide range of sizes and prices.
www.thelittlegallerysml.com
littlegallerysml@aol.com

Little Town Players: 540.586.5881
P.O. Box 437, Bedford, VA 24523
Little Town Players, founded in 1975, strives to promote, organize, rehearse and present theatrical productions for the education & enjoyment of its members and community, having presented nearly 100 drama, musical & comedy productions in the past 30 years.
www.littletownplayers.com
info@littletownplayers.com

McGraw Fine Art: 540.312.6436
21 Franklin Road, Roanoke, VA 24011
Located across from the Shenandoah Club in Downtown Roanoke, the gallery is currently displaying a diverse collection of works assembled by a collector in New York City over the last 40 years.
www.mcgrawfineart.com
jonathan@mcgrawfineart.com

The Market Gallery: 540.342.1177
23 East Salem Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24011
The Market Gallery is an artist member cooperative of twenty-eight regional artists who exhibit paintings, drawings, assemblages, sculpture, serigraphs, photography and other artforms. The gallery shows only original artwork, both framed and unframed.
www.marketgalleryroanoke.com

Merrill Lynch: 540.985.5400
114 Market Street, Suite 200, Roanoke, VA 24011
As an investment bank, Merrill Lynch is a leading global underwriter of debt and equity securities and strategic advisor to corporations, governments, institutions and individuals worldwide. Fax: 540.985.5405
www.ml.com
Andrea_White@ml.com

Mill Mountain Theatre: 540.342.5740
One Market Square, SE, Roanoke, VA 24011
Live, professional regional theatre year-round on two stages in Center in the Square. Dramas, musicals, comedies, new play competition, educational and drama enrichment programs, free lunchtime one-acts and the Mill Mountain Players touring throughout Virginia.
www.millmountain.org
mail@millmountain.org

Mill Mountain Zoo: 540.343.3241
P. O. Box 13484, Roanoke, VA 24034
Located atop Mill Mountain, this 3-acre park exhibits 50+ species of mammals, birds and reptiles. Animals include a Siberian tiger, snow leopard, red pandas and more. Picnic areas provide the best view of the Roanoke Valley.
www.mmzoo.org
info@mmzoo.org

Montgomery Museum and Lewis Miller Regional Art Center: 540.382.5644
300 Pepper Street, S.E., Christiansburg, VA 24073
In addition to exhibits about our county's history, the Museum and Center exhibits both historic and contemporary artwork. In celebration of the tradition of local art highlighted by nineteenth-century folk artist Lewis Miller, we sponsor frequently changing exhibits by regional artists.
www.montgomerymuseum.org
info@montgomerymuseum.org

Musica Viva! of Southwest Virginia: 540.951.3073
P. O. Box 10186, Blacksburg, VA 24062
Strives to provide five concerts of the highest caliber chamber music to audiences in both the New River and Roanoke Valleys. Many of the concerts feature internationally renowned artists.
www.musicaviva-swva.com
musica@musicaviva-swva.com

National D-Day Memorial Foundation: 540.586.DDAY (3329), 1-800-351- DDAY
P.O. Box 77, Bedford, VA 24523
Located in the town suffering the highest per-capita D-Day losses in the nation, the National D-Day Memorial is a powerful testimony to the valor, fidelity and sacrifice of D-Day Allied Forces. The Memorial and gift shop are open daily from 10 AM - 5 PM. Admission fees apply. Mobility assistance, guided tours and school programs are available.
www.dday.org
dday@dday.org

National League of American Penwomen: 540.375.2976
P. O. Box 388, Salem, VA 24153
Organized in 1897 for the purpose of bringing together women journalists, authors, musicians and artists, this is the oldest women's organization in the United States. The Local Branch, established in 1992, sponsors a poetry competition. Proceeds of this competition will help fund a scholarship to be awarded each spring.

North Cross School: 540.989.6641 or 800.637.6641
4254 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24018
An independent, non-sectarian day school serving boys and girls in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 by providing an environment in which to pursue intellectual, ethical, aesthetic and physical excellence. Includes rotating art exhibitions in “The Living Gallery.”
www.northcross.org
spames@northcross.org

O. Winston Link Museum: 540.982.5465
101 Shenandoah Avenue, NE, Roanoke, VA 24016
Presenting the photographs of O. Winston Link in the Norfolk & Western Passenger Station, renovated by Raymond Loewy. Included are over 300 images and interactive exhibits of Link's work reflecting the vanishing steam locomotive era. Link's audio recordings and movie footage are also featured. Visit the Museum Shop for books, posters and more.
www.linkmuseum.org
coordinator@linkmuseum.org

Olin Hall Galleries, Roanoke College: 540.375.2332
Olin Hall Galleries, Salem, VA 24153
Olin Gallery is a high security space approved by both the Smithsonian Institution and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Presently Olin and Smoyer Galleries of Roanoke College are used for invitational exhibits as well as showcasing our permanent collection.
www.roanoke.edu/finearts/galleries
mlogan@roanoke.edu

Opera Roanoke: 540.982.2742
The Dumas Center, 108 First Street NW, Roanoke, VA 24016
A professional opera company, presenting both full staged productions and a variety of smaller-scale activities. Founded in 1977, the company presents internationally renowned artists while serving as an important training ground for local musicians, dancers and artisans.
www.operaroanoke.org
mail@operaroanoke.org

Over the Moon Gallery And Café: 540.745.2782
227B North Locust Street, Floyd, VA 24091
Over the Moon Gallery and Café is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Floyd County. The gallery features local artists, a gift shop and café with a slow food twist featuring organic coffees, smoothies, wine and beer.
www.overthemoongallery.com
overthemoongallery@swva.net

Pamela Jean Gallery: 540.904.7797
115 Salem Avenue SE, Roanoke, VA 24011
Featuring regional and internationally acclaimed artists with a variety of styles and themes, while exhibiting a range of media, such as painting, sculpture, photography, art glass, jewelry and print making. Member of the Professional Picture Framing Association, offering quality conservation framing to preserve fine art and collectibles.
www.pamelajeangallery.com
pamelajgallery@aol.com

Performing Arts Institute of Virginia: 540.552.4501
P.O. Box 165, Blacksburg, VA 24063
Former Blacksburg Middle School, 501 South Main Street, Blacksburg, VA 24063
Nonprofit cultural arts organization serving southwest Virginia and beyond with professional instruction in the arts for all ages and all levels. Instrumental and Vocal Music Instruction, Ballet, Jazz, Modern Dance, Kindermusik, Blacksburg Regional Youth Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Children’s Choir, Youth Choir,Recitals, Professional Performances, Community Service and Outreach Programs
www.arts.bev.net/rms
mseaster@bev.net

Puppets with PIZZAZZ: 540.982.3630
P. O. Box 8148, Roanoke, VA 24014
Professional puppeteers for 34 years, Puppets With PIZZAZZ performs and instructs people of all ages in VA, NC, WV and in the DC area.

Radford University Art Museum: 540.831.5754
Box 6965, Radford, VA 24142
Consists of seven exhibition areas: The Flossie Martin Gallery, Gallery 205, The RU Art Museum Downtown (at the Bondurant Center) and several satellite exhibition spaces on campus and downtown at the Bondurant Center.
www.radford.edu/-rumuseum
rumuseum@radford.edu

Reynolds Homestead Continuing Education Center (CEC): 276.694.7181
463 Homestead Lane, Critz, VA 24082
Birthplace of R.J. Reynolds. A state and national historic landmark. Open for tours April through October. Classes are offered in art, crafts, history, and literature in addition to plays, concerts, and festivals held throughout the year.
www.reynoldshomestead.vt.edu
registrar.reynoldshomestead@vt.edu

Roanoke Ballet Theatre: 540.345.6099
1318 Grandin Road, Roanoke, VA 24015
Offers excellent dance instruction in a diverse range of styles and levels, creates and sustains a challenging artistic environment, provides a variety of performing opportunities for dancers, and offers the community a variety of opportunities to experience dance.
www.roanokeballet.org
meythaler5@aol.com

Roanoke Catholic School: 540.982.3532
621 N. Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA 24016
Roanoke Catholic School, located in downtown Roanoke, continues a tradition of educational excellence that began in 1893. Offering a college preparatory program for students from pre-K through grade twelve, young men and women from varied socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds truly live blending faith with learning and learning with everyday life
www.roanokecatholic.com
info@roanokecatholic.com

Roanoke City Schools: 540.853.6051
P. O. Box 13145, Roanoke, VA 24031
As a progressive urban school division, Roanoke City Schools serve approximately 13,215 students in pre-school through 12th grade in 29 schools. The Magnet Arts K-12 program offers dance, vocal and instrumental music and visual arts.
www.roanoke.k12.va.us

Roanoke College Children's Choir: 540.375.2222
221 College Ave., Salem, VA 24153
www.childrenschoir.com
Kdavidso@roanoke.edu

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation & Tourism: 540.387.6078
1206 Kessler Mill Road, Salem, VA 24153
To provide quality entertainment and special events that encourage tourism and economic development in Roanoke County, and a series of minor events designed to enhance quality of life for families and children. To complete the process of developing a plan that will position Roanoke County, along with the entire Roanoke Valley, as a desirable tourist destination.
www.roanokecountyva.gov/parks
prtonline@roanokecountyva.gov

Roanoke County Schools: 540.562.3900 ext. 322
5937 Cove Road, NW, Roanoke, VA 24019
Art Program open to all students grades two through twelve. With eight full time elementary art teachers who travel between schools. Each month a new art show is exhibited at the Roanoke County School Administrative Office on Cove Road.
www.rcs.k12.va.us/art

Roanoke Public Libraries: 540.853.2476
Headquarters (Main Library), 706 South Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA 24016
Roanoke Public Library System, consisting of 7 branches serving multiple neighborhoods in the City of Roanoke, is a member of the Roanoke area Libraries Consortium enabling its patrons to check out materials from Roanoke City, Botetourt, Roanoke County and Salem. The System is a research point for the nationally known Virginia Room Collection, hosts a law library open to the public and over 210 computers for public use.
www.rvl.info
www.roanokeva.gov/library
main.library@roanokeva.gov

Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce: 540.983.0700
212 S. Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA 24011
Serves the interests of our more than 1,400 members by providing leadership, advocacy, and action that will help the Roanoke Region achieve its potential as a desirable place to live, work, and visit.
www.roanokechamber.org
business@roanokechamber.org

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra: 540.343.6221 or 866.343.9127
541 Luck Avenue, SW Suite 200, Roanoke, VA 24016
The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, the valleys only live, professional orchestra, will present six classical Evening Masterworks, three Pops concerts and Handels Messiah during the 2007-2008 season. For more information contact 540-343-9127 (for tickets) or visit www.rso.com.
www.rso.com
music@rso.com

Roanoke Valley Choral Society
P. O. Box 21052, Roanoke, VA 24018
The Roanoke Valley Choral Society presents quality performances of various choral literature to the highest possible standards, thereby enriching the cultural life of the greater Roanoke Valley community, while providing local singers with an artistic, educational and musical experience.
www.roanokevalleychoralsociety.org
info@roanokevalleychoralsociety.org

Roanoke Valley Community Band, The: 540.989.4235
P. O. Box 4041, Roanoke, VA 24015
A non-profit group of area musicians who enjoy rehearsing and performing a variety of music for their own and the public’s enjoyment. Open to anyone who has a serious interest in music. Rehearsals are each Tuesday (during the school year) from 7PM - 9PM at the Cave Spring Middle School band room.

Roanoke Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau: 540.342.6025 or 800.635.5535
101 Shenandoah Avenue, NE, Roanoke, VA 24016
For more information about visiting or planning a convention in the area, contact our office or stop by our Visitor Information Center in downtown Roanoke.
www.visitroanokeva.com
info@visitroanokeva.com

Roanoke Valley Economic Development Partnership: 540.343.1550
111 Franklin Plaza, Suite 333, Roanoke, VA 24011
Works with domestic and foreign companies to establish new facilities, relocate existing businesses, or expand current operations in the Roanoke region. The Partnership represents Botetourt, Craig, Franklin and Roanoke counties, the cities of Roanoke and Salem, the Town of Vinton.
www.roanoke.org
rvedp@roanoke.org

Roanoke Valley Newcomers Club: 540.776.7808 (Hot Line)
4968 Hunting Hills Circle, Roanoke, VA 24018
The Roanoke Valley Newcomers Club promotes friendship among its members and provides a social structure to anyone new to the valley and to those whose lives are in transition
http://roanokevalleynewcomers.org/Welcome.html

Roanoke Valley Porcelain Artists: 540.853.2473
543 Grandview Drive, Troutville, VA 24175

Salem Choral Society: 540.761.4SCS (4727)
210 South College Avenue, Salem, VA 24153
Community Choir that sings 4-6 concerts and other events a year, including premiere compositions. Choral literature is generally classical but includes carols and lighter music as well. An excellent singing opportunity open to prospective members.
www.salemchoralsociety.org
info@salemchoralsociety.org

Salem City Public Schools: 540.389.0130
510 S. College Avenue, Salem, VA 24153
Six schools which maintain a high interest level in all areas of the Arts. The High School marching band is a source of great pride to the community and individual schools regularly spotlight visual arts, dramatic and musical productions.
www.salem.k12.va.us

Salem Museum & Historical Society: 540.389.6760
801 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153
Located in the historic Williams-Brown House of Longwood Park, serves the community by “preserving the past, informing the future.” Through exhibits, publications, programs, special events and vital preservation efforts, works to keep the vibrant past of Salem and the Roanoke Valley alive. Free admission.
www.salemmuseum.org
info@salemmuseum.org

Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce: 540.387.0267
P. O. Box 832, Salem, VA 24153
An organization dedicated to building a healthy economy and to improving the quality of life in the community.
www.s-rcchamber.org
dkavitz@s-rcchamber.org

Science Museum of Western Virginia: 540.342.5710
One Market Square, SE, Roanoke, VA 24011
Hands-on galleries, national traveling exhibits, planetarium shows, big screen movies, and special camps and classes.
www.smwv.org
frontdesk1@smwv.org

Showtimers of Roanoke Valley, Inc.: 540.774.2660 or 877.336.9294
2067 McVitty Road, SW, P.O. Box 21226, Roanoke, VA 24018
A local not for profit community theatre which strives to provide quality, yet affordable entertainment to valley residents and its visitors.
www.showtimers.org
boxoffice@showtimers.org

Smith Mountain Arts Council: 540.297.4064
P. O. Box 745, Moneta, VA 24121
A non-profit organization serving a large geographical area which includes Smith Mountain Lake and surrounding counties. SMAC provides opportunities for cultural enrichment and pleasure in the visual, performing and literary arts, while securing resources and community support for events.
www.smithmountainartscouncil.com
info@smithmountainartscouncil.com

Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce/Partnership: 540.721.1203
16430 Booker T. Washington Hwy. #2, Moneta, VA 24121
The Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce is an organization of Smith Mountain Lake business and professional people created to promote tourism, business and community growth, to develop and promote programs designed to encourage economic, social, cultural, and recreational interests of Lake area residents, and to advocate those policies and programs that will promote the interests of its members. It also serves as a state Visitor Center.
www.visitsmithmountainlake.com
smlccp@aol.com

Southwest Virginia Ballet Company: 540.387.3978
PO Box 3275, Roanoke, VA 24015
A non-profit performing ballet company, mission is to enhance and showcase the performing skills of dancers in the region and to develop an audience appreciation for dance by providing a wide range of high quality classical and contemporary performances.
www.svballet.org
swvballet@aol.com

Southwestern Virginia Metal Arts Guild: 345-1844
617 Sixth Street SW, Roanoke, VA 24016
The Southwestern Virginia Metal Arts Guild consists of a diverse constituency from all over southwestern Virginia. SVMAG provides an opportunity for members to meet regularly, inspire creativity, exchange ideas and skills, to have fun and learn from each other's experiences and to educate the public about the metal arts through a bi-annual group exhibition.
SVMAGMetalArtsGuild.com
LewisReserve@yahoo.com

Square Society, The: 540.857.4303
One Market Square, Fifth Floor, Roanoke, VA 24011
A group of young professionals who raise much-needed funds and awareness for Center in the Square.
www.squaresociety.org
information@squaresociety.org

Studio School, Inc., The: 540.344.5404
505 A S. Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA 24011
The Studio School offers individual attention in small classes, with a supportive atmosphere to develop a creative, personal direction. Art classes, exhibits, trips and workshops are scheduled in summer, fall, winter and spring sessions. Classes are offered in many subjects and media. Beginners are welcome.
www.thestudioschool.biz

Talbot Fine Art and Portraits: 434.384.8925
3551 Gregory Lane, Lynchburg, VA 24503
Provides portrait service and fine art to corporate and private clients, upholding and promoting the tradition of classical realism in oil painting. Offers private instruction in oil painting and drawing in the Lynchburg area.
www.talbotfineartandportraits.com
talbotelliott@earthlink.net

The Athenian Society for the Arts and Sciences, The: 540.989.1125
P. O. Box 8143, Roanoke, VA 24014
Founded in 1980, The Athenian Society furthers the arts and sciences in the community. This is achieved by cultivating opportunities for enrichment and education and nurturing cooperation with, and lending assistance to, organizations dedicated to the arts and sciences.
atheniansociety@gmail.com

Thursday Morning Music Club: 540.366.7964
227 W. Cleveland Avenue, Vinton, VA 24179
The objective of the Club is to create a broader appreciation of music, to foster and promote musical entertainment and to provide a social and educational center in the Roanoke Valley for music lovers.

Unison Foundation: 540.815.3444
3809 Shadylawn Ave #3, Roanoke, VA 24012
Unison Foundation promotes music heritage and the arts in Virginia by providing a strong community for musicians. The Foundation focuses on community education and performances through artists helping artists. Unison Foundation strives to provide music education through performances, seminars and workshops.
www.unisonfoundation.org
info@unisonfoundation.org

Virginia Gentlemen Barbershop Chorus: 540.725.4452
P. O. Box 1725, Roanoke, VA 24008
Chorus of 40 men performing a cappella barbershop harmony as "The Virginia Gentlemen." Annual area show plus performances at banquets, civic group meetings and retirement centers. Meets weekly, Mondays 7:30PM, at the offices of Health Focus of SW VA, 3807 Brandon Avenue, Roanoke (across from Brandon Oaks).
www.vagents.org
ddavis632@cox.net

Virginia Museum of Natural History: 276.634.4141
21 Starling Avenue, Martinsville, VA 24112
The Virginia Museum of Natural History in Martinsville features state-of-the-art permanent and traveling exhibits, annual family festivals, high-definition theater, world-renowned scientific research and collections, a natural history research library and education programs for visitors of all ages. Don't miss the Museum Store and the New Moon Café.
www.vmnh.net
information@vmnh.virginia.gov

Virginia Museum of Transportation: 540.342.5670
303 Norfolk Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24016
Located in downtown Roanoke’s historic freight station, features locomotives, railcars, cabooses, vintage cars, carriages, trucks, aviation equipment, a model circus, an O-gauge train layout, interactive exhibits, annual family events and more.
www.vmt.org
info@vmt.org

Virginia Tech School of the Arts: 540.231.5921
VA Tech, 201 Performing Arts Bldg., Blacksburg, VA 24061
The School of the Arts (departments of art, music and theatre) presents a wide range of gallery exhibitions, music concerts and theatre productions throughout the school year. In the summer the School co-produces the Summer Arts Festival.
www.sota.vt.edu
sota@vt.edu

Virginia Western Community College - Humanities Division: 540.857.7385 or 540.857.7327
3082 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24015
As the community's college, VWCC offers a wide variety of classes and programming to this entire region. Art classes, exhibits, and the community collection of regional art, lectures and plays are offered on a continuing basis.
www.vw.vccs.edu
www.vw.vccs.edu/theatre
bsieveking@vw.vccs.edu

Virginia’s Explore Park: 540.427.1800 or 800.842.9163
P. O. Box 8508, Roanoke, VA 24014
Living history presentations by historically attired interpreters in 1671 Native American village, 1740 frontier settlement, and 1850 valley community. Recreational venues, including mountain biking and hiking as well as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Special events April through December.
www.explorepark.org
info@explorepark.org

W. E. Skelton 4H Educational Conference Center at Smith Mountain Lake: 540.721.2759
775 Heritage Road, Wirtz, VA 24184
A nonprofit organization that provides quality educational and 4-H camping programs for youth; an ideal location for meetings, lodging, meals, rest, and recreation; a variety of recreational sites on 120 shoreline acres. Open year-round.
www.retreatatsmithmountainlake.com
aarcher@vt.edu

WVTF Public Radio: 540.989.8900
3520 Kingsbury Lane, Roanoke, VA 24014
Regional public radio station serving listeners in central and western Virginia and portions of North Carolina and West Virginia. Member National Public Radio (NPR), Public Radio International (PRI) and the BBC World Service. News, Classical Music, Jazz, Public Affairs, Cultural Programming.
www.wvtf.org
www.radioiq.org
wvtf@vt.edu

Young Audiences * Arts For Learning * Virginia: 540.725.9240
5577 Westbriar Court, Roanoke, VA 24018
Integrating the arts into children's learning through performances that cultivate an understanding and appreciation of art forms, in-depth artist residencies that allow students to demonstrate multiple intelligences and practice applied creativity and self-expression, and professional development that encourages educators to use the arts as an innovative teaching tool.
www.yav.org
roanokedirector-yav@cox.net