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Attractions - Historical Sites
Roanoke Star/Overlook
J. P. Fishburne Parkway and Prospect Road
Roanoke, VA 24016
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Phone: (540)342-6025
Toll Free: (800)635-5535
Indians wandering the parallel ridges of the Allegheny Mountains named their great valley, Shenandoah, "daughter of the stars." Here, nestled in this beautiful valley, is the progressive - spirited "Star City of the South" - Roanoke. And, visible from just about every part of this city is the splendidly illuminated, 100 foot - tall Roanoke Star. Below are some facts of interest about our most notable landmark.
Erected...............................1949
Height of structure................100 ft.
Height of Star....................88.5 ft.
Weight of Star.................10,000 lbs.
Weight of steel Structure......60,000 lbs.
Weight of concrete base.......500,000 lbs.
Depth of base......................6.5 ft.
Visibility from air...............60 miles
Length of neon tubing.............2000 ft.
Current consumes..............17,500 watts
Height above sea level...........1,045 ft.
* Several possible color combinations Red, White, and Blue when selected for the "All-American City" status.
* Illuminated every night until midnight
Location:
A 15 minute drive from downtown to Mill Mountain Park (off Jefferson St. to Walnut Ave.) or just off the Parkway at the Mile Post 120. Visit the star anytime to begin your Roanoke Valley tour with a spectacular view.
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