First Saturdays at Sky Meadows

Location of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Historic Area
Main Park Address: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Ln., Delaplane, VA 20144.

When

Oct. 3, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join us on the first Saturday of the month from May to November to experience the sights, smells, sounds, and tastes of history at Sky Meadows.

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tour historic Mount Bleak House. Discover the many stories and families of this 1840s house and how they shaped the history of the park. Feel a part of their journey as you enjoy opportunities to view each room on a guided tour. Meet on the front porch of Mount Bleak.

Noon - 3 p.m. Follow your nose to The Settle's Kettle in the Log Cabin to see what is cooking on the hearth. Explore history through food and how it connects us to past generations. Learn about the cooking methods of the 19th century and how they were a part of life on this historic farm.

Noon - 3 p.m. Stop by The Farmer's Forge located behind the Dairy Barn. See where members of the Blacksmiths' Guild of the Potomac fashion iron into helpful tools and kitchen items used around the farm. To learn more about the guild, visit their website.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Join us for our weekly visit with the park's Barnyard Buddies. Learn about the park’s rich agricultural history while feeding and interacting with our friendly farm animals.

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ranger cooks over a stone hearth

Documents

first-saturdays-at-sky-meadows-flier-green-(1).pdf

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-592-3556
Email Address: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov