What Can We do at the Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail?

Stroll through the museum exhibits, featuring the development and construction of the Roanoke Navigation Canal and other canals like it on the fall line and the conversion from navigation to power generation

Watch an oral history DVD in which 10 people share their research and reminiscences about the Roanoke Canal and the Roanoke River

Peruse locally donated artifacts portraying life along the Roanoke River during the lifetime of the canal

Learn about local wildlife found along the Roanoke Canal Trail and the Roanoke River, including the infamous striped bass

Angle for magnetic fish, construct an aqueduct, dress in animal costumes, draw on the chalkboard or play with blocks or animal magnets in our children’s area

Have a picnic with family, friends or civic group in our picnic area

Walk portions of the 7.5 mile Roanoke Canal Trail to observe wildlife, view historic canal structures and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Roanoke River