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Where to see trains near Richmond, Virginia

From children who are enamored with the idea of an adventurous journey, or the powerful whistle sound; to adults who love the history of trains, and the sense of connection trains bring; trains are fascinating. And Richmond is a paradise for trainiacs. Home to … [Read more...] about Where to see trains near Richmond, Virginia

RVA Spring Break Events

Are the kids out of school for Spring Break and looking for something to do? How do you plan to keep them busy? We've found lots of FREE and low cost events in the Richmond area at museums, nature centers, attractions, spring break camps and more. Many Richmond … [Read more...] about RVA Spring Break Events

LOVEworks Signs Around Richmond

Need a fun activity to show your love? In Virginia, businesses, organizations and citizens show LOVE year round with one of a kind LOVEworks, large public art installations that spell out the L-O-V-E in capital letters. Often, LOVEworks are designed specifically … [Read more...] about LOVEworks Signs Around Richmond

Learning Through Play(Ground) at CMoR

The Children’s Museum of Richmond’s philosophy “learning through play”, is taking on an entirely new meaning through CMoR’s recently innovative playground at its downtown location. The state of the art playground is designed to serve not only the patrons of the … [Read more...] about Learning Through Play(Ground) at CMoR

Learn about Farm Life Through Chesterfield Children’s Museum Exhibit

The Childrens’ Museum of Richmond has always encouraged learning through play. The interactive and engaging exhibits allow children to do just that; and, the harvest exhibit at the Chesterfield location, CMoR’s young patrons are learning about farm life without … [Read more...] about Learn about Farm Life Through Chesterfield Children’s Museum Exhibit

Spring Break Trips for Richmond Families

Spring Break is ALMOST here! If your family is like mine, you’re on the hunt for something affordable, kid-friendly and within a few hours drive (or less depending on how fidgety your little ones are!).  Here are FIVE of my family’s favorite places to … [Read more...] about Spring Break Trips for Richmond Families

Free things to do in Fredericksburg, Virginia

You may know Fredericksburg for its Colonial and Civil War history. The area is definitely full of museums and battlefields. George Washington’s boyhood home is even located in Fredericksburg. But there are some unique adventures in Fredericksburg that may be … [Read more...] about Free things to do in Fredericksburg, Virginia

Free Open Studio Sundays at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

The first Sunday of the month,  mark your calendar for Open Studio Sundays at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Open Studio Sundays First Sundays, 12 – 3 pm | Art Education Center Make Open Studio Sunday part of your family’s monthly routine! Visit the MWV … [Read more...] about Free Open Studio Sundays at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

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