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WiseJAMS Music Program
Where
Program Location: Victorian Parlor
Main Park Address: Southwest Virginia Museum, 10 West First St. N., Big Stone Gap, VA 24219.
When
March 26, 2026. 3:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is thrilled to announce the spring semester of the WiseJAMS Music Program!
WiseJAMS is dedicated to preserving the rich Appalachian Mountain music heritage by offering affordable, after-school classes in fiddle, old-time banjo, and guitar for small groups of students.
Classes will be held every Thursday from 3:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. and are open to students in grades 3–8. Participants are expected to attend all weekly sessions. Each class includes an after-school snack and a 90-minute music lesson.
We strive to keep costs low so every child can participate: $150 per semester for full pay, $75 per semester for partial pay. Scholarships are available for families with financial need.
Instruments will be provided on loan at no cost for the duration of the program.
For more information or to register, please call the park at 276-523-1322.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $150 $75.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-523-1322
Email Address: SWVAMuseum@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | Kids/Family | Music/Concert
Additional dates
WiseJAMS Music Program - April 2, 2026. 3:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
WiseJAMS Music Program - April 16, 2026. 3:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
WiseJAMS Music Program - April 23, 2026. 3:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
WiseJAMS Music Program - April 30, 2026. 3:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
WiseJAMS Music Program - May 7, 2026. 3:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
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