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Immerse yourself in the artistic and historical heart of Roanoke, Virginia, by visiting the iconic Downtown Roanoke LOVEwork. Designed by renowned Roanoke artist Eric Fitzpatrick, this public art installation is inspired by the region’s rail heritage and ties into the Virginia is for Lovers tourism campaign. Standing 5 feet tall and 9 feet wide, the LOVEwork seamlessly blends the state’s welcoming spirit with Roanoke’s historical connection to railroads.
This striking art piece serves as a must-see attraction for visitors exploring Roanoke’s downtown, celebrating both the artistic vibrancy and cultural richness of the city. As part of Virginia’s tourism message, it reminds visitors that love is at the heart of every Virginia vacation.
While in the area, take the opportunity to explore Roanoke’s rail heritage at the nearby Virginia Museum of Transportation and O. Winston Link Museum. Both museums, located within walking distance of the LOVEwork, offer an in-depth look into the region’s historical ties to the railroad.
For art lovers and history buffs alike, the Downtown Roanoke LOVEwork is a must-visit cultural landmark that captures the essence of Roanoke, VA.
I-81 to Exit 143 onto I-581/Route 220 South to Exit 5 (Downtown). Follow signs.
Or Route 220 North to Exit 6 (Elm Avenue). Turn left onto Elm Avenue. Follow signs.
Wherever you’re headed downtown, you’re sure to find parking nearby. With more than 600 free on-street spaces and 6,000 parking options off-street, it’s easy to get close to your favorite place. All of our on-street parking is free and often unlimited after normal business hours. And many of downtown’s paid parking garages and surface lots are even free on the weekends or after 5pm on weekdays. We’re also proud to be a very pedestrian and bike-friendly area with lots to see along the way!
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Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge is committed to cultivating an atmosphere that welcomes and celebrates the unique backgrounds, abilities, passions, and perspectives of our vibrant community. As our region’s only destination marketing organization, we have a responsibility to showcase the best the Roanoke Region has to offer, and those assets and strengths come in varied forms. We embrace differences in race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, language, visible and invisible disabilities, and all the intersecting identities that make Virginians and visitors alike so unique. We believe our differences make us stronger– and better.