Category: Roanoke Star

Learn More About The Iconic Roanoke Star

Electronic Star Shines White from Mill Mountain in Roanoke, Virginia.
In 1949, the Roanoke Merchants Association, representing the local retailers, began brainstorming ideas for promoting the upcoming Christmas shopping season. Several ideas were tossed around, and a final decision was made to put a large star at the highest point on Mill Mountain.   The merchants association approached sign maker, Roy Kinsey,... [read more]

Free Attractions Around Roanoke

Roanoke Attractions
You want to go out and enjoy Roanoke, but you’re on a serious budget. You might think that means you need to stay home, but there are tons of free things to do in the city. From hands-on activities to sightseeing, you can easily spend the weekend out without spending... [read more]

Visit the Roanoke Star

Roanoke Star
  Standing sentry atop Mill Mountain and overlooking the surrounding valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Roanoke Star is a regional icon. The structure, made from three concentric stars formed by 2,000 feet of neon tubing, welcomes visitors and reminds locals that they’re home. But when was the last time... [read more]