Historic Fishburn Mansion

The historic Fishburn Mansion is more than just an architectural gem; it serves as a lively social hub offering a range of public recreational activities and acting as a serene space for private event hosting. Built by Junius B. Fishburn in 1907, the mansion was donated to the city in 1955 solely for public recreation, holds a special place in Roanoke's heart as a beloved space for social and recreational engagements.

The Historic Fishburn Mansion (also known as the Mountain View Recreation Center) is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is in need of repairs and updates. To begin the process of addressing these needs, grant funding has been secured to complete planning services and develop schematic design plans. Funding for these early steps comes from a $40,000 Virginia Department of Historic Resources grant and an additional $50,500 from the Fishburn Family Foundation. This funding will go towards the development of concept plans, but will not include the physical repair or renovation work.

Public input is an important part of the process to let the City know about the community's priorities. You can access a survey and share your feedback on the historic Fishburn Mansion at the link provided.

https://www.playroanoke.com/survey/

If you are interested in continuing efforts to support this historic property, the Friends of Mountain View is a non-profit organization which helps to protect Historic Mountain View and its legacy. The Friends of Mountain View was instrumental in securing the grant funding for this project, and will continue to provide volunteer support throughout the planning process.

More information about The Friends of Mountain View can be found at: https://friendsofmountainview.org/