Roanoke Collection

John Randolph of Roanoke at age 32, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee
NWI4951723 John Randolph of Roanoke at age 32, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee.; (add.info.: John Randolph of Roanoke at age 32)

Roanoke Virginia Skyline
Michael Tompsett

Roanoke Virginia Skyline
Michael Tompsett

The Lost Colony of Roanoke, Roanoke Island, North Carolina, where 115 people mysteriously disappeared c. 1590
2956622 The Lost Colony of Roanoke, Roanoke Island, North Carolina, where 115 people mysteriously disappeared c. 1590. John White discovers the word Croatoan carved onto a tree upon his return to

North Carolina, Outer Banks, Roanoke Island, Manteo, Aquarium

Roanoke, Virginia, USA downtown skyline at dawn

Roanoke, Virginia, USA downtown skyline from above at dusk

Map of 1590 engraved by Theodore de Bry after watercolour by the English colonist John White, governor of Roanoke
528389 Map of 1590 engraved by Theodore de Bry after watercolour by the English colonist John White, governor of Roanoke. Virginia and coast with small islands and Roanoke at mouth of river

Ruins of the English Settlement at Roanoke (engraving)
663864 Ruins of the English Settlement at Roanoke (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins of the English Settlement at Roanoke)

Norfolk & Western Railway, c. 1925 (b / w photo)
PNP246629 Norfolk & Western Railway, c.1925 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

Letter to William Cecil, Lord Burghley, Lord High Treasurer
KDC441070 Letter to William Cecil, Lord Burghley, Lord High Treasurer, written on board his flagship, Elizabeth Bonaventure at Plymouth, 26 July, 1586 ( pen & ink on paper) by Drake

John Randolph, 1804 / 1805. Creator: Gilbert Stuart
John Randolph, 1804/1805

Roanoke Colony settlers arrive, 1587
English colonists landing on Roanoke Island, 1587. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Colonists arriving on Roanoke Island, 1585
Landing of first English settlers on Roanoke Island under Richard Grenville, 1585. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Disappearance of Roanoke Island colonists, 1591
Return of Governor John White to find Roanoke colonists have vanished, 1591. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Lost Colony of Roanoke, Roanoke Island, North Carolina, United States of America, where 115 people mysteriously disappeared c. 1590

A Dance Of The Carolina Indians At Roanoke Engraving From The Original Drawing By John White 1540-1606 Virginian Pioneer And English Colonist In America From The Book The Century Illustrated Monthly

Salsify (Tragopogon) With Its Showy Seed Head; Roanoke, Virginia, United States Of America

Roakoke Colony alarm, 1580s
Messenger warning of a Native American attack, Roanoke Colony, late 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Governor White finds Roanoke Colony abandoned, 1591
Roanoke Colony abandoned without a trace except " Croatoan" carved on a tree, 1591. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Virginia Dare baptised on Roakoke Island, 1585
Baptism of Virginia Dare, the first English child born in the New World, Roanoke Colony, 1587. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

John Randolph - 2
JOHN RANDOLPH of Roanoke American statesman Date: 1773 - 1833

John Randolph - 3
JOHN RANDOLPH of Roanoke American statesman with his autograph Date: 1773 - 1833

USA, Virginia, Roanoke, Explore Park. Detail of rusty barn door brace. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

USA, Virginia, Roanoke, Explore Park. Detail of log cabin. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Boys and girls collect fats and greases then turn it over to school authorities
As part of their junior commando activities, these boys and girls collect all fats and greases from local housewives during the week, and turn it over to school authorities in Roanoke, Virginia

Source of the Roanoke, Virginia, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

The Arrival of the English in Virginia, from Admiranda Narratio 1585-88
XIR190220 The Arrival of the English in Virginia, from Admiranda Narratio.. 1585-88 (coloured engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98); Service Historique de la Marine, Vincennes

Newly discovered Virginia, 1590 (hand coloured engraving)
XOS1765713 Newly discovered Virginia, 1590 (hand coloured engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98), after White, John (d.1593); 29x40 cm; New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: Americae pars)

Their sitting at meat, 1590 (engraving)
XJF1072666 Their sitting at meat, 1590 (engraving) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: plate XVI, from America, Part I)

The Arrival of the Englishmen in Virginia, plate from A Brief and True Report
XJF105351 The Arrival of the Englishmen in Virginia, plate from A Brief and True Report of the New Found Land of Virginia by Thomas Harriot (1560-1621) engraved by Theodore de Bry, pub

Roanoke, between 1860 and 1865, drawing on light brown paper pencil, 10. 3 x 15. 5 cm
Roanoke, between 1860 and 1865, drawing on light brown paper pencil, 10.3 x 15.5 cm. (sheet), 1862-1865, by Alfred R Waud, 1828-1891, an american artist famous for his American Civil War sketches

ROANOKE, VIRGINIA, 1856. Roanoke, Charlotte County, Virginia, the seat of Congressman John Randolph (1773-1833). Wood engraving, American, 1856

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. Young textile mill boys at a cotton mill in Roanoke, Virginia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, May 1911

CHILD LABOR, 1911. R. L. Witt working on the railroad while his three oldest children
CHILD LABOR, 1911. R.L. Witt working on the railroad while his three oldest children work in the Roanoke Cotton Mills. Photographed in Roanoke, Virginia on May 1911 by Lewis Hine

USS ROANOKE, 1863. Steam frigate of the United States Navy, built in 1855 and converted to an ironclad in 1863 in New York. Lithograph, 1863

FACTORY WORKER HOUSING, 1911. Settlement of textile mill workers in Roanoke, Virginia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, May 1911

Map of 1590 engraved by Theodore de Bry after watercolour by the English colonist John White, governor of Roanoke. Virginia and coast with small islands and Roanoke at mouth of river

The Englishmans Arrival in Virginia: 1590. Th. De Bry after watercolour by John White English colonist, governor of Roanoke. Virginia coast with small islands and Roanoke at mouth of river

Source of the Roanoke, Virginia, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

CIVIL WAR: IRON WORKS, 1862. Workmen at the Novelty Iron Works in New York City bending plates to be used in refitting the U.S.S. Roanoke as an ironclad vessel during the American Civil War, 1862

John Randolph. Of Roanoke. Print showing John Randolph, half-length portrait, seated in chair, facing front, with left arm over back of chair, holding top hat in left hand

The Burnside expedition landing at Roanoke Island - February 7th 1862. Print shows boats and riverboats filled with soldiers landing on the shore; scores of soldiers disembark

Sir Richard Grenville, English explorer
Sir Richard Grenville (1542-1591), English explorer and adventurer. Grenville was born at Clifton House in Devon, cousin to both Francis Drake and Walter Raleigh

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Sir Walter Raleigh. Hand-colored engraving of a painting

The Civil war in America: General Burnsides expedition
The 9th New York (Hawkins Zouaves)and the 21st Massachusetts taking the Confederate fieldwork on Roanoke island at the point of the bayonet, during General Burnsides expedition to seize the area

The Civil War in America. The Picket leading the ships of th
General Burnside took his troops to engage with the Confederates on Roanoke Island

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"Roanoke: A Tapestry of History and Mystery" From the enchanting Roanoke Virginia skyline to the intriguing map engraved by Theodore de Bry, this captivating city holds a rich tapestry of stories waiting to be unraveled. Steeped in history, Roanoke takes us back to 1590 when English colonist John White governed the land, leaving behind an exquisite watercolor that would forever immortalize his legacy. As we delve deeper into Roanoke's past, we discover the Secotan and Weapemeoc native lands, where cultures intertwined with nature harmoniously. The tomb of their weroans stands as a solemn reminder of their ancient traditions and leadership. However, not all tales from it can filled with tranquility. The haunting engraving depicting the massacre of settlers sends shivers down our spines as we contemplate the tragic events that unfolded on this very soil. Yet amidst ruins and despair, resilience prevails. The ruins of the English settlement at Roanoke stand as a testament to human determination against adversity—a symbol of hope rising from ashes. Fast forward through time, and we find ourselves captivated by a black-and-white photograph capturing Norfolk & Western Railway in its prime during 1925—a snapshot frozen in time that transports us back to an era long gone but never forgotten. Intriguing correspondence surfaces too—an old letter addressed to William Cecil revealing snippets of life in Roanoke during Lord Burghley's reign—giving us glimpses into political intrigues and societal dynamics that shaped this remarkable place. And then there is John Randolph—the enigmatic figure captured by Gilbert Stuart's brush strokes—his piercing gaze hinting at untold stories hidden within his soul. Who was he? What secrets did he hold? Finally, present-day Roanoke beckons adventurers with Explore Park—an oasis where rustic beauty meets modernity.