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Archie’s Lobster House, formerly located at Williamson Road and Peters Creek Road, was Roanoke’s first seafood restaurant when it opened in 1947. Until 1978, it was operated by Archie Parrish. It was razed in 1981.

Peters Creek Esso Station, formerly located at 2700 Peters Creek Road NW.

Two unidentified women pose next to Christmas decorations at the Roanoke Salem Plaza.

Roanoke Salem Plaza opened in 1962. It was the third largest shopping center to open in the valley, with Crossroads being the first and Towers, the second.

Roanoke Salem Plaza opened in 1962. It was the third largest shopping center to open in the valley, with Crossroads being the first and Towers, the second.

Peters Creek Esso Service Center was located at 2700 Peters Creek Road.

Southview Elementary School, located on Peters Creek Road. The building is now used for Roanoke County administrative offices.