Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

National Take a Walk in the Park Day

Location of Southwest Virginia Museum in Virginia

Where

Southwest Virginia Museum, 10 West First St. N., Big Stone Gap, VA 24219.
Museum Front Lawn

When

March 30, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Who doesn’t like spending some time in nature? The National Take a Walk in the Park Day encourages all of us to invest in our health. Wear some comfortable walking shoes, find a friend, a family member, or just come by yourself and enjoy a peaceful walk around the beautiful grounds of the museum in the spring. This event is self-guided.

This event is self-guided, so no registration is required.

For more information about this event, please call the park.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-523-1322
Email Address: SWVAMuseum@dcr.virginia.gov