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O. Winston Link & Roanoke History Museum

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O. Winston Link & Roanoke History Museum is a tourist attraction in Roanoke, VA.

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Journi -Google user

3 months ago

I entered this museum and uncultured swine, and exited quite the fan of Mr. Link. I highly recommend this spot. Almost slept on it myself. Glad I came around. Only wish I had the time to do the Virginia Museum of Transportation as well. Oh...Read More

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Wilson Fujinaga -Google user

a year ago

Charming museum that was once a train station dedicated to one man’s love of the now gone steam engine train where his passion was captured in the impressive grandeur photographs he took from the 1950’s. A master of light and engineering, Ogle spent much of...Read More

linda nance -Google user

2 weeks ago

This turned out to be such an interesting exhibit. I would encourage everyone to have a visit.

Lew Nuzzie -Google user

6 years ago

As a Rail-fan and Lionel train collector, this museum has it all. I had always thought the N&W 611 was the classiest and finest steam engine ever built, compared to the SP 4449, the Chessie 614, the NYC J1 Hudson. The photography and settings...Read More

Vicky Kuharski -Google user

6 years ago

Very interesting museum. A lot of cool history and beautiful photography. Definitely worth the trip.

Sandi Raymond -Google user

a month ago

We've visited twice for homeschool field trips. One was a walking tour, to learn about the history of the facilities nearby. Another was inside the museum, to learn about photography perspectives. Both events were informative and fun. The person in charge of these events is...Read More

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Timothy Callahan -Google user

4 days ago

This was a.great museum to visit if you are a fan of photography and/or steam engines. Spent about 90 minutes there.

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Shelley Polly -Google user

5 months ago

First time visitor for Homeschool Days. What a gem! The program director is knowledgeable, energetic, and engaged. The musuem offers a variety of exhibits, both informational and hands-on, including Colonial era clothing for playing dress-up. We could have spent several more hours exploring....Read More

John H -Google user

11 months ago

I was blown away by this place and was much more than I expected. I thought it was going to be an art gallery of the photos but it had so much more. Make sure you start with the film and that tells...Read More

Chris Hupf -Google user

a year ago

Very nice museum visit. Two seniors visited this museum on a Wednesday in early June and greatly enjoyed ourselves. The photos Link took of the last of the working steam engines in the late 1950s were incredible. Very good short introductory movie about the world...Read More

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James R. Littlepage -Google user

a year ago

The visit was wonderful starting at the front desk with Ms. Jane. She was very friendly and informative. Talked us into seeing the Link museum and several other places in Roanoke. In the gift shop was a gentleman, I believe his name was Wayne,...Read More

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Steven Dougherty -Google user

3 months ago

Fabulous display and explanation of his work and life. Added benefit of colonial history of this part of Virginia.

Brenda McMath -Google user

2 years ago

We started at the front desk of the visitors center. Linda was friendly, welcoming and super helpful with suggestions on what to see and where to eat lunch. We chose to purchase the combination ticket for the O. Winston Link Museum and The …

Era Migration -Google user

2 years ago

It's a very small but informative and well-kept museum about the history of Roanoke and one of its main industries: railroads. The museum doesn't have much for anyone who is more hands-on, although there were little areas with Lincoln logs …

corey glab -Google user

4 years ago

Went to this museum on a airline layover. If you like classic steam trains or photography you will love this museum. The short movie is a must. You will gain a full appreciation for the logistics and planning for Mr. Link’s photos. ...Read More

Kyle Yates -Google user

a year ago

Wonderful museum showcasing Winston Link's photography, setup, story, library, and Virginia history! A must see for train, photography, and history enthusiasts.

Nate Scheblo -Google user

9 years ago

I discovered this page via researching the nearby Virginia museum of transportation. I mistakenly assumed this museum would be the lesser of the two, boy was I wrong. I would say they are equal, as they both spectacularly display some …

Charles Logan -Google user

5 years ago

This is a totally unique experience. This is the only collection of steam powered trains in the world. Recently shared with a museum in Berlin Germany with great interest. …

Daniel Daniel -Google user

2 years ago

Friendly staff especially the volunteer retired railroad man. Great photos. You don’t have to like trains! The story of OWL and the amazing photos a stand alone.

Paul Tashner -Google user

2 years ago

Interesting exhibit on modern architectural design of cars, trains, planes, and buildings. We found some books and old maps in the gift store that we bought. Sleepy but interesting to us on a genealogy research trip.

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Wheelchair accessible elevator

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Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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