- TripBuzz found 30 things to do with kids in or near Lexington, Virginia, including 12 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Natural Bridge, Bedford and Wintergreen.
- From Kidz Playce to Lexington Municipal Pool, the Lexington area offers 54 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Theaters, Playgrounds and Horse Races.
- A well-respected college community, Lexington is home to both VMI (Virginia Military Institute) and Washington and Lee University. This historic town also contains many important sites such as the gravesites for both Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee. Other attractions in Lexington include several art galleries and shops along with specialty clothing boutiques.
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The changes of the United States during the 20th century in terms of diplomatic and military affairs are presented in the George C. Marshall Museum. Specifically, the museum looks at these shifts through the collections, exhibits, and objects linked with Marshall and his fellow contemporaries.
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The location of the Stonewall Jackson Grave is within the Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery. The famous Confederate general is buried in the cemetery as well as 144 Confederate veterans, two governors of Virginia, and Margaret Junkin Preston.
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The famous Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson lived in the building now known as the Stonewall Jackson House before his successes in the Civil War. The historic home covers both Jackson's pre-war life and antebellum Virginia as a whole.
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Theatre at Lime Kiln is an outdoor theater. They offer a wide cross section of performances including plays and concerts. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Porta-potties are available.
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Boxerwood Garden develops and administers year-round activities, presentations and exhibits designed to encourage closer relationships with one's self and nature. They have a mature collection of rare and native trees and shrubs including over 2,000 cultivars and 4,000 native trees.
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Lime Kiln Theater is an outdoor theater that hosts a variety of performances; including plays, music concerts, dances, art and more. In the summer they are known for their concerts that highlight local musicians and artists.
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1600 VMI Parade, Lexington, VA 24450
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Named for the famous military and political leader, the George C. Marshall Museum & Research Library shares his history with the public. Guests can explore Marshall's legacy through museum exhibits and the library's written records of his life and career.
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123 West Nelson Street, Lexington, VA 24450
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Gourmet chocolates and other candied items are offered at the Cocoa Mill Chocolate Company. While tours of the kitchen are not offered, there are still a large variety of sweet treats available for purchase each day that the business is open with the ability to make special orders.
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The only drive-thru zoo in the state is the Virginia Safari Park. Over 1,000 exotic animals from six different continents are contained in the 180-acre park that also includes a walk-thru area and petting zoo.
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Visitors can view a diverse collection of fiberglass sculptures made by Mark Cline at Enchanted Castle Studios. Visitors can still view sculptures, but the location suffered a major fire in 2001 that shut down all other attractions.