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Voted #1 Butterfly House and Garden by USA TODAY 10BEST! Open: June 14 - September 30 Our Summer Butterfly House offers an up-close look at native butterflies in a vibrant, enclosed habitat filled with nectar-rich plants. Originally a temporary exhibit in 2009, […]
Enjoy the Autumn air and a leisurely walk down Hayden’s Lane (located off of Main Street in the 200 block between The Gourmet Bakery and Beyond Main). The featured book, Where Are You From? will be posted on signs along the lane […]
This fall at Cullipher Farm, we continue our Little Farmers Classes with a fall twist: learn about all the fall things happening on the farm.
Bergey’s Fall Tradition corn maze runs from September 12th through October 31st, featuring a 10-acre aviation-themed maze with weekday and Saturday pricing options for petting zoos, hayrides, and corn gun shots. Ages 1 and under and ages 65 and up […]
Join Moore to See Tours on an immersive observation boat tour of the North Landing River centered on the seasonal change of the wetlands and fall behaviors of wildlife as they migrate, forage, and prepare for winter in the North […]
Do you and your family enjoy the sights, smells, and sounds, of the children's garden at Sleepy Hole Park? Come meet the VCE Master Gardeners who plant, tend, and educate in the park every Wednesday and create a sensory garden […]
Join us for free weekly programs on Wednesdays and Thursdays for NBG Members! All programs are recommended for ages 3+ with chaperone assistance. Themes vary weekly for each program. NBG members must pre-register their tickets online and show their membership for entry […]
Join us on Wednesday mornings for an educational and unique guided walk through Owl Creek Landing. Your guide, Brett, will cover a variety of topics, including: Wildlife that inhabit VB and the Owl Creek Landing property VB’s key position for […]
Storytime in the Garden brings stories to life outdoors. Children listen, imagine, and enjoy books surrounded by nature. Just bring a blanket and let the stories bloom. Each program will be held at the Fred Heutte Garden.1000 Botetourt Gardens, Norfolk
Join Moore to See Tours on an immersive observation boat tour of the North Landing River centered on the seasonal change of the wetlands and fall behaviors of wildlife as they migrate, forage, and prepare for winter in the North […]
Explore the Garden’s 7 miles of paved pathways. It’s a great way to enjoy the landscape and get some exercise. Free with Garden Admission Children under 16 must ride with a parent or adult. Bike riders under 14 must wear helmets. […]
Wednesday Wind Down is back beginning September 9! Bring a chair or blanket, pack your favorite snack, and unwind on the Harrison Opera House lawn. Take a midweek break while enjoying a sneak peek of what our artists have in […]
Join us as we explore the Lafayette River on our Nature & Eco Tour. On this tour we discuss the river’s ecosystems, marine wildlife, issues facing the river, explore restoration efforts currently underway, and how we can help. If you’re […]
An outdoor community gathering where poets and writers come together to read, write, and share. Each event features a local poet who reads their own work and leads participants through a guided free-writing session using original prompts. The event closes […]
Join us for a fun evening on the water, looking out over Queen's Creek as the sun sets. Participants will meet at the main office at New Quarter Park an hour and a half before sunset.Age 13+All kayak trips start […]
Fascinated by the different galaxies and stars? Then come and learn more! Back for another winter and spring, the Kempsville Recreation Center is continuing partnering with the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers Club to provide residents with a fun and interactive […]