4.5First Landing State Park(1.103 reviews) - Nice safe place to view nature and get some fresh air State Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Educational sites
Nature enthusiasts will love this park with 2,700-acres of hiking trails, cypress swamps and nesting grounds for a variety of birds.See more..
4.5The College of William and Mary(791 reviews) - near Williamsburg and worth the visit to see a really old American institution of higher education Educational sites
The Sir Christopher Wren building, the oldest college building in America, is one of several historical attractions on the campus of this second-oldest university in the U.S., which boasts four U.S. presidents among its graduates.See more..
It was a rainy morning, so we travelled to the VMI Museum to spend the morning. There is no parking next to the museum, so we drove on the circular drive that goes through campus to find a parking space. The museum has very well done displays showing VMI through it's historySee more..
4.5Military Women's Memorial(347 reviews) - Honor the women who serve(d) Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Military Museums • Monuments & Statues • Educational sites • History Museums
Dedicated in 1997, the Women's Memorial is the only major American memorial to honor women who have served in the United States military since the American Revolution. Tucked behind the memorial is the Military Women's Memorial Education Center and museum, housing exhibits and archives telling the stories of female servicemembers throughout American history. Female veterans can register their service at the memorial to ensure their contributions are preserved for decades to come. Military Women's Memorial hosts events open to the public. Check out the MWM website (www.womensmemorial.org) for more information on current exhibits and upcoming events! The Memorial marks the ceremonial entrance to Arlington National Cemetery.See more..
Explore the fascinating work of Edgar Cayce, documented psychic and the "father of holistic medicine." Founded in 1931 to research and explore transpersonal subjects such as holistic health, ancient mysteries, personal spirituality, dreams, philosophy, reincarnation, and intuition. Join us daily for free lecture, film and tour. Visit our library, bookstore and gift shop, relaxing meditation garden, or stone labyrinth. Enjoy a healthy meal at the Leaping Lizard Café or relax in our holistic spa. Visit our Web site for a full schedule of events for our non-profit organization.See more..
Our mission at the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum is to ignite creativity, spark curiosity and inspire learning in visitors of all ages by providing a rich variety of interactive, hands-on exhibits and programs that focus on the sciences and mathematics, the humanities, and the arts.All exhibits, activities and experiences provided by the Discovery Museum adhere to the following philosophical guidelines:Exhibits, activities and programs are interactive, participatory and informal, and give visitors opportunities to experiment, have fun playing, use their imaginations and share ideas.Visitors are engaged at their own level of expertise and experience.Activities and programs are multi-sensory, authentic, honest, and factual.The Museum works in a spirit of cooperation and partnership with educational, cultural, governmental and community organizations.See more..
Introducing the only interactive studio of its kind in Virginia...visit the studio and create one-of-a-kind glass art, hand made by YOU. No experience required - we'll show you how! Create beautiful fused glass artwork, including sun catchers, candle holders, picture frames, dish ware and more. There's something for everyone! An enjoyable and unique creative experience for families, dates, parties, team building, etc. The possibilities are endless! Visit our website to learn more and reserve a table for your group.See more..
4.5James Madison University(81 reviews) - Big, Beautiful Campus with Excellent Facilities Educational sites
Stopped by campus while geocaching. Found and logged an impressive geocache in the Rose Library. Also stopped by the bookstore to pick up a t-shirt. Explored campus a bit more and thought it was really nice. I also saw a small, autonomous vehicle delivering food on campus! Cool place.See more..
4.5Southwest Virginia Museum(46 reviews) - Informative and enjoyable Historic Sites • Educational sites • History Museums
4.5Fredericksburg Area Museum(44 reviews) - Hidden Gem Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Educational sites • History Museums
The FAM, housed in historic Town Hall/ Market House (c. 1816), has been part of the fabric of community life throughout the Fredericksburg area for nearly three decades. It tells the stories of the Fredericksburg community and regions, from the Virginia Indians pre-contact to the Black Lives Matter Movement. Our goal is to connect people to our community’s history.See more..
Built in 1879 under the leadership of the Reverend John P. Strider, this simple Carpenter's Gothic church contains the most elaborate example of late 19th century, folk-style trompe l'oeil frescoes in the Commonwealth. The Italian immigrant painter Joseph Dominick Phillip Oddenino, born in 1831 in Chieri, Turin, Italy, executed the frescoes between 1892 and 1899. Oddenino painted the ceiling to resemble beams framing rosettes. The artwork is a shining example of the ancient art of fresco and is a curious transplant in the rural Virginia countryside. The church, along with the frescoes, underwent complete restoration beginning in 1979See more..
