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The Lives of Zebra Butterflies

Location of Powhatan State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Shelter 1
Main Park Address: Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.

When

Aug. 30, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Learn about one of the park's special creatures: the zebra swallowtail butterfly! These beautiful bugs can be seen floating around meadows and forests during this time of year. The caterpillars of the zebra swallowtail love Powhatan State Park for a very specific reason...come find out why! You'll come face to face with live caterpillars and make your own zebra swallowtail buddy that can be worn as a bracelet.

Register here to let us know you're coming. We will contact you if the program is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

butterfly made of black paper with white stripes in a flowery meadow

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov