Tucked away in Roanoke's historic Mountain View neighborhood sits the Fishburn Mansion. The 42-room, Georgian-Revival mansion was built in 1907 by Junius B. Fishburn, a prominent publisher, banker, entrepreneur, and philanthropist throughout the Roanoke Valley in the first half of the 20th century. During this tour, you will learn about the history of the home […]
(18+, 8+ with adult) This will be an easy 16-mile out-and-back bike ride on the New River Trail. Perfect for families or for the casual rider. We will cross multiple bridges with amazing views of rivers, mountains, and meadows. At the halfway point, we will stop at the Historic Draper Mercantile where participants can grab […]
(18+,10+ with adult) Experience the magic of Carvins Cove like never before! Roanoke’s beloved paddling spot transforms under the night sky! Join us during our special nighttime kayaking tour, happening on April 1st. Picture yourself gliding through the shimmering waters, guided by our knowledgeable paddling instructors who will unravel the area’s fascinating history and point […]
🥁 World Drumming Night: West African Rhythms 🥁 Join us for an energizing evening of West African drumming with instructor Linda Macchia, The Beat Goes On. This hands-on experience will introduce rhythms from Guinea, Mali, Ivory Coast, Liberia, and South Africa using traditional instruments like the djembe and dununba bass drums. You’ll learn how different […]
(55+) Looking to get out and about and make new friends? Join us at the Fishburn Mansion at Mountain View this Spring! For a one-time quarterly fee, you’ll be able to attend a different activity each month. April 10 – Arts & Crafts at the Mansion May 15 – Transportation to Lunch (cost of meal […]