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The Science Museum of Western Virginia is located in the Historic Downtown Roanoke City Market. We occupy the fourth and fifth floors of a multicultural building called Center in the Square, which is also the home to museums of art and history, live professional theatre, opera, and dance, and the region's arts council. Our address is One Market Square, Roanoke, VA 24011.


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Parking
Ample parking is available in downtown Roanoke within a short walk of the Museum (adjacent to three blocks), although some lots and garages fill up around lunchtime on weekdays. The most convenient parking location is a parking garage operated by the City of Roanoke which adjoins Center in the Square. During the week, parking is $1 per half hour with a $6 maximum. Parking is free on Saturdays until 4pm and on Sundays. The fee to park in the Center in the Square garage is $3 on Saturdays from 4-9pm. Other less expensive parking lots include one attended and several unattended lots located within one to two blocks of the Museum. Free on-street parking is limited to one hour. The Museum is also accessible using public transportation. For more information about parking locations and fees, visit Park Roanoke, or call 540/343-0585.


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