Wandering the Wilderness Bus Tour
Where
Program Location: Museum Front Gate
Main Park Address: Southwest Virginia Museum, 10 West First St. N., Big Stone Gap, VA 24219.
When
April 25, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
History comes roaring to life as the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park kicks off a thrilling day-long expedition along the famed Wilderness Road.
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park offers a unique opportunity to take a ride through history. On Saturday, April 25, join museum staff and volunteers for a day-long bus tour along the Wilderness Road.
On this journey, participants will travel from the Anderson Blockhouse to the Cumberland Gap, stopping at several important historical locations along the Wilderness Road.
The bus will depart from the Museum at 8 a.m. and will return at approximately 3 p.m. Participants must bring their own lunch. Seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today! The price for the tour is $25 per person. Registration is required.
For more information or to reserve a seat, please call the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park at 276-523-9640.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: $25.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-523-9640
Email Address: SWVAMuseum@dcr.virginia.gov
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