- TripBuzz found 79 things to do with kids in or near Petersburg, Virginia, including 62 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Hopewell and Charles City.
- From Petersburg National Battlefield Park to Pamplin Historical Park, the Petersburg area offers 55 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Historic Sites, Military Museums and Battlefields.
- Located only 23 miles from state capital Richmond, Petersburg, VA is situated on the Appomattox River. The river was pivotal for the growth of the area in development years and earned Fort Henry, which would go on to play a key role in the future of the nation, including being the center of intelligence for the plans to capture confederate Richmond in the Civil War.
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110 1/2 E. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23219
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Visitors to the Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site can take free guided tours of an exhibit hall and her preserved home. The entire site including neighbor's homes covers about a quarter of a city block.
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With Altria Theater, visitors can see a variety of performing art events, from nationally recognized musicians to Broadway musicals. On each level, the theater has a concession stand that serves refreshments, snacks, and alcoholic beverages.
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14501 John Tyler Highway, Charles City, VA 23226
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Serving as the home of President John Tyler from 1842 until his death, the Sherwood Forest Plantation is considered a national historic landmark. The house and grounds are open daily for self-guided tours.
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Spanning a total of 287 acres, Byrd Park is a large public park area that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include numerous sports fields, playground areas, and boat rentals on the nearby Fountain Lake.
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The Mid-Lothian Mines Park was originally one of the first major industrial sites in the United States. It now is a 44-acre outdoor preserve with several exhibits for self guided tours and nature studies.
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Located in Carytown, the Byrd Theater was the first in Virginia to be equipped with a sound system for speaking movies. Second-run movies and certain independent film festivals are currently held at the landmark theater.
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At The Midlothian Family YMCA, visitors can take advantage of amenities such as a fitness center, pool, and sports programs. The fitness center has several rows of treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise bikes.
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Encompassing the entire history of the state of Virginia, the 180-year-old Virginia Historical Society houses a wide collection of books, sheet music, maps, and personal items to illustrate the story of Virginia's past and present.
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Many permanent exhibits are housed at the Science Museum of Virginia, focusing on different areas of science like space, the human body, animals, and the environment. Live science demonstrations are also performed daily in addition to IMAX films.