29 Kid Friendly Virginia Museums

Make learning fun with a trip to one of these 29 kid friendly Virginia Museums. Whether it's an afternoon adventure, an all day exploration, or part of a weekend travel itinerary, these museums are sure to engage your children - and you! Kid Friendly Virginia Museums Whether your child is a toddler or a teen, you’re sure to find just the right kid friendly Virginia museum. Here’s a quick tour of some family favorites. Be sure to check their websites for special exhibits along with updates regarding admission. To help find the museum(s) th...

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Winter Family Adventures

Whether you're a family of outdoor enthusiasts or prefer to stay warm inside, one of these winter family adventures is sure to please. Take your pick of hikes, winter sports, family-friendly museums and more. Winter Family Adventures When you’re dressed for the elements, winter is a great time to explore. The VA Kids Trail is home to national and state parks as well as environmental preserves. Winter sports rule at one of America's top family fun resorts in the Shenandoah Valley. And we've even come up with a few unique family adventures to...

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Check Out These Shenandoah Valley Holiday Happenings

Seasons Greetings! Looking for Shenandoah Valley holiday happenings? We’ve updated last year's list for 2021 and even added some links to inspire your gift giving. Shenandoah Valley Holiday Happenings The next two weekends are stuffed like a stocking with Christmas parades throughout the Shenandoah Valley. And the Santa gang is out in force. Here are a few Shenandoah Valley holiday happenings to make things merry and bright. Enjoy a walking holiday light tour now through January 2 with Frederick County Parks and Recreation. Get your tic...

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There are No Grocery Stores in Space

Ever wonder what - and how - astronauts eat? After all, there are no grocery stores in space. From applesauce in a tube to baking cookies, here's what astronauts put on their on their plates, courtesy of Guest Blogger and Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Curator Jennifer Lavasseur, PhD. There are no Grocery Stores in Space When was the last time you visited a grocery store? I would guess it was within the last few days. You probably picked up some milk, maybe eggs and bread, fresh produce, and perhaps some meat or fish. The plastic a...

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Make Learning Fun with Air and Space

Combine interactive online activities with a visit to the Smithsonian’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center and make learning fun! Get helpful tips on making the most of your museum experience and how to use the learning portal to supplement your visit as well as your child’s education. Make Learning Fun at the Museum Located next to the Dulles Airport, the Udvar-Hazy Center is the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum’s annex. But with 3000 artifacts on display, there’s nothing subordinate about this museum’s collection. And if your child is fas...

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