Event category: Arts & Crafts

22
Apr
22
Apr
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Apr
Apr 22, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - Apr 22, 2026 @ 02:00 PM

Earth Day at Cape Henry Lighthouse

Participate in a nature scavenger hunt, take home a pollinator plant, and become an earth activist. (Free)
Cape Henry Lighthouse at 583 Atlantic Avenue Fort Story
17
Apr
17
Apr
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17
Apr
Apr 17, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - Apr 17, 2026 @ 03:00 PM

Homeschool History Day at Bacon’s Castle

Bring your students for a fun learning day. Participate in activities and programs on history and STEM subjects. ($)
Cape Henry Lighthouse at 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail
25
Apr
25
Apr
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25
Apr
Apr 25, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - Apr 25, 2026 @ 12:00 PM

Stories by the Sea

A unique story time overlooking the ocean, stay for a craft that relates to the book. (Free)
Cape Henry Lighthouse at 583 Atlantic Avenue Fort Story
26
Mar
26
Mar
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Mar
Mar 26, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - Mar 26, 2026 @ 02:00 PM

STEM Day at Cape Henry Lighthouse

A day of special activities designed for school aged children. From science to art all kids will get to take home a new bit of knowledge about lighthouses. ($)
Cape Henry Lighthouse at 583 Atlantic Avenue Fort Story
27
Mar
27
Mar
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27
Mar
Mar 27, 2026 @ 01:30 PM - Mar 27, 2026 @ 03:30 PM

Make and Paint Friday

A chance for children to be artistic and fun through their painting activities. Learn some new skills while showing off the ones you already have. Repeats April 24. ($)
Children’s Museum of Richmond, Downtown at 2626 West Broad St. Richmond, VA
30
Mar
30
Mar
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30
Mar
Mar 30, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - Mar 30, 2026 @ 12:00 PM

Global Crafts for Kids

A special morning of spring break programming. Families are invited to stop by the lobby for a series of crafts inspired by global traditions. ($)
Virginia Museum of History & Culture at 428 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard
27
Feb
27
Feb
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01
Mar
Feb 27, 2026 @ 01:00 PM - Mar 1, 2026 @ 05:00 PM

Virginia Orchid Society Show

Hundreds of Orchids on display and for sale, attend free lectures for beginners as well as experienced growers, people’s choice award for best orchid display, o. ($)
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden at 1800 Lakeside Avenue
06
Mar
06
Mar
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06
Mar
Mar 6, 2026 @ 02:00 PM - Mar 6, 2026 @ 04:00 PM

Make and Paint Friday

An open session of individual art making. This session provides children and care-givers time, space, and materials to explore and experiment with water-based paint. Repeats April 3, May 1. ($)
Children’s Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield at 6629 Lake Harbour Dr. Midlothian, VA
03
Mar
03
Mar
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03
Mar
Mar 3, 2026 @ 03:15 PM - Mar 3, 2026 @ 04:15 PM

Process Art Adventures

Join the CMOR for a journey of art, creativity, and skill. Dive into a playful art journey where children explore materials, creativity, and the joy of making. ($)
Children’s Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield at 6629 Lake Harbour Dr. Midlothian, VA
18
Apr
18
Apr
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18
Apr
Apr 18, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:30 AM

Kids Create Art: Pizza Collage

Serve up creativity with a pizza collage. Kids will weave a paper tablecloth and learn a fancy napkin fold for an art project that’s a feast for the eyes. (Free)
Ettrick-Matoaca Library at 4501 River Road
11
Apr
11
Apr
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11
Apr
Apr 11, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Apr 11, 2026 @ 11:30 AM

Kids Create Art: Foil Figure Sculpture

Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade will explore art and create foil figure sculptures in this artist-led workshop. (Free)
Chester Library at 11800 Centre Street, Chester, VA
14
Mar
14
Mar
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14
Mar
Mar 14, 2026 @ 02:00 PM - Mar 14, 2026 @ 04:00 PM

Rainbow Wave Celebration

Celebrate the colors of the rainbow. A day filled with swimming, fun, and colors. ($)