Dino-lovers in Virginia are in luck, as there is no shortage of opportunities to check out dinosaur sculptures, dig pits and fossils all over the state. Wondering where to travel so you can transport to prehistoric times and visit some dinosaurs? Check out our … [Read more...] about Dinosaur Exhibits in Virginia
Attractions & Museums
Science Museum of Virginia Announces 2025 Programming Schedule
Resolve to pack 2025 with more STEM. From exhibitions to events, the Science Museum of Virginia is offering numerous ways for guests to engage with science, technology, engineering and math this year. Exhibitions “Towers of Tomorrow with LEGOⓇ … [Read more...] about Science Museum of Virginia Announces 2025 Programming Schedule
Free Admission for Teachers – Science Museum of Virginia
Teachers, start planning fun field trips at the Teacher Resource Fair at Science Museum of Virginia on February 8. SMV staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about planning a fun and engaging experience for your students. Additionally, there will be … [Read more...] about Free Admission for Teachers – Science Museum of Virginia
Museums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — see which Richmond area museums participate
The Museums for All Initiative is a program from the Institute of Museum and Library Services that aims to make museums accessible to all families, regardless of financial status. Through this program, anyone who receives SNAP is eligible to access over 1,000 … [Read more...] about Museums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — see which Richmond area museums participate
Richmond’s Best Gardens: Beauty, History, Discovery from the Richmond Garden Trail
The Richmond Garden Trail offers a unique spring activity for families, students, couples and of course, horticulturists. The trail consists of ten breathtaking sites within ten miles of one another. Each site provides something different than the next, making each … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Best Gardens: Beauty, History, Discovery from the Richmond Garden Trail
Black History Month Activities for Richmond Families
February is Black History Month, which is a chance to celebrate achievements of Black Americans. Richmond offers a myriad of opportunities for families to celebrate these notable individuals’ accomplishments. As schools continue to make Black History studies … [Read more...] about Black History Month Activities for Richmond Families
Richmond Historic Cemeteries offer quiet solace of nature, window to the past and notable art
There are many beautiful, historic and military-themed cemeteries in Richmond which are appropriate to visit on Memorial Day. Visiting Richmond’s 18th and 19th century burial grounds is a chance to experience landscape designs, artwork and biographies of the … [Read more...] about Richmond Historic Cemeteries offer quiet solace of nature, window to the past and notable art
Free and cheap things to do in Richmond this weekend
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Richmond? Here’s our list of the top free and cheap events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Richmond that won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck. Besides some of the highlighted events listed here, … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do in Richmond this weekend
National Parks Entrance-Free Days
Here in the Richmond area we have numerous National Park sites and many more within driving distance. The fee waiver is a great excuse to make a day trip to these educational, historical and often naturally beautiful places. Which of these nearby National … [Read more...] about National Parks Entrance-Free Days
Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Richmond, Virginia
If you are looking to connect to someone special or give your sweetie some love and attention, on the cheap, any time of the year, there are plenty of activities and destinations in Richmond that are low cost and really can make that special someone feel loved and … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Richmond, Virginia
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