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Creepy Cryptids Program

Location of Southwest Virginia Museum in Virginia

Where

Program Location: High Knob Destination Center
Main Park Address: Southwest Virginia Museum, 10 West First St. N., Big Stone Gap, VA 24219.

When

April 10, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

What's in these mountains? Join a park ranger and volunteer at the High Knob Destination Center for a deep dive into some of southern Appalachia’s most intriguing legends and local mysteries—from Norton’s famous Woodbooger to the 1987 UFO sightings over Wytheville, Virginia. Come discover the stories behind the myths. The truth is out there.

No registration is needed to attend.

For more information about this program, please call the park at 276-523-1322.

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Other details

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