Roanoke, Virginia: Mini-Graceland, Elvis City
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- Address:
- 605 Riverland Rd. SE, Roanoke, VA
- Directions:
- From north: take I-81 to I-581, Exit in downtown Roanoke at Elm Av., turn left onto Williamson Road. This will go under 581... follow to end, turn right, then right onto bridge -- Walnut, then left on Piedmont, right on Riverland.
- Hours:
- M-F 8 am-10 pm, Sa 8 am - 10 pm. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Admission:
- Donations accepted.
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One man's tiny tribute to the most memorable buildings in the life of Elvis. Left to deteriorate for many years after creator's death in 2012.
Roadsideamerica.com Report...For many years, the Epperly family restored their backyard miniature version of Graceland and other Elvis Presley landmarks for the holiday season.
Roadsideamerica.com Report... [12/17/2006]Visitor Tips and News About Mini-Graceland, Elvis City
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It seems like Elvis City is a bit dilapidated since the creator died.
[Em, 06/01/2019]I stopped at Mini Graceland on my hike up to the Roanoke Star (great!) but found it pretty much a shambles. There is debris all over the property, and some of the buildings seem to have been damaged in a storm or trampled. Graceland, the statue, Birthplace, Church, and grave site are intact and show the great attention to detail, but the wrecksge all around is disheartening. Still worth a short visit for me as I've been to the original sites and am an Elvis fan, but shame to see it in such a state.
[Oliver Mueller, 01/27/2017]
Not much is new here. A lot of it is rundown. But still a very nice tribute. Hope they repair it soon.
[Brooke Riedel, 05/17/2016]Page of 5 [Next 5 items]
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