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Walk Through Time at First Landing

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
Trail Center

When

June 15, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Travel through time during the 2024 Virginia State Parks History and Culture celebration at First Landing State Park. Visit the park on Sunday, June 15th for a guided hike focused on First Landing history, from the pre-colonial era to modern day. The hike is offered at 11 am or 1 pm. Bring your thinking caps, good hiking shoes, and all your burning history questions.

11am and 1pm: Meet at the Trail Center to uncover the history of the park, CCC, and Cape Henry region. The hike will be roughly 1 hour over easy terrain (.8 miles). Please bring comfortable shoes and a water bottle.

A woman admires the CCC dedication sign at FLSP

About Virginia State Parks History and Culture Day

On June 15, 1936, Virginia became the first state to open an entire park system of six parks on the same day. To celebrate this significant anniversary, Virginia State Parks hosts History and Culture Day every year on June 15, providing a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the stories that make our parks special while enjoying the scenic beauty of its natural landscapes. From cultural demonstrations and reenactments to ranger-led kayaking tours and guided nature walks, History and Culture Day offers special programs for visitors of all ages.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-412-2300
Email Address: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov