NEW! Mother Nature's Road Show: Senior Style

Do you know how to tell a bird’s flight feather from a bird’s filoplume? What about the difference between the scent sensing abilities of a bear and a fox? Or even what fascinating animals call the salty Chesapeake Bay their home?  The answers to these questions and more can be found in the Virginia Living Museum's exciting new Mother Nature’s Road Show: Senior Style programs! With a wealth of information, a plethora of Museum specimens and a Museum educator at your fingertips, you’ll dive into the world of fossils, explore the mysteries of the Chesapeake Bay or meet a turtle and learn his secrets with this new program.

We promise you an engaging, hands-on program tailored to the adult audience. Folks like you who are eager to learn more and have plenty of questions!  We look forward to opening up new worlds and sharing new information with you.

Our programs are suited for small, intimate groups of 25 participants and are 1.5 hours in length. All materials are provided.

Our Chesapeake Bay
Discover the fascinating world of the Chesapeake Bay through the investigation of sponges, seashells and molts of animals that call it home.  Learn why salinity is important and meet up close some of our favorite Chesapeake Bay wildlife.  

Fossil Studies
What does it take to make a fossil?  How can you determine if you have one?  Learn all about fossil formation while examining some fossils from thousands of years ago.  Discover what types of fossils Virginia has and how they came to be here.

Rocks, Minerals and Earth Underfoot
Why are some rocks considered gems and not others?  Why do certain minerals conduct electricity and not others? Using scientific investigation we’ll learn how to tell one rock from another as we get hands-on with rock samples from the earth beneath our feet.

Vertebrate Biology: Amphibians and Reptiles
Why are amphibians indicators of wetland changes?  What adaptations make reptiles able to live in places around the globe?  Uncover the mysteries surrounding reptiles and amphibians while meeting some for yourself.

Vertebrate Biology: Birds and Mammals
While visiting with some birds and mammals you’ll learn about adaptations that make them unique. While holding fascinating specimens in your hands, discover specialized feathers, fine fur, and amazing skeletons that came from our bird and mammal friends.


Included with all programs:

• Professional Museum Educator
• Live native animals
• Specimens from our Museum collections
• Educational hand-outs and reference information

Class sizes are small (only 25 participants) to create an intimate classroom setting.

Cost: $200

Call: 757-595-1900 ext. 222 or Email Reservations.