Have you checked out Virginia’s First Day Hikes? If not, you’re going to love what you see! A perfect holiday tradition for the whole family, a First Day Hike is a way to start the New Year off right and make a commitment to a healthier lifestyle –all while appreciating the beauty of nature. There are […]
Helping Kids Make New Year’s Resolutions
Do you like to make New Year’s resolutions? Maybe your kids would like it too! Many people enjoy making lists and committing to positive changes as the new year approaches. It’s a good time to help children learn about setting goals, creating plans, and making a commitment towards important accomplishments. The best way to teach […]
Celebrating the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in January
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. Martin Luther King, Jr. Every year, federal facilities, schools, and banks across the country observe the third Monday in January as a holiday in memory of the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This […]
Elf On The Shelf Ideas 2
Back by popular demand! Do you need a little Elf on the Shelf inspiration? Here are more photos that might give you some new and unique ideas that will have your Elf on the Shelf into lots of mischief. We love the idea of something easy to execute late in the evening, so we will try […]
Elf On The Shelf Ideas 1
Back by popular demand! Do you need a little Elf on the Shelf inspiration? These photos might give you some new and unique ideas that will have your Elf on the Shelf into lots of mischief. We love the idea of something easy to execute late in the evening, so we will try to keep it simple. And since […]
Dominion GardenFest of Lights at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Offers Lights, S’mores, Trains and More!
Dominion GardenFest of Lights is holiday tradition featuring more than half-a-million twinkling lights, hand-crafted botanical decorations, model trains, firepit with s’mores and hot chocolate (for purchase); nightly family activities & more. This year’s display celebrates the 1984 opening of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and kicks off the celebration of the Lakeside Wheel Club founded by […]
Legendary Santa is Here!
It’s time for Legendary Santa festivities to begin! Legendary Santa will come down the chimney during the 2014 holiday season at the Children’s Museum of Richmond Central Location. He will be accompanied by his lovely Snow Queen and helpful elf! A visit with Legendary Santa is free to the public. Or you can beat the lines with one […]
2014 Grand Illuminations, Tree Lightings and More!
Richmond area tree lightings are scheduled around town – mark your calendars and enjoy them all! Saturday, November 8th Community Tree Lighting. 6pm-8pm. Stony Point Fashion Park. Kick off the holiday season with a festive celebration and the illumination of the Community Tree! Enjoy music from The Kings of Swing, characters from Richmond Ballet’s The […]
Recycle Your LEGO® Bricks
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is now accepting donations of LEGO® pieces to support interactive educational activities planned for 2016. Lewis Ginter will uncover the Nature Connects LEGO® Sculpture Garden Exhibit in May of 2016. Pieces are needed for the following: Mosaic Art Wall – using 1×1 bricks and plates Vehicle Race Ramp – using […]
See What’s Happening at Lewis Ginter – October Oddities, Goblins & Gourds and Gourd Quest.
October is full of family fun at Lewis Ginter! Check out these seasonal activities, all free with garden admission. Or enter our giveaway for a family 4-pack of passes! October Oddities Throughout the month of October, refresh your family’s “garden spirit” through displays and activities in the Children’s Garden that explore the weird and wacky wonders […]
