Fossils, Facts, & Art

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Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.
Quayle Classroom

When

April 19, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Are you someone that finds the different types of fossils found here at Chippokes State Park, absolutely fascinating? Unraveling the lives and deaths of these ancient animals can give us clues about the environment they lived in and how it changed over time.

This artsy program is designed with creativity and science investigation in mind...let's learn about fossils while participants create and paint their very own fossil cast art piece.

This program is limited to 12 participants (due to supplies and artwork station space). Each person participating must register and pay for the program in-advance at the Visitor Center. Please bring your receipt to the Quayle Classroom.

Fossilbeds of Chippokes, Findings from the shore

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $5.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-294-3728
Email Address: Chippokes@dcr.virginia.gov