Alexander-Gish House

The Alexander-Gish House offers event hire in a historic home beside Highland Park in Roanoke, Virginia. Its intimate setting suits organisers planning weddings, meetings, showers, family reunions, workshops, parties and other small gatherings. The rental includes the house’s main floor, with an entrance hall, two parlours, a meeting room and a kitchen, as well as the surrounding grounds and historic gazebo.

Inside, the house can accommodate up to 65 people. The outdoor areas allow organisers to consider a larger gathering, with lawns and a gas fire pit adding options for a relaxed reception or an outdoor element to the occasion. Tables and chairs, utilities, internet access and on-site parking are included in the rental. The building also has central heating and air conditioning, and alcoholic drinks are permitted.

The property’s historic character gives events a distinctive backdrop, while its practical facilities support meetings and workshops as well as celebrations. Couples can use the venue for wedding-related gatherings, and the indoor rooms offer a choice of spaces for guests to mingle or for a more structured programme. The gazebo and surrounding park grounds provide additional possibilities for outdoor moments and photographs.

Located at 641 Walnut Avenue SW, the house is managed by Old Southwest, Inc. Rental income helps support the organisation’s continuing preservation work at the property. Organisers can enquire about availability by calling the venue or submitting a request through the rental page. The published daily rental price is $395 to $450, with the listed common-area facilities and grounds included.