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Wandering the Wilderness Bus Tour

Location of Southwest Virginia Museum in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Museum Front Gate
Main Park Address: Southwest Virginia Museum, 10 West First St. N., Big Stone Gap, VA 24219.

When

Aug. 19, 2023. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The park is offering a unique opportunity to take a ride through history with a local historian. On this journey, you will travel by bus from the Anderson Blockhouse to the Cumberland Gap, stopping at important historical locations along the Wilderness Road. The historian on this tour will share the stories behind the history and bring alive this important time in our region.

Participants must bring their own lunch. Seating is limited and the fee is $25 per participant, so registration is required.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: $25/person.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-523-1322
Email Address: SWVAMuseum@dcr.virginia.gov