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
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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
Connect, Engage, Exercise and Explore at The Mariners’ Museum and Park
The Mariners’ Museum and Park in Newport News, Virginia, is home to approximately 32,000 objects, a library that holds nearly 110,000 books and a 550 acre park. The focus of the museum is to connect people to the world’s waters through the various works of art, … [Read more...] about Connect, Engage, Exercise and Explore at The Mariners’ Museum and Park
Staunton, Virginia: Family Itinerary
A family vacation for us requires affordability along with an array of activities all members of our family will enjoy. Recently, we traveled to Staunton, Virginia, less than two hours away from Richmond in pursuit of an adventure filled, and economical … [Read more...] about Staunton, Virginia: Family Itinerary
Lexington, Virginia: Family-friendly Itinerary
With two colleges, historical connections and a charming downtown, Lexington, Virginia has much to offer. Just over two hours from Richmond, Lexington makes an ideal destination for RVA families. Recently, our family spent three days in Lexington, taking in … [Read more...] about Lexington, Virginia: Family-friendly Itinerary
Jamestown Settlement: A Review, Plus Tips!
Jamestown Settlement tells the story of 17th-century Virginia, from the arrival of English colonists in Jamestown in 1607 to the cultural encounters and events that planted the seeds of a new nation. The world of Jamestown, America’s first permanent English … [Read more...] about Jamestown Settlement: A Review, Plus Tips!
Presidential Landmarks In Virginia Offer a Stark Lesson On Black History
The Commonwealth of Virginia calls itself “the birthplace of Presidents” because so many of those leaders called Virginia home. You don't have to wait until Presidents' Day in February to pay a visit to Virginia's many U.S. Presidential landmarks around the state. … [Read more...] about Presidential Landmarks In Virginia Offer a Stark Lesson On Black History
Review: Virginia Living Museum and Virginia Air and Space Science Center are worth the trip
Day trips with young children can be trying, which is why if I am going to pack all the snacks, sticker books, extra clothes, the list goes on - I want to fit in as much fun, learning and adventure as I can into one trip. With two massive, and very … [Read more...] about Review: Virginia Living Museum and Virginia Air and Space Science Center are worth the trip
Valentine’s Day – Ways to Celebrate
Whether you are looking for a simple at home Valentine’s Day for this year only, or to create new, cherished traditions, the options are plenty. Here are a few traditions our family looks forward to every year. Love Letters: A simple and inexpensive way to … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day – Ways to Celebrate
Spotting sunflower fields around Richmond
Sunflower season is upon us!🌻 Sunflower fields around Richmond are a great escape from the city or suburbia and a breathtaking backdrop for family photos or a location for a cheap date. Sunflowers' high season is generally July through September. The sheer … [Read more...] about Spotting sunflower fields around Richmond
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