P owell, J r. Jr. Archives is situated in the Washington and Lee University School of Law in historic Lexington, Virginia.
Bus service is the only means of public transportation directly to Lexington.
The closest general aviation airport is located 50 miles south in Roanoke, Virginia. Located near a crossroad of interstate highways 81 and 64, Lexington is easily accessible by auto. Directions to the Powell Archives L odging A variety of visitor lodging is available. The range includes restored historic inns, bed and breakfast establishments, and national motel chains. The university does not provide lodging for researchers.