The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is now accepting entries for the “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show.

Mom does everything for you.

Looking for a fun way to explore the park at your own pace?

Flowers always make a great gift, so come make your own bouquet of flowers with us!

Flowers are a traditional Mother’s Day gift, but they only last so long! Why not join us in making some flowers that are a bit more permanent?

Build your very own bug hotel to help provide a winter habitat for beneficial insects.  Your creation will offer insects a special space to hunker down for the winter where they can breed and grow!

Ever wonder what dolls of the 18th century frontier looked like or what they were made of?

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

Come over to Picnic Shelter #2 and get inspired by the great outdoors.

The peepers are peepin', and Spring has sprung; come enjoy the park while the season is young!

Come over to Picnic Shelter #2 and get inspired by the great outdoors.

Ever wonder what a ranger does from day to day?

Hoot have thought reconstructing skeletons could be so cool? Learn about some of our native owl species while you dissect a Great Horned Owl pellet.

Nature journaling is the intersection of art, science, and curiosity.

Join us for our nature photography series!  April 19 - Wildflowers and Wildlife  May 17 - Bird ID and Photography  June 21 - Wildlife Photography and Scavenger Hunt  On May 17, we will meet at the visitor center to review bird identification and tips for photographing birds.  After the meeting at the visitor center, we will explore habitats that birds frequent to observe them and photograph these flying wonders.

What can we hear, see, smell, and touch?

What better way to celebrate National Kids to Parks Day than an all-day fair!

Have you ever thought about what an animal eats?

Connect your family to nature with our special programming for Kids to Parks Day.

Join a ranger to create something special from natural elements found around the park.

Celebrate Nationals Kids to Parks Day with us as we Launch into Summer!

Learn how Mother Nature can both inspire and help you create your next masterpiece.

Stop by from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. to explore the amazing variety of Virginia's RAPTORS with hands-on activities and touchable models.

Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day with us and experience the wonders of Douthat State Park from a whole new perspective: through the eyes of a child.

Join us for an afternoon of fun, crafts, and nature exploration for kids and families.

Families can join rangers for fun nature activities on Kids to Park Day!

Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day our little park that's close to home.

Holliday Lake State Park is buzzing with life this time of year.

Looking for a fun way to explore the park at your own pace?

Westmoreland State Park invites you to learn about the different fossil types that you can find here along the shoreline, and why, as you create your very own shark tooth necklace keepsake.

Bird feeders are a great food source for Virginia’s birds and a wonderful way to bring nature into your own yard.

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

The peepers are peepin', and Spring has sprung; come enjoy the park while the season is young!

Come over to Picnic Shelter #2 and get inspired by the great outdoors.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!

Request a ranger to give your family or group a chance to engage in activities not otherwise available in our park.

To arrange a ranger-led field trip for your school, homeschool group, youth organization or daycare; complete and submit a Field Trip Registration Form.

Stop by Hungry Mother's Discovery Center and ask front desk about our Park Packs.